Publication graphicsLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

After successfully completing the course, you:
- are able to design a magazine style publication
- are familiar with publication software
- are able to create pictures, photos and illustrations as well as typography
- understand the history of magazine publication, together with its current and future trends
- understand the process of designing as group work
- are familiar with the timetable needs
- understand the basic principles of digital publishing
- know the print methods and can choose print, as well as request print quotations

Content

- How do you design a trendy magazine style publication?
- How to design a printable publication?
- How to design pictures and type?
- How to work as a member of a group?
- How to organize a project and manage timetables?
- How to take target group needs into consideration in the design process?

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:
Digital publishing