| Course Name |
Graphic & Digital Design |
| Course Provider |
ATU - Donegal Campuses |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
ATU - Atlantic Technological University |
| Course Code |
LY_DGPDD_B |
| Course Type |
Higher Education Direct Entry |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Degree - Honours Bachelor (Level 8 NFQ)
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Major |
Atlantic Technological University |
Level 8 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time, Daytime |
| Location (Districts) |
Letterkenny |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Contact Admission staff:
T: +353 (0)74 918 6000
E-mail admissions@lyit.ie |
| Duration |
1 year full-time add-on |
| Entry Requirements |
Minimum Entry Requirements
- Applicants should have a relevant level 7 award in graphic design.
- Equivalent qualifications with 180 ECTS credits and appropriate learning outcomes will be considered. |
| Number of Places |
24 |
| Application Date |
Advanced Entry applications should be made directly to the admissions office at LYIT.
The appropriate form may be downloaded from www.lyit.ie and is also available by email from lisa.devlin@lyit.ie /or submit by e-mail to admissions@lyit.ie.
or from
The Admissions Office
Letterkenny institute of Technology
Port Road Letterkenny
Tel: 074 918 6125
Closing Date of Application 1st April |
| Course Content |
Expand+Is this course for me?
On this Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Graphic & Digital Design course you will be encouraged to communicate creatively and critically through experimentation. The course invites analytical thinking with an emphasis on solving vis...
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On this Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Graphic & Digital Design course you will be encouraged to communicate creatively and critically through experimentation. The course invites analytical thinking with an emphasis on solving visual communication problems through the development of original solutions, aided by technical media.
Students are encouraged to develop their creative practice according to their interests and strengths. If you would like to define your goals, experiment with ideas and challenge current practices in design communication, this programme is for you.
Having successfully completed this programme, you will be able to present a thorough knowledge of the skills, tools, and professional practices specific to the field of graphic design. You’ll be able to examine the intersections between traditional skills and knowledge with new developments in the field, especially in the fast-moving digital arena.
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| Subjects Taught |
Semester 1
Industry/Competition Project in Graphic & Digital Design (M)10
Pre-Production & Process in Graphic & Digital Design (M)10
Research & Dissertation (M) 10
Semester 2
Major Project in Graphic & Digital Design (M)25
Innovation & Creativity (M) 5
(M) Mandatory |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Career Pathways
The main employers are:
Design Companies
Media Companies
Marketing Companies
Web Design Companies
Graphic Design Consultancies
Graduate Careers
Graduate careers typically include:
Graphic Designer
Advertising and Art Director
UX/UI/IxD
Web Designer
Interactive Media Designer
Motion Graphics Designer
Print and Publishing Designer
Freelance design and illustration |
| Further Enquiries |
Department Administration
Telephone: (074) 918 6211 / 6210
Head of Department: Nollaig Crombie
Telephone: (074) 918 6203
Email: nollaig.crombie@lyit.ie |
| Download Application Form |
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| Course Web Page |
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