Grayscale is a social network and blog site created by students on the BDes (Hons) Graphic Design and BDes (Hons) Digital Media courses; part of the Communication Design Programme at Gray’s School of Art, Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen, Scotland.
These courses encourage an extensive understanding of Communication Design leading towards a focussed study in your chosen specialism. Students are supported to develop the creative, critical, and technical skills necessary to pursue a career within today’s ever evolving communication design professions, across a wide range of industry sectors. The curriculum is focussed on developing ideas and problem-solving skills via a process of self-directed study, research, experimentation, creativity, innovation and enterprise.
Through the investigation of traditional techniques and the latest digital technologies, the syllabus explores the application of graphics, illustration and photography by way of studio based multi-disciplinary practice, whilst competition briefs and industry-led projects place an emphasis on the professional and commercial setting.
Studio activities are supported and enriched by a programme of critical theory-based study exploring design culture and context through a series of lectures and seminars with further opportunities to participate in international study trips and industry-based placements with leading companies and designers.
In 3rd year, you will make an informed decision as to which area you wish to specialise in, in preparation for your 4th year Honours project and the Degree Show // learn more.
Gray’s School of Art, located in an inspiring parkland campus, is a highly challenging and stimulating place to develop and refine your creative education. Gray’s is an intimate, collaborative learning community in which you will be tutored by practicing artists, designers and researchers of national and international standing // learn more.
Why study Art & Design here?
Gray’s School of Art is a self-contained school; a vibrant, creative environment where studio practice enjoys a close relationship with the history and theory of art. We are here to develop graduates who can thrive in the creative economy, equipped with passion and self-confidence // read more.
Robert Gordon University is a dynamic, modern place to study with an international reputation for providing high quality education from undergraduate through to PhD level. Consistently ranked among the UK’s top universities for graduate employment for many years, recent accolades have included:
- ‘Best Modern University in the UK’ – The Times Good University Guide 2010
- Top Modern University in 2009
- Top Modern University for Research in Scotland. //Read more…