Studio 2: Specialization Graphic Design and Illustration

Brief course description

This is the study programme’s second specialization course in graphic design and illustration. The students work with storytelling in relation to their own field of practice. Instruction is given in narrative methods, and the students do practical assignments related to the same. The students work with stories that are created and recreated in different ways. The course involves studio work, instruction and group-based critique sessions.

The course’s learning outcomes

Upon completion of the course, the students will:

• have in-depth knowledge of narrative methods and structures.
• be able to develop and complete a story in different formats.
• be able to use narrative methods in their own work.

Teaching and learning methods

Independent work, instruction and group critique sessions.

Coursework requirements:

• completion and submission of all assignments by the scheduled deadlines
• participation in instruction and activities that are defined as mandatory in the course description

Assessment

Coursework requirements must be met in order for the student to receive a final assessment in the course. The student’s work is assessed in relation to the learning outcomes and assessment criteria set for the course. The assessment is made by the teacher with course responsibility and may also be done in collaboration with internal subject teachers and / or external guest teachers.