Graphic Design - BA (Hons)

Canterbury Christ Church University

**Study Graphic Design at Canterbury Christ Church University and become a confident and artistic graphic designer. At CCCU, you’ll be immersed in a vibrant studio culture that fosters collaboration and creativity.** Our supportive community encourages peer-to-peer learning, ensuring you thrive in an environment where ideas are shared, and creativity flourishes. Learn in our state-of-the-art Daphne Oram building for creative arts, with access to industry-standard facilities including a print studio and Mac rooms. You’ll hone your skills in the design software and gain the technical expertise essential for modern graphic design. Our curriculum covers all aspects of graphic design, from typography and branding to digital design and print making, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience.Benefit from strong industry connections through practicing design lecturers, live projects, and networking events, gaining real-world experience crucial for building a standout professional portfolio. Join us at CCCU, where you'll not only learn the art and science of graphic design but also become part of a creative and supportive community ready to push your boundaries and create impactful work.**Top reasons to study with us**- 2nd in the UK for the quality of teaching in the subject area of Art and Design. The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024- You’ll work in specialist graphic design studio spaces, in our dedicated creative arts building, - Tutors and professionals will challenge you to design with intent and purpose as opposed to producing something simply because it looks good. - Our Creative Industries Hub acts like a professional creative design agency connecting you to businesses that need your expertise. This provides a great opportunity for you to work on additional projects and gain extra content for your CV.**Specialist facilities** You’ll have access to a range of excellent facilities, including our dedicated creative arts building, Daphne Oram, which houses:- Graphic design workshops fitted with the latest digital resources. - Projectors for showing films and presentations on a big screen. - A print room with a wide variety of materials and equipment, including a print press, HP printer, fume cabinet and heat mat. - Study areas that allow you to work independently or as a group, creating a vibrant digital learning culture.**Location**This course is run at our Canterbury Campus in Kent. Canterbury is just 50 miles south-east of London and less than an hour by high-speed train from St Pancras. Located on a UNESCO World Heritage Site the campus offers state-of-the-art buildings, right in the centre of a vibrant and world-famous cathedral city. You’ll benefit from a campus with excellent learning and teaching resources, music venues, a superb sports centre, a well-stocked bookshop and plenty of coffee bars and places to eat. A short walk away is Augustine House our award-winning library and home to a vast range of learning resources and student support teams.

School of Media, Art and Design