## Bachelor of Arts Honours in Graphic Design

Code: 120725 • NQF 8 • 120 credits (≈ 1200 hours)

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##### Modules

- Professional Design Practice – 40 credits(≈ 400 hours)Code: Demonstrate an in depth understanding of a specialisation in Graphic Design.This module addresses the research and the production of a written dissertation for the Honours Degree. The module is closely tied to the other three modules in particular the Professional Practical module, in that students are required to link the written research and the practical research by making use of sound methodologies and research techniques. The Research Dissertation module provides the student the opportunity to undertake independent research under supervision and document their research (both theoretical and practical) in an acceptable academic format.

- Research Design – 40 credits(≈ 400 hours)Code: Conduct research and communicate this effectively.This module addresses the research and the production of a written dissertation for the Honours Degree. The module is closely tied to the other three modules in particular the Professional Practical module, in that students are required to link the written research and the practical research by making use of sound methodologies and research techniques. The Research Dissertation module provides the student the opportunity to undertake independent research under supervision and document their research (both theoretical and practical) in an acceptable academic format.

- Research Project – 40 credits(≈ 400 hours)Code: Identify and analyse the various research methodologies and techniques currently applicable to graphic design.This module addresses the research and the production of a written dissertation for the Honours Degree. The module is closely tied to the other three modules in particular the Professional Practical module, in that students are required to link the written research and the practical research by making use of sound methodologies and research techniques. The Research Dissertation module provides the student the opportunity to undertake independent research under supervision and document their research (both theoretical and practical) in an acceptable academic format.

##### Learning Outcomes (17)

Linked to modules: 17 of 17
- 1.1 Select an appropriate method and procedure for area of specialised investigation that will accommodate both the portfolio and dissertation.

- 1.2 Communicate and motivate the choices, methods and processes, both intellectual and practical and explain relevance within the contemporary context of culture and design.

- 1.3 Source, adapt and generate new ideas about design form, functions and methods.

- 1.4 Compile a multi-media presentation that exhibits competence in academic methods.

- 1.5 Apply key intellectual tools to own design practice and contemporary issues and imperatives. 1.5.1 Range: Research, critical thinking, logic, analysis, interpretation and comparison.

- 1.6 Write a research proposal

- 2.1 Demonstrate an understanding of academic research, with a specific focus on art and design.

- 2.2 Demonstrate an in depth understanding of an identified area of specialisation in Graphic Design.

- 2.3 Apply appropriate research methods for identifying, gathering and interpreting existing and new knowledge.

- 2.4 Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information for research.

- 2.5 Write a journal article indicating ability to apply curriculum content to personal and professional output.

- 2.6 Write up the research in an academically acceptable format

- 3.1 Demonstrate an understanding of academic research, with a specific focus on the visual arts.

- 3.2 Generate ideas, concepts, proposals, solutions and designs, independently and/or collaboratively, in response to self-initiated activity within the identified area.

- 3.3 Apply appropriate advanced technical skills, technologies and research methods for identifying, gathering and interpreting existing and new knowledge in the development of design solutions.

- 3.4 Contextualise the practical portfolio by linking it to own written dissertation, current thinking and practice

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