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Certificate in Advanced Typography: Multilingual

Hong Kong Design Institute (HKDI)
Hong Kong Design Institute (HKDI)
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Programme Code
DE424155Q
Subject Area
Art & Design
Programme Type
Certificate
Offering Institution
Hong Kong Design Institute (HKDI)
Contact Hours
12
Duration
12 Hour(s)
QF Level
4
QF Credits
6
QF Registration No.
20/000475/L4
QF Registration Validity Period
2020.07.15-2026.08.31
Please contact peec.hkdi@vtc.edu.hk for the details of class commencement date

Highlights
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. 


Programme Content
- Theory of Hanzi-Latin multilingual typography
- Aesthetic and digital craft skills
- Multilingual typographic design practice


Intended Learning Outcome
Upon completion of the programme, learners will be able to:
- 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.


Remark:

  • Students are required to bring their own laptop (installed with Adobe InDesign) to the classes.
  • Classes may go online depending on the situation of the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Students are recommended to have a printer (any models) if the classes are delivered online.

 

Please visit PEEC website for details https://hkdi.edu.hk/en/peec/peec_programme.php?peec_programme=certificate-in-advanced-typography-multilingual

 

Remark:
This course is recognised under the Qualifications Framework (QF Level [4]).
 

Enrollment

  1. Press the “Apply Online” button at the right-top corner of this page
  2. Complete the Online Application Form
  3. Upload the supporting documents required (e.g. for academic qualifications and work experiences)
  4. Settle the tuition fee (by bill payment via online banking or ATM; or by a crossed cheque payable to “Vocational Training Council”)
  5. Submit the cheque or proof of the bill payment.
    • Bill Payment proof: ATM receipt or online payment confirmation (PDF or screencap; should include the bank name, payment status, transaction date, paid amount, and bill account code); can be submitted by email.
    • Cheque: write down your full name and the programme title on the back

Payment Methods and Bill Account Codes

 

Notes for Applicants:

  1. It is necessary for applicants to supply their personal data and to provide all the information required in the application documents, as otherwise, the Institute may be unable to process and consider their applications.
  2. To study in Hong Kong, all non-local applicants are required to obtain a student visa issued by the Immigration Department of the HKSAR Government, except for those admitted to Hong Kong for employment or as dependants, who do not need prior approval before taking up part-time studies. It is the responsibility of individual applicants to make appropriate visa arrangements. Admission to an HKDI programme/workshop does not guarantee the issue of a student visa. Applicants may wish to note that part-time courses are generally not considered by the Immigration Department for visa purposes.
  3. Fees paid are non-refundable and non-transferrable.
  4. Early Bird Discount will be counted on the postmark date (for cheque) or the transaction date (for bill payment).
  5. Commencement of classes depends on enrollment or other unexpected circumstances. The Institute reserves the right to make changes to the schedule, programme content, mode of teaching, and other advertised programme information. The Institute also reserves the right to cancel a course if there is insufficient number of enrollments.
  6. The information provided in the form will be used by VTC for admission, academic and programme administration, research, statistical, and marketing (including direct marketing) purposes.
  7. Assignments and works of students (in any formats, e.g. photos, videos, printouts, etc; including activities in and outside the classroom) may be used for teaching and marketing (including direct marketing) purposes.

 

Tel: 3928 2777 Email: peec.hkdi@vtc.edu.hk

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