Publication in the Diário da República: Despacho nº 3359/2013 - 01/03/2013
4.5 ECTS; 2º Ano, 1º Semestre, 45,0 T + 3,0 O , Cód. 964438.
Lecturer
- Maria João Bom Mendes dos Santos (2)
(1) Docente Responsável
(2) Docente que lecciona
Prerequisites
Basics of graphic design history and theory.
Objectives
This course aims at:
1. sensitizing students to the role of Design and the designer in our society;
2. developing critical and interventive skills in the design area, particularly in graphic communication.
Program
1. Typography and history of writing;
2. Pioneers of modern typography;
3. Twentieth century typography;
4. Designers who made history (Sebastião Rodrigues and Robin Fior)
5. An overview of the history of graphic design.
Evaluation Methodology
Assessment includes theoretical coursework carried out in class (50% of the final mark) and a final written test (50% of the final mark).
Bibliography
- BLACKWELL, . (1993). La tipografia del siglo XX. Madrid: Editorial Gustavo Gili
- FRASCAR, J. (2004). Communication Design, Principles, Methods and Practice. New York.: Allworth Press
- HELLER & CHWAST, S. (1988). From Victorian to post-modern. London: Thames and Hudson
- JULIER, G. (1997). The thames & Hudson dictionary of 20th century design and designers. London: Thames & Hudson
Teaching Method
Informal lectures, seminars, and tutorials. Lectures are fully illustrated with graphic design materials that are used to promote discussion.
Software used in class
Not applicable.
