Bachelor of Computer Graphic Design
(Wanganui Campus)
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(University of Waikato Campus)
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(Honours)
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Bachelor of Computer Graphic Design - Wanganui

Computer Graphic Design is a creative process that combines art and technology to communicate ideas. The course begins with the message that in the hands of a talented designer, communication transcends mere words. By controlling image and text, the designer creates and manages the production of information designed to inform, persuade and educate a specific audience.

Computer Graphic Designers may be able to find work in a variety of areas including:
Advertising Agencies • Animation Industry • Computer Graphic Design Consultant • Computer Graphic Design Educator • Computer Graphic Design Researcher • Graphic Design Studio • Newspaper Industry • Packaging Industry • Printing Industry • Publishing Industry • Self-employment • Tele-communications Industry • Visual Communications Industry • Web Design Industry • Television

FIRST YEAR
Throughout the first year, students will have the opportunity to develop a firm foundation in the basic elements and principles of design. Both conventional and computer teaching/learning methods are used. In the Liberal Arts modules, students will have the opportunity to learn basic knowledge and skills that will assist them in broadening their verbal and visual vocabulary.

Core modules are in:
Applied English • Basic Design • Colour Practice and Theory • Computer Practical • Design History • Drawing • Introduction to Theory and Design Methodology • Photography • Production • Typography

SECOND YEAR
Information from year one is further investigated and researched in greater depth. Concepts and ideas discussed in Introduction to Theory and Methodology are reinforced in the other classes. Student centred learning is introduced in the curriculum as a learning strategy.

At the beginning of the second semester, students will select an area of specialisation which they would like to pursue.

Core modules are in:
Introduction to Time Based Media • Computer Graphic Design • Computer Practical • Design History • Business Communications • Production • Typography • Online Media

THIRD YEAR
Previous knowledge, research, and skills are applied and further developed by special projects given in the student's core subjects. Students undertake an intern project where design research, theory, creativity, technical skills, and communication skills are applied to practical projects for selected non-profit clients.

Core modules are in:
Computer Graphic Design • Internship • Degree Project • Marketing • Design Methodology • Professional Practice • Typography

Programme Duration: 3 Years

Qualification: Bachelor of Computer Graphic Design (BCGD)

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Electives

Digital graphic design is the study of the design, creation and communication of two dimensional graphic imagery and information. Time based media is the study of the design, creation and communication of imagery and information that are inherently dynamic
or moveable.

Digital Media Electives:
Computer Illustration • Advertising • Digital Typography • Exhibition Design • Package Design • Publication Design • Systems Design • Word and Images • Book Arts • Poster Design • Graphics for Fashion • Advanced Advertising • Advanced Computer Illustration • Advanced Package Design • Advanced Publication Design

Time-based Media Electives:
3D Modelling • Animation • Interactive Media • On-line Media • Sound Design • Type in Motion • Video • Flash • Games Design • Advanced 3D Modelling • Advanced Animation • Advanced Interactive Media • Advanced Video • Advanced On-line Media

Please refer to General Entry Requirements for detail application procedures.