Letterkenny Institute of Technology

Course Details

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Design – Visual Communication

Course Description

Students on this programme are encouraged to communicate creatively and critically through experimentation. The Programme invites analytical thinking with an emphasis on solving visual communication problems through the development of original solutions, aided by technical media. Students are encouraged to develop their creative practice according to their interests and strengths. If you would like to define your goals, experiment with ideas and challenge current practices in design communication, this programme is for you.

Course Duration

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3year

Career outcomes

Graduates find employment in the visual communication industry both in Ireland and abroad. The skills learnt are highly transferable so graduate careers typically include Graphic Design Advertising and Art Direction Web Design Interactive Media Motion Graphics Print and Publishing Freelance design and illustration. Employers range from brand, advertising and marketing agencies, to companies with in-house marketing teams, publishers, the media, graphic design consultancies and web design companies. Many designers also set up their own business. This course is suitable for those who ultimately wish to pursue a career in teaching as it is recognised by the Teaching Council for the purposes of teaching Art.




Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Design – Visual Communication Letterkenny Institute of Technology