Artesis Plantijn Hogeschool Antwerpen
Media, Design en IT
JAP: Layout35454/3630/2627/1/05
Study guide

JAP: Layout

35454/3630/2627/1/05
Academic year 2026-27
Is found in:
  • International programmes Media, Design and IT
This is a single course unit.
Study load: 4 credits
It is not possible to enrol in this course unit under
  • exam contract (to obtain a credit).
  • exam contract (to obtain a degree).
Co-ordinator: van Varik Mark
Languages: English
Scheduled for: Semester 1
This course unit is marked out of 20 (rounded to an integer).
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.

Caution

IPMDI/JAP/011

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course.

Short description

Within print media you need to design every article before it's published in f.i. in a newspaper or magazine. The graphic design of the written content dictates the length and goal of the publication: the two go hand in hand. That's why it's an advantage for a future journalist to know how to design and lay out, to know the pitfalls, to know which terminology to use and to know how to use the respective software. In this course you learn how to design written content via creative exercises and you learn how to use Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop.

Learning outcomes (list)

You apply basic skills to create a graphic design and export it correctly in different file formats
You design written content purposefully using Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop
You create a functional, readable, and attractive layout that aligns with the content and is tailored to the target audience
You design a logo with appropriate visual styling and typography
You create interactive data visualizations

Course content

Within print media you need to design every article before it's published in f.i. in a newspaper or magazine. The graphic design of the written content dictates the length and goal of the publication: the two go hand in hand. That's why it's an advantage for a future journalist to know how to design and lay out, to know the pitfalls, to know which terminology to use and to know how to use the respective software. In this course you learn how to design written content via creative exercises and you learn how to use Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop.

Study material (list)

Mandatory
DigitapMandatory

Evaluation (text)

100% permanent evaluation / hands on

Evaluation (list)

Evaluation(s) for first exam chance
MomentForm%Remark
1st examination periodSkills assessment permanently during class weeks (Permanent evaluation)100,00
Evaluation(s) for re-sit exam
MomentForm%Remark
2nd examination periodSkills assessment during the examination series100,00