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HND in Graphic DesignHND in Art & Design

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HND in Graphic Design

HND in Art & Design (British Official Diploma of 120 ECTS credits).
Optional Top Up Year in United Kingdom (Bachelor's Degree 180 ECTS).

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Highlights of graphic design and illustration

The HND in Art & Design (Interactive Media Production) is a modern program that joins together abilities, knowledge and skills in Graphic Design and Illustration with its adaptation to the new interactive basis. Students will obtain all the skills needed in order to be well prepared in areas such as: Corporate Identity, Editorial Design and Illustration; Web Design, Interactive Applications for all kinds of devices, Typography, Synthesis Image, Video production, Audiovisual Graphic and 2D/ 3D Animation.

The learning process is very dynamic and is based on the coexistence of modular courses, back-up subjects and core workshops. Students will study modules of total immersion regarding different disciplines with the help of some other subjects that will cooperate in this immersion. This way, our students will focus their attention on a single field, by working in a workshop system. Each module is run by a professional of high standing, who in turn works with other qualified professionals providing different styles and views within the learning process.

The first year is focused on accumulating knowledge, the second year on converting this knowledge into skills and finally, in the last year a professional project will be done, together with internships in this area, all these leading to an acquisition of the necessary skills so that our students will be able to work in this Industry.

At the end of the program, students may choose to study an extra year in one of the British Universities, this way they will obtain a Bachelor’s Degree.

Job opportunities

  • Editorial Design and Layout for: magazines, newspapers and other publications.
  • Corporate Identity.
  • Environment Signage and Graphics.
  • Web Design and Multimedia.
  • Advertising and Audiovisual Means.
  • Packaging.
  • Animation and Drawing.
  • 3D Animation, Design and Modeling.
  • Photography/ Photo Editing.
  • Lighting and Visual Arts.
  • Freelance.
  • Art Management.
  • Communication Studies.
  • Advertising Agencies.
  • Audiovisual Producers.
  • Graphic Application Developer for mobile devices.
  • Interactive Interface Developer such as: educational, advertising, therapeutic, health.
  • Expert in Interactive Publishing Design.
  • On-line Publication Management.
  • Expert in Digital Marketing.
  • Expert in Interactive Installations.
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Esther García ZuritaInditexI decided to enter ESAT because it was clear to me that graphic design was my thing and the university offered me an opportunity to study it. In addition,… [+]
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Tamara TrübEntwicklungspark AGWhen I visited ESAT for the first time, the facilities, the people and the possibilities they offered left me speechless. What was initially a possibility to be considered as a… [+]
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Eduardo MiraFreelanceStudying in England opens up a world of possibilities. When I finished my HND in Graphic & Multimedia Design studies at ESAT Valencia I didn’t hesitate to continue my studies in the UK… [+]
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Kike DomingoVitcordTwo days after the last class of my HND in Design and New Media Arts I went to live in San Francisco; since then I haven’t had a chance to live in San Francisco… [+]
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  • 1st Year

    • Visual Culture

      Visual Culture Studies provides a historical, cultural and theoretical framework that allows us to make sense of art and design, and to consider how they can help us understand the world at large.

      30 minute(s)
    • Photography

      The student will acquire the knowledge that will allow the semi-professional use of any digital camera. Knowledge that, once assimilated, will broaden the creative possibilities of its use and allow the optimisation of resources, both in shooting and in post-production.

      30 minute(s)
    • Digital Retouching

      This unit aims to understand and develop skills in the selection, creation, development and management of digital images on demand and for specific purposes.

      30 minute(s)
    • Editorial Design

      The unit aims to provide students with the knowledge necessary to manipulate images and text blocks for creative purposes by studying the properties of images and text intended for print and how they interact on the page.

      30 minute(s)
    • Illustration I

      The aim of this unit is to develop students' understanding of the potential of visual images as a means of communication, including the codes used in different cultures.

      30 minute(s)
    • Typography I

      The unit focuses on the correct application of typographic knowledge. Through theoretical research and practical exercises, students will improve their understanding and skills related to typography.

      30 minute(s)
    • Graphic Design

      This unit aims to develop students' confidence in managing graphic design projects across the design cycle.

      30 minute(s)
    • Audiovisual Graphics

      This unit focuses on understanding and developing skills in the creation, origination, development and management of digital motion graphics for specific purposes.

      30 minute(s)
    • Interactivity

      This unit is about the development of a web page with the help of HTML and CSS.

      30 minute(s)
    • Individual Project

      This unit provides a holistic view of project development, supporting documentation and the correct citation of documentary sources and reference authors.

      30 minute(s)
    • UX/UI

      The unit focuses on the correct application of UX/UI knowledge.
      Through theoretical research and practical exercises, students will improve their understanding and skills in relation to new technologies..

      30 minute(s)
    • 3D Modeling

      The aim of this unit is to develop an understanding of specialist 3D technology and processes.

      30 minute(s)
    • English I

      English classes

      30 minute(s)
    • Japanese I (optional)

      Japanese classes

      30 minute(s)
  • 2nd Year

    • Illustration II

      This unit aims to develop students' understanding and skills in the professional working practice of illustration, using drawing as a fundamental tool for self-expression.

      30 minute(s)
    • Interactive Publishing

      Students will learn the technological fundamentals required to create an EPUB 3 interactive publishing product for viewing on digital media.

      30 minute(s)
    • Typography II

      The unit focuses mainly on the correct application of typographic knowledge and also on typographic selection and construction as applied to the interactive publishing sector.

      30 minute(s)
    • Packaging

      This unit is an introduction to packaging as a starting point for knowledge and competence in the production of contemporary packaging solutions.

      30 minute(s)
    • Product design and Augmented Reality.

      This unit aims to develop students' understanding of the essential components of augmented reality in order to develop projects based on this technology.

      30 minute(s)
    • Art Direction

      This unit focuses on the development of the student's skills as part of a creative team for art direction.

      30 minute(s)
    • UXUI Interactivity II

      The unit focuses on the correct application of UX/UI and layout skills. Through theoretical research and practical exercises, students will improve their understanding and skills in relation to new technologies..

      30 minute(s)
    • Marketing Online

      The establishment of an online brand (personal or corporate) through creativity represents a fundamental expression of creative entrepreneurship. The construction of an online marketing and communication plan for a creative business opportunity is also a key aspect of this field.

      30 minute(s)
    • Motion Graphics

      The unit's primary objective is to facilitate the accurate application of knowledge pertaining to motion graphics.

      30 minute(s)
    • 3D Modeling and Rendering

      This unit will provide students with an introduction to the field of computer-generated images and an understanding of their underlying principles, enabling them to apply the various techniques and concepts to any 3D software package.

      30 minute(s)
    • Post-production

      The objective of this unit is to facilitate the development of learners' abilities in the planning, preparation, and presentation of digital moving image and sound production.

      30 minute(s)
    • Audiovisual Narrative-Screenwriting-Production

      The objective of the unit is to facilitate students' comprehension of audiovisual narratives and the specific conventions associated with them.

      30 minute(s)
    • English II

      English classes

      30 minute(s)
    • Japanese II (optional)

      Japanese classes

      30 minute(s)
  • 3rd Year

    • Collaborative Project

      The main objective of the unit is to train students to develop the necessary skills for executing team projects.

      30 minute(s)
    • Pre-production

      The unit's primary objective is to facilitate the development of a comprehensive research and project methodology. This encompasses the pre-production phase of a project.

      30 minute(s)
    • Production&Post-production

      The unit's primary objective is to facilitate the comprehensive development of a graphic design project, encompassing both its production and post-production phases.

      30 minute(s)
    • Personal Graphics

      The objective of the unit is to assist the student in the process of developing a personal style. By analysing historical and contemporary styles and contextualising them, students will be able to identify criteria for communicating messages in a specific style.

      30 minute(s)
    • Digital Law:

      This unit focuses on helping students understand the legal issues involved in their work as artists and developers.

      30 minute(s)
    • Communication/Presentation

      The unit's primary objective is to facilitate the comprehensive development of a graphic design project. This encompasses the research pertinent to the subject, the communication strategy to be employed, and the production of all requisite materials.

      30 minute(s)
    • English III

      English classes

      30 minute(s)
    • Japanese III (optional)

      Japanese classes

      30 minute(s)

Access conditions

Direct Entry:

  • BUP, FP2, FP medio (middle grade of vocational training).
  • 1st scientific baccalaureate.
  • 2nd scientific baccalaureate LOGSE, PAU 25 years old.
  • Foreign studies that equals the Spanish baccalaureate.
  • CFGS or CFGM – with an overcome CFGS qualifying exam.

Ability Test:

  • Students over 18 years old have two options: have an interview with our admittance department, where a review of their personal project will be carried out or, by submitting a reference letter.

If you have already done any university studies related to our HNDs, do not hesitate to ask us about the possibility of subject validation.

Fund your studies and pay conveniently

There are different ways to fund your studies. To find out more please visit our Funding information page (Spanish), download Ibercaja's information leaflet (Spanish), or direct your queries to:

Federico Sanjuan
Chief Financial Officer at ESAT
Phone: (+34) 963 155 637
fsanjuan@esat.es

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Jose Luís González

Freelance / ESAT
El conocimiento y desarrollo de las nuevas tecnologías, que los HND in Graphic Design Multimedia me aportó, me ha permitido conocer mejor el sector y poder... [+]
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Nacho Bueno

AKQA
Durante mi estancia en Northumbria he crecido a todos los niveles, pero sin duda, lo que más valoro ha sido la oportunidad que he tenido para... [+]
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Jonathan Kutnowski

Blinkfire Analytics
Jonathan Kutnowski, ESAT's alumnus was able to test, studying the Design and Multimedia career, multiple disciplines to determine that he was most interested in new technologies,... [+]
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Jose Manuel Naranjo

Ubisoft
Since I was a child, I have been surrounded by videogames and gaming consoles, a fantastic world that it has always stirred up my deep curiosity... [+]
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Diego Cremades

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My decision to start studying at ESAT it was first of all, for its familiar and friendly atmosphere and, also for the campus facilities and the... [+]
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Leopoldo Coto

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Starting to study for an HND in Computer Game Animation at ESAT, it has been one of the best decisions I have ever made. Since I... [+]
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Sergio Alapont

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Like many others students, I started by studying "computer engineering" at the university, hoping to fulfill my dream to work in the videogame industry. However, when... [+]
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Fernando Ferrando

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I started my studies at ESAT with a unique desire, to dedicate all my life to videogames. Since I was a child, I wanted to devote... [+]
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Dani Sierra

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During the 3 years of the HND in Videogames Programming you obtain a very high level in developing videogames. Thank to this high quality standard it... [+]
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Héctor Riera

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When I was a child, I always had the curiosity to find out how the videogames are made, as well to know more about the animated... [+]
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Adrián Torres

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As I was good at videogames, I start studying at ESAT to may learn how to develop videogames. But, I realized it had nothing to do... [+]
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Esther García Zurita

Inditex
ESAT gave me the opportunity to study for what I really liked. I always knew graphic design was my passion and I realized that this university... [+]
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Tamara Trüb

Entwicklungspark AG
Loved my first visit at ESAT. The campus facilities, the academic team and the possibilities they offered just left me speechless. What at first seemed to... [+]
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Aleix Merlos Vela

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Desde bien pequeño siempre me ha apasionado el mundo de los videojuegos, desde el estilo gráfico hasta la música. Era una ilusión el pensar poder dedicarme... [+]
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Eduardo Mira

Freelance
Estudiar en Inglaterra te abre un mundo de posibilidades. Cuando terminé mis estudios HND in Graphic & Multimedia Design en ESAT Valencia no dudé en continuar... [+]
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Ignacio Galve

IVO
Mi experiencia personal con alumnos del HND in Software Engineering y HND in Graphic Design and Multimedia ha sido muy satisfactoria. Allá en donde he encontrado... [+]
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Erika Andrada

Freelance
Me decidí por ESAT porque me ofrecía la parte tecnológica y artística juntas, en comparación con otras universidades o escuelas. Estudiar en ESAT me ha aportado... [+]
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Kike Domingo

Vitcord
Dos días después de la última clase de mi HND en Diseño y New Media Arts me fui a vivir a San Francisco; desde entonces no... [+]
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Lucas González

Parallel Circles
Empecé mis estudios de videojegos con el HND in Computing Systems Development en ESAT, la motivación que tenia de crear videojuegos me ayudo a trabajar bastante... [+]
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Rubén Moragón

Guerrilla Games
Me gradué en ESAT con una sensación muy diferente a la de mi anterior carrera: que esta vez si estaba más preparado para trabajar. Tras su... [+]
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