Undergraduate Programmes
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Graphic Design
平面設計(榮譽)文學士
Course Code: 2345-DP010A (CE 68-818-00/51)
Programme
Overview
Programme Overview
The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Graphic Design programme aims to provide comprehensive training for those who aspire to become a professional graphic designer. It provides an articulation route for Higher Diploma or Diploma graduates of graphic design, visual arts, digital media, or related disciplines from different institutions. It also provides an opportunity for practising designers to further pursue their studies.
In this programme students pursue self-directed projects that enable them to work to a professional level in concept of development, problem solving, production and presentation.
This programme possesses an excellent staff profile. Projects are led by professional designers with extensive experiences in the design industry. Apart from professional design knowledge, staff members are willing to share with students the essential qualities of a successful designer and the latest developments in the design industry.
平面設計(榮譽)文學士學位課程為有志成為專業平面設計師的人士提供全面的培訓。課程對象主要為各大院校的平面設計、視覺藝術、數碼媒體高級文憑或文憑課程的畢業生，以及希望透過持續進修而提升學歷的在職設計師。
課程內容加入了本土元素，透過不同形式的專題研習，協助學員把創作、製作、作品展示及解決問題等方面的技巧，提升至專業水平。
本課程師資優良，由資深的專業設計師任教。各導師對設計教育充滿熱誠，學生除了能學習到平面設計的專業知識外，亦能從他們身上了解到成為成功設計師的必要條件以及設計行業的最新發展等。
Programme Highlights
Through your studies on the programme we aim to develop:
- Your ability to analyse and evaluate graphic design and communication problems and in response, develop imaginative, appropriate and effective visual solutions using sound judgment through a logical and structured process.
- Your ability to effectively communicate information, ideas and arguments supported by appropriate criteria and sound reasoning in the presentation, discussion and evaluation of design proposals.
- Your knowledge and understanding of materials, process and technology appropriate to the creation, presentation and reproduction of graphic design together with an understanding of the historical and social context within which graphic design operates.
- Your understanding of professional practice, the ability to manage time effectively and work independently or in a group.
In addition:
- Projects led by professional designers with extensive experiences in the design sectors and creative industry.
- Past students have won numerous distinguished design awards, including the Graphic Design in China Gold Award and the Hong Kong Designers Association Awards.
- The programme has an excellent record of graduates securing employment in the creative and media industries. Recent graduates are working in design studios, production houses and advertising agencies.
Programme Aims
The programme aims to:
- Equip students with comprehensive understanding of materials, processes, and technologies essential for graphic design creation, presentation, and reproduction.
- Cultivate awareness of historical and social contexts influencing graphic design practices, fostering a culturally informed perspective.
- Foster inclusive, collaborative learning environments to nurture responsible, independent practitioner’s adept at navigating diverse career paths, while enabling students to develop a broad range of transferable skills and approaches.
- Provide exposure to a spectrum of specialist graphic design practices and disciplinary areas, facilitating broad exploration and skill acquisition.
- Encourage engagement in graphic design for social good, addressing environmental, cultural, and social challenges.
- Promote and foster conceptual thinking, experimental approaches, and critical reflection throughout idea generation, processes, and techniques, cultivating students into curious, critical, and reflective practitioners with advanced conceptual and creative thinking skills.
Programme Information & Sharing from Programme Leaders
Sharing from Guest and Programme Leaders
Middlesex University London
Middlesex is an international university with roots in North London. The University is committed to meeting the needs and ambitions of a culturally and internationally diverse range of students by providing challenging academic programmes underpinned by innovative research and professional practice.
Middlesex is an outstanding teaching university. Working with over 300 prestigious international academic partners, Middlesex is the first British university to achieve the highest rating possible for their collaborative provision around the world. According to previous report from the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA), the auditors showed confidence in the University’s current and likely future management of its academic standards and of the learning opportunities available to students.
Middlesex is also one of very few universities to have been awarded three Queen’s Anniversary Prizes for Higher and Further Education.
The design programme of Middlesex is widely regarded as one of the best in the UK within both the design industry and the academic community. The achievement of their design students is remarkable – they are successful in a number of international design awards and competitions and have won over 25 prizes in the past few years.
倫敦密德薩斯大學
倫敦密德薩斯大學位於倫敦北部，一直致力為來自不同地區及國籍的學生提供專業、高質素的大學課程，並積極鼓勵他們進行創新研究。
現時有超過300間學術機構與倫敦密德薩斯大學成為合作夥伴。倫敦密德薩斯大學憑著出色的教學質素，成為了本土首間獲英國高等教育質量保證署授予國際教育合作計劃「最高評價」學術榮譽的大學。英國高等育質量保證署在最近期的評估報告中亦指出，倫敦密德薩斯大學有能力持續為學生提供高質素教學水平。
倫敦密德薩斯大學更屢獲「英女皇週年紀念榮譽獎 (高等教育及持續進修教育)」，是少數三次獲頒此殊榮的英國高等院校。
密德薩斯大學的設計課程無論在設計業或學術界均得到極高的評價和肯定，學生們更於國際性設計比賽中屢獲殊榮，過去數年間，已贏取超過二十五個設計獎項。
AWARD AND RANKINGS
- 2024 - Top 6 University in the UK (Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2024)
- 2023 - 5th in London for Overall Student Positivity (National Student Survey 2023)
- 2022 - Top 3 University for International Outlook (Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2022)
- 2019 - Winner of UKIED Award (Middlesex was the first UK University to be awarded)
Welcome Message
Welcome to the exciting world of graphic design and visual communication. As a student on Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Graphic Design at HKU SPACE you are enrolled on a programme which is franchised by Middlesex University, London. Your programme is quality assured and managed through our School of Art and Design at Middlesex University and you will meet our University link tutor at your Boards of Study.
Graphic design is one of the most vibrant, creative and constantly changing modern communication media. At Middlesex University our broad-based studio programme focuses on the communication of ideas and information. We work with students to build the skills and knowledge essential for a successful career in the creative industries. Middlesex University has an excellent reputation within the graphic design industry and our contacts with the creative industries are very strong. Many of our students win awards in national and international design competitions.
Students are encouraged to develop their own individual approach to problem solving with a strong emphasis on good typography. We offer an increasing amount of choice in assignments as the programme progresses and students can choose to specialise in areas that interest them or build a more general graphic design portfolio. Your part in this will be to take responsibility for your learning so that you become an independent learner, actively and intelligently using the resources of the programme, the support of staff and peers to develop your abilities.
The friendly and approachable teaching staff are all practising designers with a passion for visual communication and wide-ranging interests and experience in the graphic design industry.
Whatever it is that you decide to do in your life after graduation, whether you decide to work in the communication industries, or to undertake further study, we hope that the experience of studying on the BA (Honours) Graphic Design Programme will help you to become a life-long learner. Confident in applying your creative and analytical skills to the world you encounter. We hope you will enjoy your studies on the programme. We will do all we can to ensure that your time at Middlesex University is as rewarding and enjoyable as possible.
Claire Lewis
Programme Leader
BA Honours Graphic Design
Middlesex University London
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Content and
Teaching
Programme Structure
The entire programme comprises three modules (180 credits in total). Some classes may take place on weekday evenings and Saturdays.
| Module Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| GDN2300 Socially Responsible and Future-oriented Design | 30 |
| GDN2400 Professional Practice and Employability | 30 |
| GDN3100 Critical Thinking as Graphic Design | 30 |
| GDN3200 Graphic Design Specialisation | 30 |
| GDN3300 Graphic Design Professional Practice | 30 |
| GDN3400 Graphic Design Major Project | 30 |
| Total | 180 credits |
The above programme structure is intended for use as guide to prospective students. HKU SPACE and Middlesex University London reserve the right to vary the structure.
Duration of Study
With full exemptions granted, students can complete the programme full time in 1.5 years.
Teaching Mode
Most modules are project-based and conducted in the form of group/ individual tutorials.
Assessment
Students are regularly assessed by projects they complete throughout the programme.
Teaching Staff
In association with Middlesex University London, UK
- Programme Leaders
LEWIS, Claire
(Middlesex)BA Staffordshire; MA LCC; PGCE Greenwich CHAN, Leo
(HKU SPACE)Dip PolyU HK; BA CSM; MA UAL; MHKDA - Teaching Staff - HKU SPACE
KO, Kenji BA TVU; MA UAL KWONG, Tim BA City UHK; MDes PolyU HK LO, Rick BDes RMIT; MDes PolyU HK YUEN, Cathy BA CityU HK; MA Middx LAI, Yanise BA CSM; MA PolyU HK WONG, Eddie HD PolyU HK; BA PolyU HK WONG, Andrew HD HKAS; PgDip OUHK IP, Iman BA Swinburne; MA SCAD
Award and
Careers
Award
Students who have successfully completed all modules (180 credits) with satisfactory results will be awarded the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Graphic Design by Middlesex University London.
Career Opportunities
Having acquired professional knowledge and essential skills in design, students enjoy an outstanding start to their creative career. Our graduates have worked with leading design firms such as Tommy Li Design Workshop, Steve Leung Designers’ Ltd, M. Moser Associates Ltd, among others, while some graduates have started their own business in design.
Fees and
Funding
Tuition Fee
The tuition fee* for 2025/26 intake is HK$41,000 per term (three terms for the entire programme).
* The tuition fee is reviewed annually and is subject to change without prior notice.
Extended Non-means-tested Loan Scheme (ENLS)
Students are eligible to apply for the HKSAR Government’s Extended Non-means-tested Loan Scheme (ENLS). The maximum financial assistance under the ENLS is equivalent to the total tuition fee payable to the HKU SPACE in the academic year. For details, please refer to the website of Student Financial Office (SFO) of the Working Family and Student Financial Assistance Agency (WFSFAA).
SCHOLARSHIPS AND BURSARIES
IC Scholarship
A number of IC Scholarships and Bursaries are available for eligible new entrants every year. Please consult programme staff for application information.
Entry
Requirements
Entry Requirements
An applicant for admission to the programme shall hold:
- a Higher Diploma in Visual Communication awarded within the HKU system through HKU SPACE; or
- a recognised Associate Degree or Higher (Advanced) Diploma in Graphic Design or a related discipline; or
- a recognised Diploma in Graphic Design and have at least 5 years of relevant work experience.
Qualified applicants to the programme will be invited to attend an admissions interview and bring a portfolio of their design work to the panel.
All applicants should also present proof of English proficiency by having:
- level 3 or above/a grade C or above in English Language (Syllabus B) in HKCEE; or
- level 3 or above in English Language in HKDSE Examination; or
- a grade E or above in Use of English in HKALE; or
- a minimum score of 72 in TOEFL (IBT) (with at least 17 in listening and writing, 20 in speaking and 18 in reading); or
- an overall score of 6.0 or above in IELTS (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component).
Student Work
and Activities
2024 COHORT ACTIVITIES
2017 SPACE IDEA SHOWCASE
HKU SPACE & Middlesex University Graduation Show 2017
2016 A SPACE ODYSSEY
HKU SPACE & Middlesex University Graduation Show 2016
BREWING / 2015 A SPACE ODYSSEY
HKU SPACE & Middlesex University Graduation Show 2015
Student Work
Work by CHEUNG Chiu Shing, Charles
Work by LUK Ka Wai, Cynthia
Work by LUK Hiu Ching, Tracy
Work by CHAU Yuet Ching (left) and LAU Hiu Tung (right)
Work by CHENG Ka Ling
Work by CHAN Tsz Ying
Work by CHAN Tsz Him
Work by Libica CHAN
Work by LAI Hon Him (left) and FUNG Lok Yi (right)
Work by KO Chun Yin (left) and TO Ying Yuk (right)
CSM London Summer Study Programme
This programme organised by IC provides a valuable opportunity for students to enroll into a short course in Central Saint Martins College of Arts and Design (CSM), one of the world’s leading institutes for arts and design education with 150 years of history.
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This programme is designed, assessed and quality assured by Middlesex University.
This is an exempted course under the Non-local Higher and Professional Education (Regulation) Ordinance. It is a matter of discretion for individual employers to recognise any qualification to which this course may lead.