Certificate in Advanced Typography: Multilingual (DE424155Q)
Course Code |
QF Level |
QF |
QF Validity Period |
Study Mode |
Duration | |
DE424155Q | 4 | 20/000475/L4 | 15/07/2020 - 31/08/2026 | Part-time | 12 hrs (~1 mths) |
Remarks: |
(1) Fees paid are non-refundable and non-transferable unless the programme is cancelled. |
(2) This course is recognised under the Qualifications Framework (QF Level 4). |
(3) Teaching Language: English (supplemented with Cantonese if necessary) |
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A government subsidy Vplus is available for our part-time students of QF registered programmes, including the abovementioned.
Eligibility: | HK Permanent Resident Identity Card holders |
Reimbursement %: | 60% |
Max. Reimbursement: | HK$36,000 |
Ceiling No. of Prog.: | More than one eligible programme (until used up of the max. reimbursement) |
Application Period: | Within 30 days from the programme commencement |
Programme Objectives
This programme concerns the typographic design of multilingual documents. Complex issues related to the navigation of information arise when two scripts that are linguistically and visually very different need to coexist in the same environment. It will look at the spatial patterns and graphical considerations when a logographic script (Hanzi) is combined with an alphabetic script (Latin). Print, screen and spatial application of multilingual typography will be considered. Principles of multilingual typography will be put into practice, combining aesthetic and digital craft skills using an industry-standard software.
- Describe the issues and theories related to Hanzi–Latin typography;
- Devise effective spatial organisation and graphic cueing systems for multilingual information;
- Make appropriate typographic design decisions for multilingual information based on communication goals, users’ needs and other contextual requirements; and
- Apply aesthetic and digital craft skills related to multilingual typography for different applications using industry-standard software.
Programme Outlines
- Theory of Hanzi-Latin multilingual typography
- Aesthetic and digital craft skills
- Multilingual typographic design practice
- Issues in bilingual typography
- Bilingual spatial patterns and hierarchy
- Digital craft skills 1: Chinese typography settings
- Digital craft skills 2: Grid for multilingual typography
- Detail bilingual typography
Commencement and Application
Intake | 2 |
Commencement | 19 Jun 2021 |
Target Completion | 10 Jul 2021 |
Class Day | Sat |
Class Time | 14:00 - 17:00 |
Venue | Wanchai / Online |
Early Bird Deadline | - |
Online Application | - |
Course Fee
Full Fee | HK$2,940 |
Early Bird Fee (10% off) | HK$2,646 |
bodw+ Member Fee (10% off) (details) |
HK$2,646 |
After Vplus Reimbursement (based on early bird fee) |
HK$1,058 (saved HK$1,588) |
➞ Payment Methods
Remark: Fees paid are non-refundable and non-transferable unless the course is cancelled.
Entry Requirements
Basic Qualification
(a) | - | Five HKDSE subjects at Level 2 or above, including English and Chinese Languages, or equivalent; OR |
- | Five HKCEE subjects at Grade E / Level 2 or above, including English and Chinese Languages, or equivalent; OR | |
- | Completion of a QF Level 3 programme that is deemed acceptable to the respective Programme Board; OR | |
- | Relevant RPL qualification(s) at QF Level 3 or above AND a pass in an entrance assessment, which can be either oral or written; OR | |
- | Other relevant verifiable prior learning and/or work experience that is/are deemed appropriate by respective Programme Board AND a pass in an entrance assessment, which can be either oral or written. | |
(b) | Applicants are required to have at least 1 year of relevant working experience. | |
(c) | Basic knowledge of graphic design (particularly page layout) is highly preferred. | |
(d) | An interview may also be required on a need basis. |
Mature Applicants
Mature applicants, i.e. those aged 21 or above with at least two years’ relevant working experience, can be admitted. Where appropriate, the applicant may be required to pass an entrance assessment, which can be in an oral and/or written form.
Documents Required for Application
1) Completed Application Form (Online)
2) Upload Copy of proof for Academic Qualifications
3) Upload Copy of proof for Working Experience
Contact Us
3928 2777 peec.hkdi@vtc.edu.hk
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HKDI reserves the right to make changes to the schedule, course content and advertised course information.
HKDI保留修改課程內容、上課日期、或其他課程資料的權利。
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