Arts & Humanities
Higher Diploma in Visual Communication
Application Code 報名編號 : HD125
The last decade has seen a growing awareness of the role design can play in improving the quality of life in Hong Kong. This has led to an increasing demand for design knowledge and skills, especially amongst the younger generation. In response to this demand, the College offers this programme which aims to develop both the conceptual thinking and technical capabilities of young people who aspire to become designers.
Programme Aims & Features
This programme aims to provide a conceptual and technical foundation for students aspiring to a career in graphic design. Students will be equipped with essential knowledge and skills, and be prepared for a wide variety of disciplines in the design industry, such as graphic design principles, brand identity design, photography, drawing & illustration, typography, packaging, advertising, editorial design, and multi-media design etc. The teaching team comprises professional designers and experienced academics.
Achievements
Former students have won numerous distinguished design awards including Design Student of the Year from the Hong Kong Designers Association in 2005, 2008, 2009 and 2011, Graphic Design in China Awards 2009 and 2011, Tokyo Type Directors Club Awards in 2011, Youtube Short Film Award in 2008, as well as the Gold and Silver Awards of the Student Typography Competition organised by Tokyo Type Directors Club in 2006.
Opportunities for Further Studies
2021 Overall Progression Rate: 67%
UGC-funded Bachelor’s Degree Programmes: 64%
Some of our graduates/students are admitted to UGC-funded degree programmes every year. The list below shows the programmes that our graduates/students of recent years have articulated to*:
The University of Hong Kong
BA
City University of Hong Kong
BA (Hons) Creative Media
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
BA (Hons) Communication Design
BA (Hons) Interactive Media
BA (Hons) Scheme in Fashion & Textiles
BA (Hons) Social Design
Hong Kong Baptist University
BA (Hons) Visual Arts
The Education University of Hong Kong
BA (Hons) Creative Arts & Culture - Music
BA (Hons) Creative Arts & Culture - Visual Arts
BA (Hons) Creative Arts & Culture & BEd (Hons) - Visual Arts (co-terminal double degree)
HKU SPACE International College
Graduates are eligible to apply for admission to the full-time degree programme offered locally by HKU SPACE International College in collaboration with Middlesex University London leading to the award of Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Graphic Design, University of the West of England, Bristol leading to the award of Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Media and Cultural Production, and University of Arts London leading to the award of Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Contemporary Media Cultures. For further information, please visit IC website at https://ic.hkuspace.hku.hk/programmes/bachelor-of-arts-honours-graphic-design
Middlesex University London
BA(Hons) Graphic Design (Top-up Degree)
University of the Arts London
BA (Hons) Contemporary Media Cultures
University of the West of England, Bristol
BA(Hons) Media and Cultural Production
Career Prospects
Graduates will have excellent career opportunities. Many former students were recruited by reputable design studios.
Admission Interview
Qualified applicants should bring along with you a simple portfolio to the admissions interview. A portfolio can include sketchbook, drawings, photos etc.
*The above list is not exhaustive and only shows some of the examples.
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- Higher Diploma in Visual Communication (2015-2017)
This programme has allowed me to be exposed to various aspects of graphic design and equipped me with practical skills to pursue my dream.
- Higher Diploma in Visual Communication (2014-16)
This programme has inspired me a lot on creative thinking and makes me more interested in graphic design which provides me with an opportunity to explore the importance of designing and delivering important message in an efficient way.
- Higher Diploma in Visual Communication (2013-15)
- Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Graphic Design (2015-17)
This programme provided me a good learning environment that I could explore and helped me to understand different aspects of graphic design. I have benefited from the flexible and interesting courses very much!
- Higher Diploma in Visual Communication (2013-15)
Exploration and conceptualization are emphasized by this professional programme which helps me communicate in an expressive and apprehensible way through design.
- Higher Diploma in Visual Communication (2012-14)
- Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Graphic Design (2014-16)
This programme aroused my passion and interest in graphic design. It provided me with the opportunity to experience a variety of creative design, and helped me develop my design skills, technique and creative thinking.