Graphic Design (5 cr)
Code: HM10039-3003
General information
Enrollment
01.10.2024 - 31.10.2024
Timing
07.01.2025 - 01.06.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Medianomikoulutus (HM)
Campus
Tikkarinne Campus Tikkarinne 9
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
20 - 60
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Media
Teachers
- Martha Balerina
Teacher in charge
Martha Balerina
Groups
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HMNS24Media (BA), Full-time Studies, Fall, 2024
Objective
The course aim provides student with the competencies needed in order to carry out small graphic design works independently and the understanding of the graphic design work basic stages. During the course, students master basic composition skills and develop their own visual expression skills. In addition, the student becomes acquainted with the typographic design of the text and understands the typography's potential as a means of expression. The course includes small publications and composition exercises for individual and/or teamwork.
Content
- Visual communication
- Visual design
- Semantics and semiotics
Teaching methods
The course aim provides student with the competencies needed in order to carry out small graphic design works independently and the understanding of the graphic design work basic stages. During the course, students master basic composition skills and develop their own visual expression skills. In addition, the student becomes acquainted with the typographic design of the text and understands the typography's potential as a means of expression. The course includes small publications and composition exercises for individual and/or teamwork.
Key concepts:
- Visual communication
- Visual design
- Semantics and semiotics
Evaluation scale
H-5