The HND Visual Communication is a practical course that will encourage you to develop your skills in the creative design process.
You will have the opportunity to participate in a comprehensive and exciting range of graphic design, illustration and photographic studies, combining traditional design techniques with state-of-the-art digital technology.
Direct entry to year 2 may be possible with HNC Visual Communications
Mandatory units are:
Option units may include:
Option units available may vary depending on study location, for more information contact your chosen campus
You will study by way of face-to-face lectures, tutorials and practical work in the classroom and design studio.
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For students normally domiciled in Scotland or the European Union/EEA (outside of the UK) and with a term time address in Scotland, the following fees apply:
Higher National Awards (HNC, HND) | 2017-18 | 2018-19 |
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Full-time per year | £1,285 | £1,285 |
Part-time (per HN credit) | £86 | £86 |
For students normally domiciled in the rest of the UK (England, Wales and N. Ireland) and with a term time address in Scotland studying this course, the following fees apply:
Higher National Awards (HNC, HND) | 2017-18 | 2018-19 |
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Full-time per year | £6,510 | £6,720 |
Part-time (per HN credit) | £434 | £448 |
Fees are payable in advance each academic year unless otherwise agreed.
There are a number of funding options available to UK and EU students to help you pay for your studies and your cost of living whilst studying.
For students who do not normally reside in the UK or European Union and with a term-time address in Scotland, the following fees apply:
Higher National Awards (HNC, HND) | 2017-18 | 2018-19 |
---|---|---|
Full-time per year | £6,510 | £6,720 |
Part-time (per HN credit)** | £434 | £448 |
*There is no part-time study option for Tier 4 sponsored international students.
External scholarships and financial support may be available. Contact your enrolling college for more information.
On completion of your course you might like to consider careers in art, digital media, design, broadcast, graphics or illustration.
On successful completion, you can progress to the BA (Hons) Visual Communication and Design
You can use the above QR code to connect directly to the course details.
International applicants should apply using the UHI International application form. Please download and print the form, complete and return using the address indicated. More information is available for international applicants at our international student page
We are delighted that you are thinking about studying at the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI). UHI operates a fair and open admissions system committed to equality of opportunity and non-discrimination. We consider all applications on merit and on the basis of ability to achieve, without discrimination on grounds of gender, age, disability, ethnicity and socio-economic background. We welcome applications from all prospective students and aim to provide appropriate and efficient services to students with disabilities.