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Creative Industries (Graphic Design Pathway)
- FdA
- 2 Years
- Full-time
- 09/2025
- Undergraduate
- Wigan
- Awarded by:
- University of Lancashire
Course summary
The award obtained is FdA Creative Industries.
The FdA Creative Industries at Wigan & Leigh College Is a Graphic Design pathway.
The Graphic Design pathway covers a range of modules. Graphic Design is everywhere from magazines to televised adverts and they all start with a concept. The opportunity to develop the next big brand or direct mail campaign starts with an education. The programme focuses on ideas and innovation, delivered using the latest cloud-based industry software and the movement from the more traditional print based and web based design solutions to interactive and moving graphics.
The FdA encompasses visits to design consultancies and advertising agencies and the opportunity to work alongside local design practitioners. The course provides students with foundations and the graphic design skills required for the expansive and creative industry.
Modules
Core Units - Creative Thinking; Contextual Studies; Contemporary Contextual Studies for Creative Industries; Professional Practice. Specialist Units - Applied Digistal Design; Graphic Communication in Context; Introduction to Graphic Communication; Communication Craft Skills.
Assessment method
This programme is assessed through a variety of methods from coursework, portfolio assessment through to exhibitions.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Wigan
Study options
- FdA • Full-time • 2 Years
Start dates
- 09/2025
Apply by
29 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- W901
- Institution code:
- W67
- Campus name:
- Wigan
- Campus Code:
- W
- Points of Entry:
- Foundation, 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
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How to apply
Apply by
29 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- W901
- Institution code:
- W67
- Campus name:
- Wigan
- Campus Code:
- W
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 80 points
Plus you will be asked to present a portfolio of work at interview.
Mature students with experience, a portfolio of work and employer references will be considered.
Students must also possess a Grade 4 or above in English and Maths at GSCE or equivalent.
Historical entry grades data BETA
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Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £7500 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £7500 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £7500 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £7500 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
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Course contact details
Admissions Office
Email:applications@wigan-leigh.ac.uk
Phone:01942 761111
Course Enquiries
Email:applications@wigan-leigh.ac.uk
Phone:01942 761111
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