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Program of Graphic Design

GRA482

GRAPHIC PROJECT VI

Course Code
GRA482
Semester
Eighth Term (Spring)
Theory+Practice
2 + 4
ECTS
6
Course TypeCompulsory Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study4
SemesterEighth Term (Spring)
ECTS6
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Use technical equipment and artistic production techniques in graphic design.
  2. Develop the ability to perceive, think, design, and apply in a multi-dimensional way.
  3. Think project-based, develop projects, or work effectively and efficiently on an existing project.
  4. Transform sensory perception into aesthetic value.
  5. Enhance visual, verbal, and written communication skills.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesYes(GRA481)
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsGRA481 Grafik Proje V
Course DescriptionThis is an advanced studio course where students complete their final graphic design projects before graduation. Students develop projects that offer solutions within a social and/or cultural context. The course covers conceptual foundation, research, application, and presentation stages at a professional level.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Introduction, course objective, and review of previous semester's project examples.
2nd Week Determination of project topics and preparation of the project proposal file.
3rd Week Research methods and social/cultural context analysis.
4th Week Conceptual foundation development, mood board, and concept presentation.
5th Week Preparation of initial drafts and sketches.
6th Week Initiation of the application process and selection of technical methods.
7th Week Midterm Preliminary Presentation ? evaluation of conceptual and visual developments.
8th Week Post-midterm revisions and guidance.
9th Week Progressing with the application and applying production techniques.
10th Week Designing presentation materials (poster, mock-up, digital output, etc.).
11th Week Project management and time planning control.
12th Week Pre-Final Presentation and detailed feedback.
13th Week Final adjustments and preparation for the professional presentation.
14th Week Final Presentation exhibition of all stages and outputs of the project.
Recommended or Required ReadingEllen Lupton Graphic Design Thinking: Beyond Brainstorming
Gavin Ambrose,Paul Harris Design Thinking for Visual Communication
Michael Bierut How to Use Graphic Design to Sell Things, Explain Things, Make Things Look Better, Make People Laugh, Make People Cry, and (Every Once in a While) Change the World
IDEO.org The Field Guide to Human-Centered Design
AIGA Eye on Design https://eyeondesign.aiga.org
Behance Mezuniyet projeleri ve stüdyo çalışmaları örnekleri
Malcolm Barnard, 2005, Graphic Design as Communication. UK, Routledge.
Philip Meggs, 1992, Type and Image. Canada, John Wiley and Sons.
Robin Landa, 2001, Graphic Design Solutions. Canada, OnWord Press.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Uygulama
  • Discussion
  • Project
  • Presentation
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 40
Total(%) 40
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 40
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 60
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 4 4
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 14 2 28
Preparation for Final exam
Course hours 14 4 56
Preparation for Midterm exam
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 4 4
Homework
Project 2 44 88
Total Work Load180
Total Work Load / 30 (h)6
ECTS Credit of the Course6
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No

Programme Qualifications / Learning Outcomes

LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
K1
K2
K3 X
K4 X
K5
K6
K7 X
K8 X
K9
K10 X
K11
K12
K13 X
K14 X
K15
K16
K17