| Course Name |
Graphic Design |
| Course Provider |
Colaiste Dhulaigh College of Further Education |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
City of Dublin ETB |
| VTOS Information |
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| Course Code |
5M1995 |
| Course Type |
PLC Post Leaving Cert |
| Qualifications |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time, Daytime |
| Location (Districts) |
Raheny, Dublin 5 |
| Course Content |
Expand+Graphic design covers a wide range of areas from designing for advertising, posters, flyers, packaging, magazines to design for on screen graphics such as, website mock up designs and mobile apps. On this course students learn a diverse range of skil...
Hide-Graphic design covers a wide range of areas from designing for advertising, posters, flyers, packaging, magazines to design for on screen graphics such as, website mock up designs and mobile apps. On this course students learn a diverse range of skills such as, the principles of design, illustration, digital photography and the art of type (typography). We use graphic software such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe In Design and Web design software.
At the end of three years of study you will have a professional design portfolio for entry into the jobs market or further study at Degree level.
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| FET Code |
5M1995 - Graphic Design |
| Duration |
3 Years (4 Years with BA Hons Degree option) |
| Comment |
Certification
QQI Level 5, BTEC HND Level 6 |
| Alternative Entry |
Expand+International Applicants
The college welcomes applications from qualified international applicants. International (non-EU) learners must comply with Irish immigration requirements and must present either a student visa or a letter of permission to r...
Hide-International Applicants
The college welcomes applications from qualified international applicants. International (non-EU) learners must comply with Irish immigration requirements and must present either a student visa or a letter of permission to remain in Ireland, issued by the Immigration section of the Department of Justice. Non-EU learners in certain circumstances may be required to pay a course fee for their course. For further details, please contact the college.
Learners are advised that to benefit from their chosen course they should be proficient in written and spoken English. Learners may be required to do an English Language proficiency assessment as part of the interview process.
Mature Students
The number of mature students attending CDCFE is increasing each year and at present constitutes a significant proportion of our total numbers. Mature students are very welcome and our Learner Support Service will pay particular attention to their learning needs.
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| Course Fee |
Course Charges
There are no fees for tuition. However, in line with provision in the third level sector, charges exist to cover the costs of the following items: books, some equipment, uniforms/clothing, student services, student union, examination fees and registration charges by professional bodies. Check website for individual course charges. In addition students are liable for a €200 participant contribution. Some categories of student are exempt from paying the contribution
- see website. |
| Financial Support |
Grants
Students undertaking any full time Further Education course may apply for a means tested maintenance grant. Application forms are available from SUSI www.susi.ie. Students from designated disadvantaged partnership areas may be eligible for financial assistance towards course charges. |
| Portfolio |
Yes.
QQI Level 5 with 4 merits and interview with an art and design,
photography or media portfolio. |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Subjects Taught |
Course Content
Year 1 Foundation In Graphic Design And Illustration – QQI Level 5
Graphic Design Skills, Design Skills, Drawing, Computer Illustrated Graphics, Illustration, Digital Photography, Appreciation of Art, Craft and Design, Work Experience and Communications. |
| Entry Requirements |
Expand+Entry Requirements
TO 1ST YEAR QQI LEVEL 5
Leaving Certificate and interview (with portfolio of art and design work). Mature and postgraduate students are also welcome. Prior experience in related areas will be considered.
Entry Requirements...
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TO 1ST YEAR QQI LEVEL 5
Leaving Certificate and interview (with portfolio of art and design work). Mature and postgraduate students are also welcome. Prior experience in related areas will be considered.
Entry Requirements To BTEC Higher National Diploma In Graphic Design
QQI Level 5 with 4 merits and interview with an art and design,
photography or media portfolio. Mature and postgraduate students
are also welcome. Prior experience in related areas will be
considered.
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| Careers or Further Progression |
Career Opportunities
Graphic Design, Web & Mobile Design, Illustrator, Motion Graphics, Information Graphics, Packaging Design, Design Manager.
Progression To Degree Level
Final year entry BA (Hons) Graphic Communication or BA (Hons) Design Studies, University of Wolverhampton, UK, School of Art and Design. Visit website for further details. |
| Further Enquiries |
Raheny Campus:
Springdale Road,
Raheny, Dublin 5.
Tel: 01 831 4677
Fax: 01 832 9405
Email: raheny@cdcfe.cdetb.ie |
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