Bachelor of Arts Honours in Visual Communication, is offered at an NQF level 8 and consists of 120 credits.
The duration of this programme is one year of full-time study or two years of part-time study. The programme is tailored to allow the student to investigate a specific area of specialisation related to the fields of Visual Communication Design, Creative Technology or Film Arts, in an independent manner.
The course emphasises a proficiency in scholarly research practice and a mastery of the relevant creative praxis. Postgraduate scholarly abilities, theoretical knowledge and research skills culminate in a research report. The development of practical abilities, skills and techniques suitable to a specific concept of research results in a body of work which is showcased at the end of the degree programme.
Possible areas of expertise include Communication Design, Illustration, Photography, Film & TV, Sound Design, Production Design, Screen Acting, Screenwriting, Motion Design, 3D Animation, Game Design, Interaction Design, Interactive Development and 3Dimensional Design.
