ACADEMIC AND CREATIVE PATHWAYS
Build the Skills to Communicate, Create and Lead
The TTU Graphic Design Department combines visual research, studio practice, technical development and professional communication across undergraduate and postgraduate pathways.
Four academic pathways. Four B.Tech specialisation areas. One connected creative community.
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Academic Pathways
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Specialisation Areas
30 Years
Design Education
What Students Experience
through Graphic Design Education
Learning develops through research, making, discussion, critique and production. Students are encouraged to connect creative decisions with audience needs, cultural context and professional standards.
Studio-Based Learning
Projects develop through research, sketching, experimentation, critique and refinement within a practical creative environment.
Critique and Mentorship
Students present ideas, receive structured feedback and learn to explain the reasoning behind visual and technical decisions.
Digital and Production Skills
Learning connects software, photography, print processes, image-making and contemporary digital communication.
Research and Visual Thinking
Students investigate audiences, contexts and communication problems before developing appropriate creative responses.
Portfolio Development
Coursework supports the gradual development of a coherent body of work demonstrating process, technical ability and creative direction.
30 Years
Creative Learning
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Specialisation Areas
FIND YOUR CREATIVE DIRECTION
Who Are the Programmes Designed For?
The department’s pathways support learners at different stages of academic and creative development, from foundational study to advanced professional and research-focused practice.
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Students interested in visual communication, branding, typography and applied design.
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Learners seeking practical experience in photography, digital media, illustration or print production.
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HND graduates preparing to progress into B.Tech study.
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Students interested in Advertising and Packaging.
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Students interested in Animation and Illustration.
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Graduates and professionals considering advanced study in Graphic Design or Printing.
CREATIVE AND TECHNICAL AREAS
Areas of Study
Students engage with interconnected areas of visual communication, image-making, digital production and print practice.
Typography
Branding and Identity
Advertising
Packaging Design
Photography
Digital Media
Illustration
Animation
Editorial Design
Prepress
Printing Technology
Visual Research
UNDERGRADUATE STUDY
Choose Your Academic Pathway
Explore the undergraduate routes through which students may develop foundations, progress academically and specialise in areas of graphic design practice.
HND Commercial Art
Graphic Design Option
A foundational pathway focused on visual communication, design principles, studio practice and applied production.
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Typography and layout
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Branding and advertising
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Drawing and image-making
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Photography and digital media
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Print and production awareness
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Portfolio development
B.Tech Four-Year
A comprehensive degree pathway combining design foundations, visual research, technical development and specialised creative practice.
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Design research and communication
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Digital and photographic practice
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Advertising and packaging
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Animation and illustration
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Prepress and printing technology
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Professional portfolio development
B.Tech One-Year Top-up
An academic progression route for eligible HND graduates seeking to deepen their design knowledge, research ability and professional practice.
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Advanced design development
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Research and critical inquiry
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Specialised studio practice
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Professional presentation
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Technical refinement
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Creative project development
SPECIALISED CREATIVE PRACTICE
B.Tech Areas of Specialisation
The B.Tech pathway supports focused development across four major areas of contemporary graphic design practice.
Multimedia and Photography
Develop visual narratives through photography, digital imaging, multimedia communication and screen-based creative production.
Advertising and Packaging
Explore campaign development, brand communication, consumer awareness, packaging systems and applied promotional design.
Animation and Illustration
Build skills in drawing, visual storytelling, character development, sequence, motion and illustrative communication.
Prepress and Printing Technology
Connect design decisions with colour management, file preparation, production workflows and contemporary printing processes.
ADVANCED STUDY
Postgraduate Pathways
Advanced study supports deeper investigation, specialist practice, research and professional development in graphic communication and printing.
M.Tech in Graphic Design
An advanced pathway for developing research-informed design practice, critical inquiry and specialised approaches to visual communication.
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Design research
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Advanced visual communication
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Critical and contextual inquiry
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Specialist creative practice
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Professional development
M.Tech in Printing
An advanced pathway focused on printing systems, production processes, technical investigation and the evolving relationship between design and print technology.
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Printing systems
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Production workflows
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Colour and reproduction
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Technical research
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Industry-focused practice
LEARNING THROUGH EXPERIENCE
Perspectives from the Creative Community
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“Studio critique helped me understand that a strong design decision needs clear reasoning. I now research more carefully and develop several directions before selecting a final approach.”
Nana Ama Owusu
B.Tech Graphic Design Student
“The programme has helped me connect drawing, typography and digital tools. I have become more confident in presenting ideas and explaining how they respond to an audience.”
Kojo Mensah
HND Commercial Art Student
“Working through packaging projects taught me to think about structure, production, communication and the experience of the person using the final design.”
Abena Serwaa
Advertising and Packaging Student
“Photography has become more than taking an attractive image. I now think about narrative, lighting, composition, context and how a sequence communicates.”
Yaw Boateng
Multimedia and Photography Student
“The process of sketching, testing movement and refining characters has helped me become more patient and intentional with visual storytelling.”
Esi Armah
Animation and Illustration Student
EVENT GUIDANCE
Frequently Asked Questions
Find clear guidance about anniversary activities, participation and event access. Confirmed schedules, venues and registration details should always be checked through official department communication.
Who can attend anniversary events?
Participation may vary by activity. Some programmes may be intended for students, alumni or invited participants, while others may welcome a wider audience. Check the confirmed information for each event before attending.
Are anniversary activities open to the public?
Not every activity should be assumed to be open to the public. Event-specific information will indicate whether attendance is public, invitation-based or limited to members of the department community.
Where will anniversary activities take place?
Confirmed venues will be published with the official event information. Always check the latest department or university communication before travelling to an event.
Do I need to register before attending?
Some activities may require advance registration while others may allow attendance without registration. The requirement will be stated when the final event details are published.
Can alumni participate in anniversary activities?
Yes, alumni are an important part of the anniversary community. Graduates interested in contributing to exhibitions, conversations, mentorship or other approved activities should contact the department.
How can I contribute work to an exhibition?
Contact the department for approved submission or exhibition guidance. Project requirements, formats and deadlines should be confirmed before submitting any work.
Where will confirmed event dates be published?
Confirmed dates and schedules should be published through the department website, university communication channels or other approved announcements.
Can creative professionals contribute to the programme?
Creative professionals interested in talks, critiques, workshops or other approved collaborations can contact the department to discuss possible participation.
Join the Celebration
Whether you are an aspiring designer, a proud alumnus, or a potential partner, there is a place for you in our creative community.