Involves a study of the fundamental principles of graphic design, including scale, dynamics, texture, colour, composition, third dimension, typography, concept and layout. Studio theory is studied during studio time and in regular additional seminars.
N.B. enrolment restrictions may apply *Staff Mr A Cahalan and part-time staff *Hbt, int *25% full year -5 hrs weekly (26 wks).
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Second Year Units FSG210 Graphic Design 2
Employs set projects which increasingly enable students to apply and explore a wide range of tools and processes, including photography, computer graphics, printing. Projects may include logo design, illustration, typography, image-making, posters, magazine design and the development of three-dimensional solutions to visual communication briefs.
Staff Mr A Cahalan and part-time staff *Hbt, int *50% full year -12 hrs weekly (26 wks) *prereq FSG110.
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FSG250 Graphic Design 2A
Is for students majoring in another area, but requiring an understanding of applied graphic design as an adjunct to their major study. Studio theory is studied during studio time and in regular additional seminars.
Staff Mr A Cahalan and part-time staff *Hbt, int *25% full year -6 hrs weekly (26 wks) *prereq FSG110.
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Third Year Units FSG310 Graphic Design 3
Gives students, who are assumed to be familiar with tools and processes, a thorough understanding of fundamental principles of Graphic Design. Selected projects and actual briefs from industry are taken through to finished art and often into production, giving student portfolios a high level of professionalism. Students are expected to find successful solutions to visual communication problems while developing their individuality. Students are offered a choice of projects in first semester and concentrate in second semester on a project of their own choosing and design, which emphasises a strong sense of independent enquiry. Studio theory is studied during studio time and in regular additional seminars.
Staff Mr A Cahalan and part-time staff *Hbt, int *50% ofull year -12 hrs weekly (26 wks) *prereq FSG210, or FSG250 (DN).
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FSG350 Graphic Design 3A
Is for students majoring in another area, but requiring a developed understanding of the possible applications of Graphic Design, as an adjunct to their major study. The unit offers some flexibility as to direction, depending on the students' areas of interest. Studio theory is studied during studio time and in occasional additional seminars.
Staff Mr A Cahalan and part-time staff *Hbt, int *25% full year -6 hrs weekly (26 wks) *prereq FSG250 or FSG210.
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