Summer Study Abroad - Graphic Communication Design
Dive into the dynamic realm of Graphic Communication Design at Central Saint Martins' 3-week Summer Study Abroad course, exploring the limitless possibilities of visual expression. Immerse yourself in an intensive learning experience, guided by industry experts, and unravel the art of compelling graphic storytelling in the heart of London's creative landscape.
Dates and fees
Course Dates
Date: 1 July 2024 - 18 July 2024
Cost: £2,380
Time: Mon - Thu / 10am - 4pm
Duration: 3 weeks
Location: Granary Sq
Entry requirements
English requirements
You should be proficient in written and spoken English and be able to participate in group discussions and make presentations. As a guideline we would expect you to have an English language level equivalent to IELTS score of 6.0.
More information on English language requirements and equivalencies.
Academic requirements
Students applying for this course are expected to be independent and highly motivated, preferably having completed one year at university (undergraduate-level study).
Previous experience in the subject area is required for this course.
Course details
At Central Saint Martins we understand Graphic Communication Design as an expanded practice. This means we are interested in thinking about design from a broad range of perspectives that challenge conventional understandings of the discipline. During this intensive three-week course you will experience five practices undertaken by the expanded designer of the 21st century:
- Designer as Producer
- Designer as Activist
- Designer as Researcher
- Designer as Artist
- Designer as Enabler
These practices will introduce you to a range of ways of thinking and working across the field of contemporary design. For each Practice, you will be given a different project brief to challenge your understanding of the role. These short projects will stimulate your thinking and enable you to become more confident of your own areas of interest and specialism. While embarking on these projects there will be opportunities to explore the city, thus enabling you to experience what London has to offer as a world-renowned cultural destination. The final week of the course will provide a more open-ended studio environment to enable you to bring more of your own personal position and agenda to the fore. During this final week you will choose one of the five Practices briefs to develop further into your own personal project.
Credits:
- This course is the equivalent to 4 US style credits.
- If you’re planning to claim credit towards your degree, be sure to check with your home institution before you apply.
Tutor information
Why choose Graphic Communication Design?
During this intensive three-week course you will:
- experience a taster of five Practices that make up the expanded field of Graphic Communication Design and the philosophy of Central Saint Martins
- learn from tutors who are practicing artists, designers and communicators; benefit from access to specialist facilities at one of UAL’s six Colleges.
- meet like-minded individuals from around the world!
- get involved in UAL life through social events and activities.
- All courses are assessed and you'll receive a record of study at the end of the programme if you wish to request credit from your home institution.
Materials
Please bring with you to the first session:
- A laptop with Adobe Suite Software installed
- A digital camera or phone with a camera
- A black marker pen
- Pens and pencils (including coloured pencils or pens)
- Scissors, a small ruler, eraser
Items can also be purchased from the college shop.
Summer Study Abroad Award
We offer a Summer Study Abroad Award for all of our 3 week Summer Study Abroad courses.
To be eligible, you must be 18 years or older, hold an offer to join one of our 3 week Summer Study Abroad courses, and be enrolled on an undergraduate degree programme outside the UK.
- The award covers the tuition-fee only and depends on you successfully enrolling for the course. Our cancellation policy still applies.
- Award winners will be asked to take part in promotional activities to promote Summer Study Abroad, including social media posts and takeovers, and blog writing.