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Micro-credential certification in Typography Design BVCD1154 (BVCD)
This course introduces the student about the basic specification, copy fitting, and kerning as well as developing a full understanding of the terminology used by typographers. Structured to let students feel at ease with the technical aspects of typography that must be learned if they are to design and work with type intelligently and creatively. The next stage of Typography aims to extend information learned; therefore Typography now becomes the medium and the message of symbolic communication. Thus inherent from different typefaces is explored. Typographic relationships with other graphic elements are investigated through brochures, poster, and other 2-dimensional projects.
Note: Subject relates to Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Visual Communication Design
Programme Fee
This programme is designed, delivered, assessed and awarded by SEGi University through the Africa Open Learning Platform.
Age Experience - 19 Years Above
Language Proficiency - Yes
Prerequisites - No
- Anatomy of Type
- Elements of the Printed Word
- The Point System
- Typesetting
- Copy Fitting
- Principle Elements and Attribute of Design
- Designing with Type
- Spreading the Word
- Information Leaflet Design (Part 1)
- Information Leaflet Design (Part 2)
- Newsletter Design
- Poster Design
- Expressive Typography (Part 1)
- Expressive Typography (Part 2)
Assignment - 40%
Final Assesment - 60%
Upon the completion of this programme, student is eligible to enroll into Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Visual Communication Design
1. Typeface Designer
2. Publication Designer