Graphic Design

CURRICULUM

COMPULSORY MODULES

FIRST SEMESTER

• Reading and writing skills-i
• Freehand drawing
• Basic design-i
• Graphical communication-i
• Lettering and introduction to typography
• Geometry and pattern for design
• Introduction to computers

SECOND SEMESTER

• Reading and writing skills-ii
• Rendering and presentation techniques
• Basic design-ii
• Graphical communication-ii
• Digital practice
• Sketching in design
• Turkish language
• Turkish

THIRD SEMESTER

• History of art-i
• Graphic design-i
• Computer aided graphic design-i
• Typography-i
• Basic photography
• Area elective

FOURTH SEMESTER

• History of arts-ii
• Graphic design-ii
• Computer aided graphic design-ii
• Typography-ii
• Advanced photography
• Area elective

FIFTH SEMESTER

• Marketing and consumer behaviour
• Summer training-i
• Graphic design-iii
• Interactive design
• Printmaking techniques
• Advertising design
• History of graphic design

SIXTH SEMESTER

• Experimental design
• Graphic design-iv
• Colour culture
• Videoart and multimedia
• Package design
• Contemporary graphic design

SEVENTH SEMESTER

• Summer training-ii
• Graphic design-v
• Conceptual illustration
• Graduation project research in graphic design
• Graphic design ethics and legal issues
• Area elective
• University elective

EIGHTH SEMESTER

• Design culture
• Graphic design graduation project
• Portfolio design
• Area elective
• History of civilization
• Modern turkish history
• University elective

OPTIONAL MODULES

• Creativity in design
• Design for sustainability
• Ergonomics in interior design
• History of interiors and furniture
• Exhibition design
• Workshop practice in model making
• Styles and fashion in design
• Visual design with computer aided presentation
• Wood and glass technology
• Visual design with photoshop
• Architectural space in movies
• Marine breakwater types and characteristics
• Space analysis techniques
• Clay and plaster in design

ACCREDITATIONS

• The Turkish Republic Higher Education Board (YÖK)
• The Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus Board of Higher Education Planning Accreditation and Coordination Board (YÖDAK)

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Required documents:

• Completed application form
• Higher/Secondary Certificate or equivalents (e.g. O/A’Level, WAEC/NECO)
• Evidence of English Language competence: TOEFL (65 IBT) or IELTS (5.5). Students without these documents will take the CIU English proficiency exam on campus following arrival
• Scanned copy of international passport/birth certificate

FEES