
Graphic Design for 11 to 15 Year Olds Short Course
Course description
The Graphic Design for 11 to 15 Year Olds Short Course offers a beginner-friendly introduction to Graphic Design and Visual Communication, where you'll use design-thinking skills to explore a variety of techniques and processes.
Course outcomes
- Gain foundational knowledge in the principles of graphic design and visual communication.
- Explore typography: understand the variety of typefaces and recognise the impact of text in design
- Explore the value of hands-on techniques to create unique, tactile designs.
- Understand sequential design: Bring your stories to life through notes, drawings, character, object and environment studies.
In this interactive short course you'll not only learn the basics of graphic design but also discover new ways to express your creativity and identity and how to communicate visually. Whether you're a budding artist or just curious about design, this course will provide the inspiration and skills you need to start your graphic design journey.
Clear, easy to understand lessons:
- Our tutors will explain things in easy to understand, accessible English. If they need to use any special terminology they will make sure they explain what they mean.
- New methods will be shown to students through live demonstrations, in a way that's crystal clear and easy to understand.
- Experience life on campus
- Network and share ideas with students from across the globe
- Access the technology and materials relevant to your discipline
- Shop in our college shops for any materials you might need
- Ask questions of your tutor in real time
- Receive feedback and critique on your assignments
Please note learners under 16 years of age are not allowed to leave the site during the day. There is a canteen onsite, with a wide range of meals and snacks available. Alternatively you may wish to bring a packed lunch with you. There are microwaves available to re-heat food if you wish and if you bring a reusable water bottle with you there are a number of places to refill it.
Digital Credentials (badges and certificates)
Students will receive a UAL Short Courses digital badge and certificate on completion of the course. Digital credentials are a great way to celebrate your accomplishments and stand out from the crowd. Find out more about our digital badges and credentials.
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Details
Topics covered previously have included:
- Analogue printmaking: exploring hands-on printing methods
- Visual research for the young graphic designer
- Exploring abstraction
- Stop Frame Animation: Learning the basics of animation to bring your stories to life.
- Rethinking drawing
- Collage collisions!
- Editorial – zine and poster design
- Identity – exploring symbols, logos and icons
Materials
If possible please bring a camera or camera phone to record the process of making work, and the outcomes. Everything needed to complete the course is provided, but please feel free to bring any current sketchbooks, or materials you enjoy using.
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The Graphic Design for 11 to 15 Year Olds Short Course offers a beginner-friendly introduction to Graphic Design and Visual Communication, where you'll use design-thinking skills to explore a variety of techniques and processes.
Contact us:
- Central Saint Martins
- Telephone +44 (0)20 7514 7015
- Address 1 Granary Square King's Cross London N1C 4AA
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College: Central Saint Martins
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- Central Saint Martins
- Short Courses
- +44 (0)20 7514 7015
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- 1 Granary Square
- King's Cross
- London
- N1C 4AA
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