BA (Hons) Graphic Design (UCA)
Start working towards your career in graphics with the BA (Hons) Graphic Design programme at BSBI. This programme has been selected by BSBI from among the many prestigious international degrees offered by University for the Creative Arts.
Faculty of Creative Industries
Programme Overview
Berlin School of Business and Innovation is in partnership with University for the Creative Arts (UCA). As a result of this partnership, BSBI is able to offer the BA (Hons) Graphic Design programme. UCA is an acclaimed creative institution in the UK that ranks highly in all three of the major UK league tables. The university has also been ranked 13th out of all UK universities in the Guardian League Table 2020; and ranked no.7 in the 2021 Guardian League Tables for Business, Management & Marketing.
Programme Fee
Hamburg : October
2024 October: International students Price: €11,000 | EU Students Price: €8,450
2025 Feb, Oct: International students Price: €11,000 | EU students Price: €8,450
Special offers: Up to 30% savings for International Students | 10% savings for EU Students Terms and conditions apply.
The School’s admissions process is subject to the Consumer Contracts (Terms and Conditions). Information on your Right of Withdrawal and our Refund Policy can be found in the BSBI study agreement.
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Portfolio Scholarship Competition
Students have the opportunity to showcase their creativity and the chance to receive a scholarship on tuition! This competition is valid on the Faculty of Creative Industries programmes being offered at the Hamburg campus.
Best Portfolio (Study for Free!)
1 Student | 100% Scholarship on Tuition
Second Best Portfolio
10 Students | 50% Scholarship on Tuition
Third Best Portfolio
20 Students | 40% Scholarship on Tuition
Find out more about how to apply here.
Programme Structure
The majority of your work will be completed in groups and on-going support will be provided through the use of structured, targeted individual tutorials and online tutorials. The learning and teaching will consist of a variety of elements such as lectures, tutorials, workshops, animated/non-animated video, practical work, seminars and trips. The assessment strategy will include individual/group reports and/or presentations, case studies, essays, portfolio development, reflective journals and experiential work-based activities. Teaching takes place Monday to Saturdays, during morning, afternoon, or evening sessions. Please note: each year is divided into three terms.
Modules
INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION IN ART DESIGN AND MEDIA
- English for Academic Purposes, Research and Study skills
- Exploring Practices, Process, Materials and Techniques
- Investigating Specialist Practice
- Final Major Project
YEAR 1
- Methods and Processes
- Typography and Principles of Visual Communication
- Historical and Contextual Methods
YEAR 2
- Design Direction
- Contextual Research and Theory
- Study Abroad Exchange (optional)
YEAR 3
- Contextual Research and Critical Perspectives
- Final Major Project
- Professional Practice
Study in
Hamburg
- Delivery: On campus
- Duration: 18 months
- Intakes: February, October
- Campus: Hamburg, Germany
- Degree awarded by University for the Creative Arts
- Price: 2024 October | €11,000 (international students) | €8,450 (EU students)
- Price: 2025 Feb, Oct | €11,000 (international students) | €8,450 (EU students)
The School’s admissions process is subject to the Consumer Contracts (Terms and Conditions). Information on your Right of Withdrawal and our Refund Policy can be found in the BSBI study agreement
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course students should be able to:
Knowledge
- Apply good knowledge of English to communicate relevant international, cultural, contemporary knowledge and historical, theoretical and professional contexts.
- Understand and formulate unique ideas into convincing concepts for the industry.
- Generate research and apply technological, theoretical and detailed knowledge of graphic design.
- Understand various emerging and contemporary developments and debates in the communications industry.
- Confidently identify the sources of risk that affect projects and come up with strategies for managing those risks to get the best results from the projects.
Application to the industry
- Apply autonomy to deliver primary and secondary research involving the identification and use of relevant resources
- To remain focused on upcoming employment opportunities within today’s dynamic and versatile market
- Combine practical training with independent study, to reach full design potential and respond effectively to changing briefs and client’s needs
- Evaluate and apply a range of methods to respond to evolving and emerging technological changes in design applications to support opportunities in your creative practice
Skills
- Enhance understanding of critical engagement within the creative arts industry
- Apply profound graphic design principles and technical skills in relation to associated industries and environments
- Present and communicate compelling ideas, concepts, sustained research and teamwork efforts
- Stay career minded and sustain your own networkability
Career Progression
BSBI’s industry focused environment provides the ideal support to our students in their personal and professional development. Upon successful completion of this course, you’ll be able to pursue the following careers:
- Graphic designer
- Branding/corporate designer
- Packaging designer
- Editorial designer
- Web and app designer
- UI/UX designer
- Art director
- Creative director
- Video director
- Visualiser/visual creative
BSBI’s dedicated Careers Service helps digital marketing students and alumni reach their career goals and realise their potential. The Service offers specialised support and aims to build long-lasting relationships with local and national employers.
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