Product graphic designLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

After successfully completing the course, you:
- understand the process of graphic design
- are familiar with the history of graphic design
- understand the basic principles of graphic design
- are able to choose proper typography
- know the basics of print methods
- can design basic graphic products

Content

- How to design and lay out a graphic design product?
- How to choose typography?
- How to use pictures and colour?
- How to take target group needs into consideration in the design process?
- How to publish the product?

Evaluation

Students can
- use professional vocabulary systematically.
- look for information in the key information sources of the field.
- identify interrelated tasks.
- use the key models, methods, software and techniques of the professional field.
- justify their actions according to the ethical principles of the professional field.

Qualifications

Prior know-how and skills:
Graphic design software

Further information

Co-requisites:
Colour and publishing, Typography