• Slideshow - The core values of Downend School are simple; they are focused on a sense of belonging, a belief that all students have it within themselves to be effective learners and that we can extend this learning beyond the reach of school and into the future
  • Slideshow - The core values of Downend School are simple; they are focused on a sense of belonging, a belief that all students have it within themselves to be effective learners and that we can extend this learning beyond the reach of school and into the future
  • Slideshow - The core values of Downend School are simple; they are focused on a sense of belonging, a belief that all students have it within themselves to be effective learners and that we can extend this learning beyond the reach of school and into the future
  • Slideshow - The core values of Downend School are simple; they are focused on a sense of belonging, a belief that all students have it within themselves to be effective learners and that we can extend this learning beyond the reach of school and into the future
  • Slideshow - The core values of Downend School are simple; they are focused on a sense of belonging, a belief that all students have it within themselves to be effective learners and that we can extend this learning beyond the reach of school and into the future
  • Slideshow - The core values of Downend School are simple; they are focused on a sense of belonging, a belief that all students have it within themselves to be effective learners and that we can extend this learning beyond the reach of school and into the future
  • Slideshow - The core values of Downend School are simple; they are focused on a sense of belonging, a belief that all students have it within themselves to be effective learners and that we can extend this learning beyond the reach of school and into the future
  • Slideshow - The core values of Downend School are simple; they are focused on a sense of belonging, a belief that all students have it within themselves to be effective learners and that we can extend this learning beyond the reach of school and into the future
  • Slideshow - The core values of Downend School are simple; they are focused on a sense of belonging, a belief that all students have it within themselves to be effective learners and that we can extend this learning beyond the reach of school and into the future
  • Slideshow - The core values of Downend School are simple; they are focused on a sense of belonging, a belief that all students have it within themselves to be effective learners and that we can extend this learning beyond the reach of school and into the future
  • Slideshow - The core values of Downend School are simple; they are focused on a sense of belonging, a belief that all students have it within themselves to be effective learners and that we can extend this learning beyond the reach of school and into the future

Graphic Products

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Graphic Products

What is a Graphic Product

Graphic Products are made from compliant materials (paper, card & plastics).
These can be easily formed & shaped into different advertising & promotional items.

These items can then be used in marketing to visually convey messages & information to others.

Packaging & its design is a good example!

What will I study

At GCSE you will Learn:
  • Technical Drawing & Geometry
  • Colour Theory & Symbolism
  • Packaging Design Anatomy
  • Typography & Font Design
  • Printing Processes
  • Corporate Design & Identity
  • Logos, Branding & Trademarks
  • Smart & Compliant Materials
  • Paper & Card Engineering
  • CAD - 2d Design
  • Visual Trickery & Manipulation
  • Optical Illusions

What Students Say

"Complete your work on time & it will be fun. "
" It was an enjoyable but unusual option choice. "
" Think carefully, you’re going study it for 2 years. "
" I would choose Graphics as an option again. "
" It took me so much effort & time to complete my work but I’m proud of myself. "
" Don't choose it because your mate did! "

A Future in Graphic Design

Success at GCSE can lead on to:

Further Education - College
A Levels, Diplomas & BTEC

Higher Education - University
A Wide Variety Degree Options

The Work Place - Career
So many JOBS to choose from

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