Pearson BTEC HND Diploma Art & Design - Graphic Design
Course Structure
YEAR 1
Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Graphic Design
Units |
Level |
Credit |
Typography |
4 |
15 |
Graphic Design Practices |
4 |
15 |
Communication in Art & Design |
4 |
15 |
Visual Narratives |
4 |
15 |
Professional Practice |
4 |
15 |
Contextual Studies |
4 |
15 |
Pearson Set Project |
4 |
15 |
Techniques & Processes |
4 |
15 |
Total credits |
120 |
YEAR 2
Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Certificate in Graphic Design
Units |
Level |
Credit |
Advanced Graphic Design |
5 |
30 |
Digital Animation |
5 |
15 |
Art Direction |
5 |
15 |
Branding & Identity |
5 |
15 |
Professional Practice |
5 |
15 |
Applied Practice Collaboration Project |
5 |
30 |
Total credits |
120 |
Note: The HND is awarded on completion of a minimum of 240 credits.
+ Entry Requirements
- A level standard or overseas equivalent
- Other UK level 3 qualifications (e.g. Foundation Diploma, Access to HE Certificate, a BTEC Diploma/National, Advanced GNVQ or AVCE)
- Overseas Qualifications equivalent to Level 3 (e.g. Diploma de Baccalaureate, Brandos Atestas, Ensino Medio, etc )
- Portfolio of artwork (Click here to see the Portfolio expectations)
+ Admissions Process
The College will ensure that entry requirements are applied in accordance with institutional policy and that the admissions process will take the following format.
Step 1: Apply
- All applicants must first create an online portal account with David Game Higher Education and complete the application form
Step 2: Upload Documents
All applicants must upload the following documents on the portal:
- Examination transcripts (English translation where necessary), or notarised copies and English Language examination transcripts (where applicable)
- Your CV
- A copy of your passport
- A 300-500 word personal statement outlining the reasons for applying to your chosen programme, how you feel you will benefit from the programme of study, what contributions you will make to the College and how this will help your future career aspirations
- Photo (Passport style picture)
Note: If you are not able to submit the documents online you can bring them into the college and a staff member can do it on your behalf. If requested, applicants must provide two references in support of their suitability for the programme.
Step 3: Arrange an Interview
- Applicants will be subject to a personal interview where possible either by a member of the admissions team or approved agency (where this is not possible acceptance will be based on the information contained in the application form and any supporting documents)
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Arrange an appointment to visit DGHE to present certain original documents and attend an interview. You can do this via email admissions@dghe.ac.uk or via telephone 02032200347
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Applications can also be submitted in person at our DGHE campus.Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm.
Note: All applicants must present original examination transcripts on the interview day.
Step 4: Internal English Test
Applicants whose first language is not English, with no formal or recognised qualification, will be required to take the DGHE English Entry test to determine whether their level of English is appropriate for the course applied. The level required for entry onto the HND is typically an IELTS 5.5 or above.
Step 5: Accepting your Offer
Note: Closer to the start of the course, the Admissions Team will send information regarding the induction day and timetable.
+ Course Specifications
Campus Name: David Game College
Course Duration: Two years, full time
Course Delivery: Two days per week
Course Fees: £6000 (Student Loans available)
Course Start Date: 04th October 2021
Awarding Body: Pearson
Note: UK/EU students may be eligible for study loans/grants from the Student Loans Company. This support can help finance both your studies and day-to-day living expenses (depending on the course level). You can find more information related to Student Finance and EU students by visiting the corresponding links. For more information, please contact the admissions team at info@dghe.ac.uk or T: 0203 220 0347
+ Assessment
+ Progression
On successful completion of the Level 5 course, students are entitled to continue their studies at university level. Through a collaborative agreement with the University of Gloucestershire, HND graduates will be able to continue with their studies at DGHE Centre to study the Top-up in Visual Communication. For a comprehensive list of universities that offers for other the top-up degrees pathways, please find out more here https://degreecoursefinder.pearson.com/
+ Careers
The focus on specialist pathways, at Level 4 and Level 5, provides students with a clear set of skills and goals for further study or entering employment. Students who complete a BTEC Higher National in Art and Design may find work in:
Pathways |
Job Roles |
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Graphic Design |
Graphic designer Print Production Webdesign studios Animator Creative Director Illustrator Design Agencies Advertising Agencies Magazine features editor Fashion Design Studios Branding Agencies Publishing Companies
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+ HNC
The HNC consists of the first year of the HND (i.e. 120 credits at Level 4 Higher National Certificate). Please enquire today if you want to study for the HNC programme; the start dates are as per the HND.
Apply Direct
Apply through UCAS
Applications to our full-time undergraduate courses must be made through UCAS. If you haven’t started a UCAS application yet, and only want to apply to HND in Healthcare Practice for England, you can apply directly to us using our direct application form/portal here and we will process your UCAS application for you.
Last updated: 03/05/21