Graphic Products – The ever changing opportunity to play your part in the development of society.
Key Stage Four
In the light of recent curriculum changes, the long term plans for GCSE courses are in the process of being edited and refined to ensure seamless continuation from the GCSE- ready phase. Final publication of our finalised planning will be available during the summer term of 2017. Each subject is following a GCSE specification which can be found by clicking on the link below. The GCSE specification(s) outlines the coverage followed by our students. Should further explanation be required, please do not hesitate to contact our Subject Leaders by telephone 01706 716761 and they will respond as soon as possible. In the meantime, we appreciate your continued interest and support and hope that by studying the specifications alongside your child’s work that you can gain insight into the coverage undertaken.
Why do Graphic Products?
Graphic Products is an exciting way to look at the world of design. It gives the opportunity to focus on looking at the design world and to individually influence the future of a designed product.
What does the course involve?
Students will design and make products with creativity and originality using a range of materials and techniques.
Topics include:
- Technical Drawing & Geometry
- Colour Theory & Symbolism
- Packaging Design
- Typography & Font Design
- Printing Processes
- Corporate Design & Identity
- Logos, Branding & Trademarks
- Smart & Compliant Materials
- Paper & Card Engineering
- CAD – 2d Design
2 Design Projects (Music Player Design Project & USB pen drive design project)
Design projects will include packaging, prototype modelling and concept design with a range of design and make activities. There is a focus on developing commercially viable design solutions to meet a range of needs, whilst focusing on the need to develop a sustainable society.
How is it Assessed?
The course is divided into:
40% written paper in the format of an examination based around a pre-release context.
60% Controlled Assessment, completed in school under the supervision of the teacher.
Who can do Graphic Products?
Anybody!
What can I do next?
AS/A2 level Graphic Products
Graphic Design
Fashion Design
What career path could I follow with this qualification?
Career opportunities are available in the following areas:
Graphic Designer
Signmaker
Web Designer/Developer
Advertising Art Director
Screen Printer
TV/Film Editor
Cartoonist
Illustrator
Animator
Computer Games Designer/Programmer
Interior Designer