School of Design

Bachelor of Design (Hons) Communication Design

Bachelor of Design (Hons) Communication Design

Communication design shapes how ideas, messages, and brands are visually expressed and understood. The B.Des. (Hons.) Communication The design programme focuses on developing creative thinkers who can translate concepts into impactful visual narratives across print and digital platforms.

The programme covers areas such as graphic design, typography, branding, illustration, and digital media. Through hands-on, studio-based learning, students build strong visual language and storytelling skills.

With an emphasis on creativity, strategy, and user engagement, the programme prepares students to create meaningful design solutions. Graduates are equipped to work across diverse industries, shaping how information is communicated and experienced.

Why Choose This Programme?

The B.Des. (Hons.) Communication The design programme equips students to create impactful visual communication by combining creativity with strategic thinking. It focuses on design fundamentals, storytelling, and branding, enabling learners to develop meaningful visual solutions across print and digital platforms.

  • Strong focus on visual communication and storytelling
  • Integration of design, media, and branding
  • Hands-on, studio-based learning approach
  • Exposure to industry-relevant tools and practices
  • Preparation for diverse creative career pathways

What You Will Learn

The curriculum offers a comprehensive understanding of communication design, integrating visual storytelling with strategic thinking. Students explore diverse design domains while learning to create impactful solutions across print, digital, and experiential platforms. The programme emphasises research, user insights, and design theory to develop meaningful and context-driven communication.

Areas of Specialisation:

Typography and Publication Design

Branding and Identity Design

Packaging Design and Wayfinding

Motion Design and Animation

Socially Relevant Design

UX/UI and Game Design

Design for Social Sector

New Media: AI, AR/VR/XR and Emerging Technologies

Subjects Covered

  • Communication Design Fundamentals

  • Typography and Layout Design

  • Graphic Design and Illustration

  • Branding and Identity Design

  • Packaging and Publication Design

  • Motion Graphics and Animation

  • UX/UI Design Basics

  • Advertising and Visual Communication

  • Digital Media and Emerging Technologies

  • Portfolio Development

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the B.Des. (Hons.) Communication Design programme are prepared for diverse roles across creative and media industries. With strong skills in visual storytelling, branding, and digital communication, they create impactful design solutions across print, digital, and experiential platforms.

Graphic Designer

Brand Identity Designer

Visual Designer

UI/UX Designer

Motion Graphics Designer

Illustrator

Packaging Designer

Art Director

Advertising and Creative Strategist