Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design

Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design
Programme Type: Degree
SAQA ID: 120747
Faculty: Humanities and Arts
Available Study Modes

Programme Overview

Next Start Dates Based on applicable nearest academic block start dates.
Supported Campuses Campuses listed are where this programme is offered. For online modes, campuses are access points for student services only.
Duration Duration varies by study mode.
Support On campus and online modes are fully supported. Distance learning and short courses are supported self study.
Fully Supported

Programme details

The BA (Graphic Design) is a comprehensive and career-focused qualification that prepares you for work in the rewarding world of design in advertising, multi-media, design. 
 
Graphic designers are visual communicators, who develop creative concepts and designs to promote or enhance products, services and organisations.

You will develop a broad theoretical foundation and practical experience in various core areas of graphic design such as Communication Design, Digital Design, Drawing, Web Design, Typography, and Motion Graphics.

The emphasis throughout is on intensive studio-based design training where you will practice and experiment with a range of mediums from drawing to photography, to digital design. In addition, you will acquire broader skills and knowledge in Business English, Communication Science, and Research Methodology, which will assist you in your world of work.

We attribute the success of this degree to our dedicated and industry-experienced teaching staff and a curriculum that is relevant and ahead of trends.
 
Most importantly, our focus is on real-world application, completing projects, attending workshops, and practising essential design skills.
 
This blended approach ensures that you graduate as well-rounded, highly skilled, and self-reflective designers with additional skills for the workplace, such as working independently, meeting deadlines, and communicating effectively.
 

The Young Designers' Portfolio Showcase :

Eduvos Graphic Design 3rd year students are showcasing their best work in The Young Designers Portfolio Showcase. Come take a look and see the creativity of these young designers! Hosted at our Tyger Valley campus on 17 November 2022. Click to view the exciting portfolios

Entry Requirements Important

• South African National Senior Certificate (NSC) with Bachelor’s degree pass. *
• Or National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4 issued by the Council of General and Further Education and Training with a Bachelor’s degree pass. 
• Or letter or certificate confirming an exemption from Universities South Africa (USAf) for any other school-leaving results. 
• Or completion of a Bachelor’s degree. 
• Or completion of the relevant Foundation Programme along with a letter or certificate of exemption from Universities South Africa (USAf). 
• Or completion of a relevant Higher Certificate.
• Or completion of the relevant Eduvos Access Programme.

Pricing

From R75 395 per year (based on full settlement payment option) - excluding hardware/software requirements. Please consult the fee structure for additional information.

Make design your way of life.
The career and job opportunities for you, as a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design graduate, are varied and employment options include:

• Advertising
• Motion Graphics
• Branding
• Broadcast
• Copywriting
• Design
• Desktop publishing
• Entrepreneurship
• Information Architect
• Interactive Design
• Layout and illustration
• Mobile Application Design
• Packaging Design
• Social Media Communication
• Social Media Design
• Video Editing
• Web design
• 3D modelling
YearModules
Year 1
Students are introduced to the principals, history, theory and practice of Graphic Design.

• Applied Colour & Design
• Business English
• Communication Design 1
• Communication Science 1A & 1B
• Digital Design 1
• Drawing 1
• English For Graphic Design
• Motion Graphics 1Typography 1
• Visual Literacy 1A & 1B
Year 2
Students are introduced to more advanced concepts of Graphic Design.

• 3D Animation
• Digital Design 2A & 2B
• Drawing 2A & 2B
• Communication Design 2A & 2B
• Introduction To Research
• Motion Graphics 2A & 2B
• Typography 2A & 2B
• Visual Literacy 2A & 2B
Year 3

Students are introduced to advanced concepts of Advertising, Design and Multimedia. In this year students become well-rounded Graphic Designers with skills relating to both advertising and branding as well as digital mediums including Motion Graphics and Web design.


• Advanced Drawing and Illustration
• Communication Design 3A & 3B
• Copywriting 
• Motion Graphics 3A & 3B
• Professional Practice A & B (WIL)
• Visual Literacy 3A & 3B
• Web Design A & B

• Accredited by the Higher Education Quality Committee (HEQC) of the Council on Higher Education (CHE).
• Registered with the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). 
• Eduvos is a member of DEFSA:
- The Design Education Forum of Southern Africa (DEFSA) is a professional organisation of design educators, spanning most design disciplines such as industrial, graphic, interior, clothing, ceramic, textile, jewellery, as well as commercially focused photography. The forum consists of design educators and practitioners furthering the interests and promoting excellence in design education.
- DEFSA is a recognised design educator body (http://www.defsa.org.za/) for educators’ purpose and provides a conference platform to publish research and includes moderators for specialist design subjects.

International students are welcome to apply for this programme. For international student requirements please kindly check International Students Admissions.

Accepting applications from:

AngolaBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelizeBotswanaBruneiBurundiCambodiaCameroonCanadaColombiaCyprusDR CongoDominicaEritreaEswatiniEthiopiaFijiGabonGambiaGhanaGrenadaGuyanaIndiaIrelandIsraelItalyJamaicaJordanKenyaKiribatiKuwaitLesothoLiberiaMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaltaMarshall IslandsMauritiusMicronesiaMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNetherlandsNigeriaOmanPakistanPalauPapua New GuineaPhilippinesQatarRwandaSaint LuciaSamoaSeychellesSierra LeoneSingaporeSolomon IslandsSouth AfricaSouth SudanSri LankaSudanSwazilandTanzaniaTongaTrinidad and TobagoTuvaluUgandaUAEUnited KingdomUnited StatesVanuatuZambiaZimbabwe

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