In this module you will explore some of the critical debates and issues relevant to contemporary Graphic Design practice including, authorship, semiotics and visual representation. You will be introduced to some of the more advanced theories and concepts relevant to Graphic Design together with some of the issues facing you as future practitioners which is also relevant to your professional practice modules.
It will expand on the issues and theories introduced in Contextual Studies in Graphic Design, analysing social and political issues and concepts. You will consider the theories of Authorship and Ethics. You will also explore in more detail Semiotics and other relevant visual theories and how these theories can be applied to your work on the creative modules. You will choose a topic to explore in further detail which will prepare you for HE6 modules.
- Teacher: Samantha Williams