Artesis Plantijn Hogeschool Antwerpen
Wetenschap en Techniek
campus Spoor Noord Ellermanstraat
Ellermanstraat 33 - 2060 Antwerpen
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Design & typography33931/2167/2122/1/71
Study guide

Design & typography

33931/2167/2122/1/71
Academic year 2021-22
Is found in:
  • International programmes Science and Technology, programme stage 3
    Choice package:
    • Elective Courses GDM
In other study programme:
  • Bachelor of Graphical and Digital Media as Design & typography
This is a single course unit.
Study load: 6 credits
It is not possible to enrol in this course unit under
  • exam contract (to obtain a credit).
  • exam contract (to obtain a degree).
Teaching staff: Gossé Joke
Languages: English
Scheduled for: Semester 1
This course unit is marked out of 20 (rounded to an integer).
Possible deadlines for learning account: 15.10.2021 ()
Re-sit exam: is possible.
Possibility of deliberation: This course unit is eligible for deliberation according to the criteria as determined by the degree programme you are enrolled in.
Total study time: 156,00 hours

Short description

Design & Typography focuses on different fields of typographic design. From logo design,over typographic book design, exploring micro and macro typography to even an introduction in typeface design.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course.

Learning outcomes (list)

has mastered the power of typography to influence decision-making through visual communication
has a view on historical and recent developments in the world of typography
can distinguish different fonts on the basis of function, anatomy and structure
designs a simple functional font
makes the right font choice based on the medium and the message
works professionally with typography, both at micro and macro level
applies the knowledge of the English language in a learning context, both oral and written

Study material (text): Mandatory

Course materials will be made available digitally through the DIGITAP platform.

Educational organisation (list)

Learning Activities
Practicum27,00 hours
Work time outside of contact hours129,00 hours

Evaluation (list)

Evaluation(s) for first exam chance
MomentForm%Remark
Academic yearPortfolio100,00
Evaluation(s) for re-sit exam
MomentForm%Remark
2nd examination periodPortfolio50,00
2nd examination periodProject assignment50,00Werkstuk en/of digitaal en/of presentatie