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LARNACA - CYPRUS

Message from the Principal

It is my pleasure to welcome

dedicated staff. High standards are in place to

you to the new academic

guarantee that whether you are a native of

remain a happy reflection in the lives of all

year. Last year Alexander

Cyprus, or one of our many overseas

our students. Therefore, it remains for me to

College marked its 23rd

students, you will achieve success in your

wish every one of you an enjoyable and

anniversary and saw another

chosen areas of study and enjoy your time

productive stay at the College and hope that,

period of growth and

with us.

development, without diminishing the high

with our support, you will have all your

expectations fulfilled.

standards of care and learning opportunities

Whilst it is of the greatest importance to us to

for which the College has become best known.

make sure that students leave the College

having gained their academic qualifications, it

and that time spent at Alexander College will

All students will benefit from the considerable

is also important that students have

recent investment in the new custom-built

experienced a sense of community and

modern premises, improved facilities and

shared values. Our hope is that friendships

teaching aids, together with the expertise of

will have developed which will remain forever

Andy Loppas
Principal

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Main Campus

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Introduction

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Recognition

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LLB(Hons) Law

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BA(Hons) Criminology

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BA(Hons) Business Management with Accounting & Finance

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BA(Hons) Landscape Architecture

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BA(Hons) Interior Design

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BA(Hons) Fine Arts

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BA(Hons) Fashion

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BA(Hons) Photography

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BA(Hons) Graphic Design

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MSc Business Management

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MA Education

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MA Design (Interior)

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MA Design (Photography)

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MA Design (Graphics)

Creative Short Courses

Please note: any information in this brochure may be subject to change after print.

Study for a UK University degree

in Cyprus!
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Alexander College works in close collaboration with

the University of the West of England (UWE) in Bristol,
to offer you access on to highly competitive UK
Undergraduate and Postgraduate degree courses. The

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courses are delivered at Alexander College right here

in Cyprus (UWE Larnaca Campus) which allows for a
more convenient and considerably less costly student
experience without compromising the standard of your
education. Once you have completed your studies, you
will receive a UK degree from the University of the
West of England. So, now you can study for a UK
degree in Cyprus!

Why study for 4 years when you can

complete your degree in only 3?
All BA(Hons) courses offered in collaboration with the
University of the West of England at Alexander
College have a duration of 3-years full time study
whilst other undergraduate degree courses offered
on the island typically run for 4 years. This ultimately
means lower tuition costs and earlier entry into the
industry of your chosen field plus a degree from the
highest ranking UK University currently offering
degrees in Cyprus!

Alexander College is a partner Institution of:

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UWE Bristol:
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Alexander College:
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RECOGNITION
The KYSATS Recognition Process

UK Degree Courses in Cyprus

The University of the West of England is listed as a recognised

Higher Education Institution by the Department for Education
and Skills (DFES) and is recognised by the Cyprus Council for the
Recognition of Higher Education Qualifications (KYSATS), with the
same status as by DFES in the UK.

Update from the Ministry of Education and Culture:

The basic principle is that overseas qualifications awarded

through franchised/validated courses in Cyprus need to be
submitted for recognition by KYSATS in exactly the same way as
any other overseas qualification.

The British Council, Cyprus has been informed by the Ministry of

Education and Culture that the amendments to local legislation
enacted on 20 January 2010 permitting delivery of courses by EU
higher education institutions (HEIs) by franchise through partner
institutions in Cyprus apply equally to courses validated by EU HEIs.
Therefore UK universities are now clear to set up franchised/validated
courses with Cyprus partner institutions.

Submission of qualifications is discretionary and up to the

individuals holding those qualifications (e.g. if they require
official recognition because they need to use the qualifications
for public sector employment).
Under the new regulations franchised/ Validated courses - such
as the degree courses validated and awarded by the University of
the West of England at Alexander College - will be regarded as
'recognisable' in principle, just like courses delivered in the UK.
Therefore no prior application needs to be made to KYSATS by
the UK Higher Education Institution.

Lesley Humphreys
Public Communications Unit
On behalf of Department for Innovation Universities and Skills

The University of the West of England is a recognised

Institution with the 'Cyprus Council for the Recognition
of Higher Education Qualifications' (KYSATS)
www.kysats.ac.cy
www.britishcouncil.org/cyprus-edu-uk-courses-in-cyprus.htm

UNDERGRADUATE

DEGREES

LLB
LLB(Hons)

LAW

Duration: 3 Years (Full time) | Classes: Morning (Mon-Fri) or Evening (Mon-Thu) | Language of Instruction: English | Entry Requirements: Secondary School
Diploma (Apolyterion) with overall mark of 17.0 or higher + evidence of proficiency in the English language | Age Requirement: 17 on 1st Sep of year of entry

Structure

Assessment

Content:

A variety of assessment methods are used in

Since we appreciate that we live in a rapidly

the programme, ranging from examinations,

changing world and career marketplace we

presentations and project work. Most

keep our course under constant review in

subjects have some element of coursework.

order to be current and relevant. We see this,

There is also a compulsory dissertation in the

as one of the strengths of the education that

final semester.

we offer. Therefore, what is outlined below is

Careers

indicative of the content that will be covered,

but the structure of the programme may
change.

Modules
Year One

This qualification provides a firm foundation

for a wide range of careers. Graduates may
want to go on to train as a barrister or
solicitor, or alternatively they may want to
continue into postgraduate study. Law also
develops key transferable skills that provide

Introduction to Law; Law of Contract 1;

Constitutional Law; Law of Torts 1; English
Legal system; Law of Contract 2; Law of Torts
2; Administrative Law.

an excellent basis for careers not directly lawrelated in say, local government, the police,
the prison service or working with charities.
The skills gained could also lead to a career
in areas as diverse as non-governmental

Year Two

institutions or the private sector.

Family Law; Criminal Law 1; European Union

Course Aims

Law 1; International Law; Succession;

Criminal Law 2; European Union Law 2;

Introduction

Human Rights Law.

The programme encourages in students a

Year Three

good knowledge of substantive law, to think

as practical lawyers and also to reflect upon

Labour Law; Land Law 1; Equity & Trusts

policy, social, political, ethical, philosophical

Commercial Law; Dissertation; Land Law 2;

and cultural contexts in which law operates.

Insurance Law.

This is achieved by the students studying the

Enable the student to acquire knowledge

and understanding of legal principles and
their application
Encourage an enquiring, logical and
critical approach to legal analysis, and an
enthusiasm for learning
Promote practical skills of processing
information, and identifying, formulating
and solving problems

foundation subjects required by the

professions and by the development of a
portfolio of electives designed to draw out
their knowledge of an area of law and to
discuss that area of law in the wider context
in which our laws operate.
By the end of the programme, students will

Teaching and Learning

A variety of learning techniques are used
from the traditional lecture through to more
student-centred approaches such as team

have had a broad legal education and also a

exercises in presentation and research. As

deeper understanding of the changing and

students progress through the programme,

dynamic nature of law and how it operates

self-motivation and confidence are highly

in practice.

encouraged.

Develop the personal competences

required in legal practice or other careers
and activities

THIS LAW DEGREE IS RECOGNISED BY:

BA
BA(Hons)

CRIMINOLOGY
Duration: 3 Years (Full time) | Classes: Morning (Mon-Fri) or Evening (Mon-Thu) | Language of Instruction: English | Entry Requirements: Secondary School
Diploma (Apolyterion) with overall mark of 17.0 or higher + evidence of proficiency in the English language | Age Requirement: 17 on 1st Sep of year of entry

Introduction
Criminology is the study of crime, its impact
upon and relationship with both society and
the individual. This course is rooted in the
social sciences and stresses the subject's
multi-disciplinary nature, focusing on its
links with Sociology, Law, Psychology,
History, Social Policy, Philosophy and Media
studies.
The content of the criminology course
ranges from theories of crime, the
practicalities of the criminal justice system
and the processes involved in doing
research, all of which provide a grounding to
examine the psychology of offenders, youth
crime, white collar crime, the relationship
between drugs and crime to name a few.
Our criminology course gives students an indepth understanding of the real world
realities of crime and criminal justice,
allowing them to apply empirical and
theoretical research effectively. We focus on
the student experience, equip students with
transferable skills and are orientated towards
employment related issues, especially in
regard to working with criminal justice
agencies.

Modules

Teaching and Learning

Year One

Various modes of learning are offered

relevant to practical skills. You will participate
in lectures, seminars, workshops, ICT based
learning technologies, media presentations,
independent project work and reflective
diaries. Teaching is carried out by a team of
experienced, enthusiastic and supportive
lecturers dedicated to translating aspects of
their research into their teaching
programmes.

Modules include Introduction to

criminological theory; Introduction to UK
Criminal Justice; The Individual and Society:
The Life Course; Other People's Lives:
Comparative Sociology.
Year Two

Structure

Modules include: Criminological research

and investigation; Criminal psychology;
Youth Crime; Youth Justice; Drugs and crime;
Social Psychology of Individual and Group
Processes; Policing and Society;
Psychoanalysis and the Sociology of Racism;
Sociology of 'Race' and Ethnicity.

Content:

Year Three

Since we appreciate that we live in a rapidly

changing world and career marketplace, we
keep our course under constant review in
order to be current and relevant. We see
this as one of the strengths of the
education that we offer. Therefore, what is
outlined below is indicative of the content
but will be covered.

Modules include: Critical Criminology;

Criminology Project; Criminal justice
Placement Module; Penology: Prisons and
Punishment; Representations of Crime and
Deviance; Childhood Disorder and
Disordered Childhood Family; Community
and Crime; Social Psychology of Violence
and Crime.

Assessment
Forms of assessment are equally varied and
seek to develop numerous academic and
practical skills. Assessment includes essays,
seminar presentations, timed assignments,
group and individual projects, formal
examinations and literature reviews.

BA
BA(Hons)

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT WITH ACCOUNTING & FINANCE

Duration: 3 years (full time) | Classes: Morning (Mon-Fri) or Evening (Mon-Thu) | Language of Instruction: English | Entry Requirements: Secondary School
Diploma (Apolyterion) with overall mark of 17.0 or higher + evidence of proficiency in the English language | Age Requirement: 17 on 1st Sep of year of entry

Structure

Teaching and learning

Content:

A variety of learning techniques are used from

the traditional lecture through to more
student-centred approaches such as team
exercises in presentation, research, and
assignments. As students progress through
the programme, self-motivation and
confidence are highly encouraged.

Year 1 contains a critical overview of various

contextual elements of Business such as
economics, finance, accounting, marketing,
business law and organisational behaviour.
In Year 2 the focus is upon the economic
environment and strategic business practice
while options pursue an analysis of
globalisation and human resource
management implications. Throughout, the
emphasis is upon critical awareness and the
development of relevant business skills. The
final year will include a research project,
modules which require the integration of the
knowledge gained in the earlier years of
study and the ability. The final year
curriculum also includes a focus on
managing change, both in organisational

Introduction
The BA(Hons) Business Management with
Accounting and Finance will provide you

terms and in terms of your own career.

Modules
Year One

with a current and comprehensive business

education with additional specialist

Marketing; Introduction to Accounting;

knowledge of accounting and finance

Organisational Behaviour; Study Skills;

techniques and applications in the modern

Introduction to Economics & the Business

business world, both nationally and

Environment; Introduction to Business

globally.This degree equips you with the

Finance; Business Law; Information Systems

essential business skills to prepare you for a

Technology.

successful career in a fast paced, complex

and ever changing global economy.

Year Two
Operations Management; Financial Systems
& Auditing; Marketing Intelligence &

9 exemptions

Consumer Behaviour; Taxation; Research

Methods; Human Resource Management;
Small Business Enterprise; Local Economy in

Our Business degree has been awarded

9 exemptions out of the 14 papers
required for the ACCA qualification

the EU Environment.
Year Three
Project Management; Business Planning &

As a consequence we offer a curriculum

Implement; Costing & Budgeting; Managing

that aims to challenge your ways of

Financial Decisions & Financial Resources;

thinking, learning and behaving. Issues of

Financial Reporting; Business Strategy;

ethics and ethical decision-making,

Quality Management; Research Project.

sustainability and global citizenship are

embedded throughout.
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Assessment
You will be assessed through a mix of
coursework and examinations, all of which aim
to assess not only what you know and can do
but also develop the graduate attributes that
are valued by employers. These attributes
include communication and presentation
skills, IT and numeracy skills, team work,
project and time management skills as well as
the intellectual skills of problem solving,
critical thinking, analysis and evaluation,
creativity and innovation.
Coursework comes in many different forms:
essays and reports; business plans and
applied research projects; portfolios and
weekly notes; assessed group and individual
presentations and posters. You will also be
required to reflect and comment on your own
learning and personal development.

BA
BA(Hons)

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
Duration: 3 years (full time) | Classes: Morning (Mon-Fri) or Evening (Mon-Thu) | Entry Requirements: Secondary School Diploma (Apolyterion) or
Foundation Certificate/Diploma or equivalent + evidence of proficiency in the English language | Age Requirement: 17 on 1st Sep of year of entry

Introduction

You will work on studio projects with

This course combines the creative world of

regular contact with architects, interior

design with the energy of the outdoors. It

architects, planners and engineers,

professional landscape architects, and have

brings together art and science, history and

providing you with valuable industry

modern technology and can be applied to a

contacts for your future career in this

range of projects, from courtyard gardens

rapidly growing profession.

to luxury resorts and city spaces. As a

landscape architect, youll have the vision
and capability to transform the spaces

Modules

Year Three
Landscape Architecture Studio 2; Theory
and Criticism of Landscape Architecture and
Garden Design; Professional Practice
Seminar; Final Project (Phase 1); Garden
Maintenance and Management; Sustainable
Urban Environments; Final Project (Phase 2).

Assessment

around you and to help shape our world.

Year One

This course is a professionally accredited

programme that equips you with the skills

Principles of Plant & Soil Science; Plants in

the Landscape; Architecture; Landscape,

for a career in this exciting industry. At the

Architecture and Society; Drawing

work. Most subjects have some element of

heart of the programme is the design

Techniques & Approaches; Landscape

coursework. Studio subjects will deal with

studio, where you will work on the designs

Planting Design 1; Computer Applications

real life projects. There is also a compulsory

for your landscape architecture projects.

in Landscape Architecture; Principles of

Final Project (dissertation) in the final

Further enriching the studio work is a series

Landscape Architecture & Garden Design;

semester.

of lecture-based classes, where youll learn

Historical & Contextual Referencing.

about landscape and environmental design,

the history and theory of landscape

A variety of assessment methods will be

used in the programme, ranging from
examinations to presentations and project

Year Two

architecture, contemporary urbanism,

Site Survey Techniques; Landscape

environmental planning, assessment and

Construction 1;; Landscape Construction 2;

management. You will also improve your

Landscape Architecture Studio 1; Advanced

knowledge of contemporary design

Model Making; Landscape Planting Design

methodology and three-dimensional CAD

2; Architectural Photography; Urban

modelling.

Landscape Approaches.
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BA
BA(Hons)

INTERIOR DESIGN
Duration: 3 years (full time) | Classes: Morning (Mon-Fri) or Evening (Mon-Thu) | Entry Requirements: Secondary School Diploma (Apolyterion) or
Foundation Certificate/Diploma or equivalent + evidence of proficiency in the English language | Age Requirement: 17 on 1st Sept of year of entry

modules that build into a coherent study of

the craft and discipline of Interior Design
as both a two and three dimensional
activity.

Structure
Content:
Year one introduces the field of Interior
Design and creative thinking as a means of
generating ideas. Modules focus on
drawing, design concepts, technical and
aesthetic principles essential to
understanding space planning, colour,
materials and form in the built
environment.

Introduction
The course is a well balanced mix of
practice and theory and construction
technology. Interior Design is primarily
concerned with the manipulation and
creation of spaces in a communicative way
that combines ideas, facts, sensations,
feelings and emotions. Our definition of
Interior Design is very broad: visual imagery
through drawing, collage, mixed media or
3-D based models. Tuition is based upon
lectures, tutorials, seminars, self-directed
study and one-to-one individual tutorials
supported by informative feedback
sessions. The course consists of a series of

In the second year skills are developed

further and you will begin to identify areas
that are of particular interest to you.
Projects will embrace a range of interiors
and environments related to the home,
leisure, work and media. Themes on special
harmony, lighting, acoustics and safety
applied to both new and/or the restoration/
re-use of historic structures will be
explored.
Year three provides space for creativity,
individuality and development. Both set
and personal project work is undertaken.
Professional Practice helps prepare you for
the world of work. At the end of the year
you will have a professional portfolio of
work which you will exhibit in the Final
Show.

Modules
Year One
Design Method & Sketching; Design
Principles; Drawing Techniques &
Approaches; Historical & Contextual
Referencing; Design & Function; Computer
Applications in Interior Design; Building
Anatomy; Properties of 3D Materials.
Year Two
Advanced Model Making; Visual & Personal
Presentation; Interior Design; Professional
Practice; Architectural Photography;
Decorative Textiles & Fabrics; Self Directed
Brief.
Year Three
Exhibition & Retail Design; Major Project;
Critical Study; Design Futures; Professional
Practice & Development.

Teaching and Learning

The course is distinctive because it is a
challenging mix of 2D and 3D work, using
computer aided design and material
manipulation to develop creative ideas and
solutions taught by dedicated staff. The
Department has a fun, friendly atmosphere
where creativity is nurtured and students and
staff enjoy excellent working relationships.
Interaction between students from all
courses is encouraged by common projects,
social events and educational visits. Interior
Architecture students are viewed as a crucial
part of a community of designers all with a
common interest in Art and Design.

Assessment
A variety of assessment methods are used
including projects, essays, group
presentations and visual presentation.
There are no exams. Critical evaluations are
written throughout the course. In these,
students are expected to critique and
analyse their own work and also relate it to
the broader context and history of interior
design practice.

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BA
BA(Hons)

FINE ARTS

Duration: 3 years (full time) | Classes: Morning (Mon-Fri) or Evening (Mon-Thu) | Entry Requirements: Secondary School Diploma (Apolyterion)
or Foundation Certificate/Diploma or equivalent + evidence of proficiency in the English language | Age Requirement: 17 on 1st Sep of year of entry

progressing work at a greater dept. You will

be increasingly expected to consider the
presentation of your work towards the final
Degree Show exhibition.
Students are encouraged to test out modes
of installation and dissemination through
group critiques, exhibiting opportunities,
and seeking out appropriate research and

Structure
Year One:
You will take part in structured projects,

references through regular visits to

galleries, museums and exhibitions which
relate to their practices.

Teaching and Learning

workshops and lectures that will introduce

a range of ideas and approaches to fine

All modules are assessed according to the

arts practice. You will also begin to develop

level of attainment of pre-determined

a self-directed practice in your chosen area

learning outcomes. Critical evaluations are

of study.

Introduction
The Fine Arts course is a studio based fine
art programme for students who wish to
develop an individual studio practice based
on their interests and concerns in relation
to the issues and debates that are relevant
to contemporary art practice. This practice,
which is in one or a combination of media
areas - including painting, sculpture,

written throughout the course and you are

expected to critique and analyse your own

All Fine Arts students are required to take

work; relate it to the broader context and

the 20 credit Introduction to Visual Culture

history of fine art practice.

module in the first semester which enables

them to question and discuss ideas and

Assessment

begin to understand theoretical issues and

historical contexts in relation to their

A variety of assessment methods are used,

practice.

including projects, essays, group

presentations and visual presentation.

Year Two:

installation, print and time-based and

You will continue to develop your practice

digital media - is developed with support

and undertake research into relevant

and guidance from tutors. Students are

traditions, artists practices, theory and

encouraged to form an understanding of

professional practice. Throughout the year

the relationship of contemporary and

group critiques, tutorials, exhibiting

historical visual art practices to their own

opportunities and visits to galleries and

and become able to evaluate those

museums will encourage you to discuss

methods as their own work develops.

Students are encouraged to present their

your work in progress with your tutors and

peers. A complimentary Developing

work in group critiques and exhibition

Research and Professional Practice module

opportunities and form an active and

also provides further awareness of

supportive peer group. In the final year,

professionalism and the development of

students continue to develop their art

key skills taught through a series of

practice towards an end of year exhibition.

workshops and lectures.

Year Three:
You will continue to develop your studio
practice and work towards the final degree
show. Group critiques and tutorials will
focus on issues arising from individual
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BA
BA(Hons)

FASHION

Duration: 3 years (full time) | Classes: Morning (Mon-Fri) or Evening (Mon-Thu) | Entry Requirements: Secondary School Diploma (Apolyterion)
or Foundation Certificate/Diploma or equivalent + evidence of proficiency in the English language | Age Requirement:17 on 1st Sep of year of entry

Introduction

Structure

Assessment

This course takes a broad view of the

Fashion and Textiles industries and their
practices while producing specialists with
the flexibility to work within multi-faceted
teams. Emphasis is placed on research and
design development. The presentation of
work is also of paramount importance.

Year One:

Students are assessed on a body of work

appropriate to a set brief, including mainly
practical and some written work, and there are
no formal examinations.

You will design and manufacture all of your

own work, supported by a range of
technical resources and skilled technical
staff. This will prepare you for a range of
outcomes at the end of the final year which
will be the result of application and
knowledge acquired in key areas of fashion
design, textiles and fashion communication.
Some of these key areas may include:
Designing a collection and making fabric
and garments from these, considering
the styling and presentation of the work
through catwalk and illustration
Producing magazines, films,
photographs, illustrations, websites and
other related work with content based
around analysis of the figure within a
contemporary fashion context
Developing a range of fabrics which may
include screen printing, digital print,
embroidery, laser cutting, stitch and knit
or a more multi-disciplinary approach
incorporating elements of one or more of
the above.
Designing a collection that focuses on
the contemporary nature of fashion
which is strong in pattern cutting and
construction and considers the styling
and presentation of the work through
film, photography catwalk and
illustration.
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The first year concentrates on learning how

to research and develop design work
suitable for Fashion and its related areas as
well as the acquisition of a range of
appropriate skills. Emphasis is placed on
innovation and experimentation. The year
finishes with project work where the
outcomes are focused on industry.
Year Two:
In year 2, individual and group work builds
the students confidence to be able to
design and produce work for specified
markets. Many of the students spend time
on work and possible study placements in
the second semester.
Year Three:
The final year amalgamates a broad and
experimental approach to design with a
clear understanding of industry
requirements and standards. Students will
produce a large body of individually
directed work appropriate to a market.
Professional practice hones their skills in
presentation to provide focus beyond their
degree and bridge the transition into
employment.

Teaching and Learning

Lectures, seminars, one-to-one and group
tutorials, group work, cross-level
collaboration, workshops and
demonstrations.

Course Aims
To develop knowledge and understanding of
fashion and textiles as a subject discipline
through practical and contextual research
and exploration;
To develop an innovative approach to the
development and realisation of a body of
work appropriate to fashion through a
thorough understanding and practice of the
research process
To demonstrate an understanding of the
interrelationship between the demands of
industry and the realisation of garments,
fabrics and imagery appropriate to that
industry;
To implement a process of critical reflection,
analysis and evaluation in the development
of practice;
To develop the intellectual, critical , technical,
practical and key/transferable skills
appropriate to the discipline within an
educational and professional context;
To gain the transferable skills necessary to be
able to work effectively and creatively in the
fashion/textile and/or associated creative
and cultural industries.

BA
BA(Hons)

PHOTOGRAPHY
Duration: 3 Years (Full Time) | Classes: Morning (Mon-Fri) or Evening (Mon-Thu) | Entry Requirements: Secondary School Diploma (Apolyterion) or
Foundation Certificate/Diploma or equivalent + evidence of proficiency in the English language | Age Requirement: 17 on 1st Sep of year of entry

Alongside the project work are practical

Assessment

workshops in film processing, black and

white and colour printing, studio practice,

All modules are assessed according to the

digital photography. Photoshop and larger

level of attainment achieved in relation to

format cameras are available to students.

the specific learning outcomes of that

Year Two:

module. A variety of assessment methods

are used including assessment by presented

In the second year you will further develop

project work, research, presentations and

your creative practice through tutorial-led

essays. Students are expected to critique

project work and continue with

their own work and relate it to the broader

Photographic Discourse and Visual Culture

context and history of photography.

seminars. All students undertake a

Professional Practice/Portfolio
Development module which provides you
with an understanding of the basic
principles of finance, law, employment and
business skills as they apply to
photographic practitioners. You will also
have the opportunity to study abroad or
undertake work experience.
Year Three:

Introduction
This practice and research-led course
provides a challenging environment in
which to develop your individual potential
within a broad range of contemporary
photographic practices. The course will
develop your confidence and skills in
preparation for entry into the working
environment and/or postgraduate study.

Structure

You will undertake self-directed project and

research work that reflects your own
ambitions beyond undergraduate study.
This will be negotiated with and supported
by the academic staff. You will be expected
to combine your creative practice with a
high level of critical reflection culminating
in the presentation of a substantial body of
creative and written work.
Your portfolio (where appropriate) will be
further developed to meet the high

Year One:

requirements of professional practice but as

In the first year you will be introduced to a

expected to work co-operatively with your

well as working autonomously you will be

range of practical and academic skills which

peer group involving yourself in peer-

test your preconceptions of photography

evaluation and any group exhibition of your

and your own approach to the medium.

degree work.

You will take project modules alongside

practical workshops including digital and

Teaching and Learning

film camera use, film processing, black and

white and colour printing, studio practice,

The principal teaching and learning method

Photoshop, video, software for page layout,

used is the Tutor Group which meets

silk-screen printing, lithography and other

weekly to discuss student work and other

specialist print disciplines. You will also

course related issues. You will also be

study modules in Visual Culture and

taught through lectures, seminars and

Photographic Discourse.

practical workshops.
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BA
BA(Hons)

GRAPHIC DESIGN
Duration: 3 years (full time) | Morning (Mon-Fri) or Evening (Mon-Thu) | Entry Requirements: Secondary School Diploma (Apolyterion) or Foundation
Certificate/Diploma or equivalent + evidence of proficiency in the English language | Age Requirement:17 on 1st Sep of year of entry

Structure

Teaching and Learning

Content:

The learning and teaching strategy is

designed to challenge existing methods of
generating ideas and problem solving by
setting briefs that stimulate creative
thinking and encourage risk taking. Each
brief sets out a specific design problem and
will be taught through lectures, seminars,
practical demonstrations, one-to-one
tutorials, critiques and self-guided study. All
of the above take place in a lively
atmosphere within the departments design
studios and computer labs.

Years 1 and 2 encourage students to think

creatively by generating ideas for a wide
range of graphic design projects covering
corporate identity, packaging, advertising,
direct mail and other forms of print based
media. Drawing techniques and approaches
enable students to develop their visual
thinking and creativity by exploring various
materials and mark-making techniques.
Students also learn to develop the use of
visual language and communication in
solving problems and explore the
relationship between words and image.
Computer lessons are scheduled to
enhance the studio work and contextual
studies relates to industry practice and
theory.

Introduction
This course will enable you to explore the
changing concept of graphic design and
the role of the graphic designer in society
and the professional world. In its many
forms, graphic design makes an increasing

In Year 3, students work on personal

projects and competition briefs which are
exhibited in the Final Show and contribute
to their portfolio of work, ready for job
interviews.

contribution to the cultural and economic

Modules

life of contemporary society. It exists in the

Year One

public domain, is an indicator of current

cultural thinking and is a catalyst for social,
cultural and political change.
We offer students the unique opportunity
to study on one of the most well
established Graphic Design courses on the
island, taught by a highly committed
professional teaching team. Over time, the
course has gained a strong reputation with
its students.The lecturers on the Graphic
Design team have all worked in the design
industry before moving into education and
have a wealth of commercial experience in
all aspects of Graphic Design. The staff
contribute a diverse range of specialist
knowledge of corporate identity,
advertising, magazine design, packaging,
typography and web design, combined
with technical skills such as computers and
photography.
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Ideas Generation; Historical and Contextual

Referencing; Computer Applications in Art
and Design; Drawing Techniques and
Approaches; Corporate Identity;
Fundamental Typography; Visual
Communication; Advertising Campaigns.
Year Two
Packaging in Graphic Design; Editorial
Design; Interactive Media Presentation and
Screen Design; Professional Design Studies;
Advertising Photography; Cultural
Interpretation in Graphic; Second Year Final
Project.
Year Three
Self Directed Brief; External Design Brief;
Joint Ventures; Professional Practice;
Advanced Theories and Practices; Final
Major project.

Assessment
A variety of assessment methods are used
including projects, essays, group
presentations and visual presentation.
There are no exams. Critical evaluations are
written throughout the course. In these,
students are expected to critique and
analyse their own work and also relate it to
the broader context and history of graphic
design practice.

POSTGRADUATE

DEGREES

MSc
Introduction

Course Aims
A range of methods will be used from case

The MSc Business Management course

studies and seminars. An appropriate

provides a broad-based education necessary

balance of group and individual activity is

for current or aspiring senior managers by

provided that promotes independent

building the necessary holistic perspective

learning, but also encourages shared

upon any business subject.

Modules
The course is composed of 8 modules worth
15 credit points each and a final project
which is worth 60 credit points. Modules
include:

experiences and developing inter-personal

Managing People and organizations;

Environment; Research Methods; Managing
Finance; Project Management + two

integrated perspective of business,

organizations and management.
Provide the knowledge needed to

clarity of feedback to enable students to

explore, interpret, evaluate and analyse

analyse their own development and identify

the business, financial, marketing and

their own learning needs.

human resource issues within a

In all modules, students are encouraged to

fully use all the learning resources available

management context.
Balance thorough coverage of
fundamental management principles with

learning and development and recognise

exposure to innovative and challenging

the need for reflection that will lead to

ideas in a rigorous programme and

deeper learning and therefore commit to a

develop an understanding of how key

lifelong learning process.

management decisions are made in

electives from the following: Managing

Marketing; Accounting (Corporate

Develop a strategic, holistic and

skills. Substantial emphasis is given to the

to them, take responsibility for their own

Business Analysis; Managing in the Global

The programme aims to:

Assessment

Reporting); Delivering Customer Value

organizations;
Develop independent critical and

through Marketing; Governance Risk and

Forms of assessment are equally varied and

evaluative skills that can be used to apply

Ethics

seek to develop numerous academic and

independent judgment to management

practical skills. Assessment includes essays,

situations and analyse complex issues and

seminar presentations, timed assignments,

recommend and use appropriate

group and individual projects and

techniques for handling them.

Teaching and Learning

The use of theoretical frameworks to

examinations.

understand business and management

situations are encouraged; students will

Graduation Requirements

develop transferable intellectual skills and

the ability to communicate using a variety of

To achieve the MSc degree award in Business

media, to argue rationally, analytically and

Management, students are required to

critically and to work as a team member or

complete all modules earning a total of 180

leader. The intensive model of teaching

credits. To achieve the Postgraduate Diploma

means that students develop these skills as

award, students are required to complete all

they progress through the programme

modules in the first two semesters, earning a

rather than through a specific module.

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total of 120 credits.

MA
MA

EDUCATION

Duration: 12 months (Full time) | Classes: Evening (Mon-Thu) | Language of Instruction: English | Entry Requirements: Degree from an accredited
University + evidence of proficiency in the English language | Age Requirement: 21 before 31 Dec of the year of entry

Introduction

Teaching and Learning

Modules

The MA in Education (Leadership) course is

designed for individuals from diverse
educational backgrounds seeking to
improve their educational skills and gain
an in-depth knowledge of effective
leadership. The basis of this course, is to
develop high standard educational leaders
that possess the qualities necessary to lead
their own educational institutions or
departments effectively and actively
contribute within their society, country and
the education system in general.

In addition to scheduled lectures, a range

of student-centred learning approaches will
be employed including team exercises,
research, problem solving, group and
individual presentation etc. As students
progress through the programme, learning
techniques will become broader and more
varied to facilitate self-motivation and selfconfidence.

Modules include:

Graduates of this course will be able to

apply their leadership skills to the everchanging educational environment. Thus,
the availability of educational leaders with
adequate skills, knowledge and the ability
to lead and innovate is an unquestionable
necessity.

Assessment

Foundation of Learning; Curriculum

Leadership; School Management; Curriculum
Development and Policy, Developing
Leadership for Early Childhood; Decision
Making, Leadership and Motivation;
Managing Educational Change; Leading,
Managing and Developing People, Leading
and Evaluating Change; Leading and
Managing Quality; Groups and Teamwork;
Research Methods in Education.

The course will be assessed through

coursework and exams. Final percentage
grades will be awarded at the end of each
module based on pre-determined criteria
and outcomes.

Graduation Requirements
To achieve the Postgraduate Diploma, all
modules in the first two semesters must be
completed for a total of 120 credits. The
MA degree award, requires an additional 60
credits by also completing modules in
semester 3 to earn a total of 180 credits.
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MA
and provide opportunities to explore in
depth the links between practice and
theory.
Seminars and group tutorials provide
opportunities for dialogue and interaction
between other supervisors and students
and are used to collectively review work in
progress, discuss findings and debate
issues.
Throughout the semester, presentations,
seminars and specialist workshops by
visiting lecturers from different sectors of
the industry will expose students to the
current debates that inform contemporary
practice.
Semester Two:

Structure

In Semester 2, students will undertake two

units; External Practice and Professional

The programme is offered in full time (12

months) mode and leads to the award of a
Masters degree in Design-Interior. To be
eligible for the award of a Postgraduate

Practice. Students who successfully

complete all modules at this stage will be
eligible for the Postgraduate Diploma
award.

Diploma or a Masters Degree, a student

must undertake the following:

Semester Three:

Semester One:

The Final Project in semester 3 is the

culmination of studies and will form an

During the first semester of the MA, full-time

students will undertake three modules;
Cultural and Social Interpretation, Research
Methodology and Conceptual Exploration.
These units provide inter-connected
'streams' of study that serve to integrate
theoretical and research methodologies with
practice-based work and introduces students
to the theoretical debates that inform
contemporary practice and establish study at
Masters level.
At the beginning of the semester students
will be allocated a personal supervisor
according to their research aspirations and
subject area. Regular individual tutorials with
their supervisor throughout their studies will
support the development of their research
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exposition of the central ideas and

semester to achieve a total of 120 credits. To

achieve the MA Design degree award in
Interior, students will be required to
complete all taught modules (120 credits) in
the first and second semesters and also the
Final Project (60 credits) in semester 3,
earning a total of 180 credits.

Course Aims
To offer a creative environment in which
students can pursue a project of selfdirected study and the systematic
production of a body of work on a topic
of specific interest within the fields of art,
craft, design and media practice.
To promote in-depth rigorously
conducted research to ensure that
students are able to contextualise their
own work in relation to the leading edge
practice in their specialist field of study.
To establish a cross-disciplinary
postgraduate community enabling a
critical dialogue to enhance innovation
by expanding boarders and breaking
down boundaries between creative
individuals and practices.
To support students with the means for
establishing and understanding the place
of their own project within the context of
relevant and contemporary professional
debate and future practice.

concepts developed throughout the MA. It

must achieve a resolution to previous
project units and demonstrate evidence of
advanced technical, conceptual and
theoretical capability over an extended
period of self-directed study. During the
unit students may pursue further
engagement with the creative industries or
undertake a work placement if they wish to
expand their postgraduate research within
the professional field.

Graduation Requirements
To achieve the Postgraduate Diploma,
students will be required to complete all
taught modules in the first and second

To provide students with the opportunity

for extended critical debate, a high
degree of critical reflection and
integration of theoretical and practical
concerns as part of the realisation of an
ambitious body of work.

MA
MA

DESIGN (PHOTOGRAPHY)
Duration: 12 months (Full time) | Classes: Evening (Mon-Thu) | Language of Instruction: English | Entry Requirements: Degree from an accredited
University + portfolio of relevant work + evidence of proficiency in the English language | Age Requirement: 21 before 31 Dec of the year of entry

expected to identify, develop and manage

their own MA project and further develop the
skills needed for autonomy of research.
Through a proactive relationship with their
tutors, students will lead their project work
and be supported by staff through
consultative and advisory tutorial guidance.

Assessment
Assessment of knowledge, skills and
understanding will be undertaken through
course work and project-based study. This
includes oral presentations, group criticism of
work and essays, practical outcomes,
continuous coursework, critical review, study
plan, post graduate learning agreements,
reports, portfolios and verbal/visual

Introduction
This course is ideal for inventive, well
motivated students who enjoy
photography, digital imaging problem
solving, conceptual exploration and have a
flair and enthusiasm for digital imaging in
general.
The MA Design-Photography course is a
taught, practice-based programme
enabling students to develop digital
photographic and filming skills and apply
them to self-generated projects. Students
will be trained to deal with complex and
challenging issues systematically,
analytically and creatively.
The course aims to develop intellectual and
practical knowledge of advanced
Photography and film. Projects are
designed to confront students, but also to
analyse and develop their photography and
film skills. The students will deal with
superior elements of art and photography

Upon successful completion of the

presentations. Final percentage grades will be

programme, students will be methodically

awarded at the end of each module based on

versed in digital imaging tools, terms and

pre-determined criteria and outcomes.

verbal/visual presentations. Final percentage

techniques; including workflow strategies,

colour management applications and
current business practices; making our
graduates highly employable and prepared
for the rigors of contemporary digital
image making industry. Graduates of this
course will be able to work in photography
and/or film studios; coordinate and
manage digital facilities and teach in
schools and workshops; and be on the
technical, aesthetic and conceptual
forefront of digital imaging.

grades will be awarded at the end of each

module based on pre-determined criteria and
outcomes.

Graduation Requirements
To achieve the Postgraduate Diploma,
students will be required to complete all
taught modules in the first and second
semester to achieve a total of 120 credits. To
achieve the MA Design degree award in
Photography, students will be required to
complete all taught modules (120 credits) in

Modules

the first and second semesters and also the

Cultural & Social Interpretation; Research

Final Project (60 credits) in semester 3,

Methodology; Conceptual Exploration;

earning a total of 180 credits.

Professional Practice; External Practice; Final

Project

Teaching and Learning

such as creative image making, colour,

The MA Design-Photography course is

spatial awareness, composition and

supported by seminars, tutorials,

concept development and will be

workshops, studio practice, work in

encouraged to be original, questioning and

progress sessions, field trips and critiques.

challenging.

At postgraduate level, the student is

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MA
MA

DESIGN (GRAPHICS)
Course Duration: 12 months (Full time) | Classes: Evening (Mon-Thu) | Entry Requirements: Degree from an accredited University + portfolio
of relevant work + evidence of proficiency in the English language | Age Requirement: 21 before 31 Dec of the year of entry

Structure
The programme is offered in full time (12
months) mode and leads to the award of a
Masters degree in Design-Graphics. To be
eligible for the award of a Postgraduate
Diploma or a Masters Degree, a student
must undertake the following:
Semester One:
During the first semester of the MA, full-time
students will undertake three modules;
Cultural and Social Interpretation, Research
Methodology and Conceptual Exploration.
These units provide inter-connected
'streams' of study that serve to integrate
theoretical and research methodologies with
practice-based work. It introduces students
to the theoretical debates that inform
contemporary practice and establish study at
Masters level.
At the beginning of the semester students
will be allocated a personal supervisor
according to their research aspirations and
subject area. Regular individual tutorials with
their supervisor throughout their studies will
support the development of their research
and provide opportunities to explore in
depth the links between practice and theory.
Seminars and group tutorials provide
opportunities for dialogue and interaction
between other supervisors and students and
are used to collectively review work in
progress, discuss findings and debate issues.
Throughout the semester, presentations,
seminars and specialist workshops by
visiting lecturers from different sectors of the
industry will expose students to the current
debates that form contemporary practice.

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Semester Two:
In Semester 2, students will undertake two
units; External Practice and Professional
Practice. Students who successfully
complete all modules at this stage will be
eligible for the Postgraduate Diploma
award.
Semester Three:
The Final Project in semester 3 is the
culmination of studies and will form an
exposition of the central ideas and
concepts developed throughout the
programme. Students must achieve a
resolution to previous project units and
demonstrate evidence of advanced
technical, conceptual and theoretical
capability over an extended period of selfdirected study. During the unit students
may pursue further engagement with the
creative industries or undertake a work
placement if they wish to expand their
postgraduate research within the
professional field.

Graduation Requirements
To achieve the Postgraduate Diploma,
students will be required to complete all
taught modules in the first and second
semester to achieve a total of 120 credits.
To achieve the MA Design degree award in
Graphics, students will be required to
complete all taught modules (120 credits)
in the first and second semesters and also
the Final Project (60 credits) in semester 3,
earning a total of 180 credits.

Course Aims
To offer a creative environment in which
students can pursue a project of selfdirected study and the systematic
production of a body of work on a topic
of specific interest within the fields of art,
craft, design or media practice.
To promote in-depth rigorously
conducted research to ensure that
students are able to contextualise their
own work in relation to the leading edge
practice in their specialist field of study.
To establish a cross-disciplinary
postgraduate community enabling a
critical dialogue to enhance innovation by
expanding borders and breaking down
boundaries between creative individuals
and practices.
To support students with the means of
establishing and understanding the place
of their own project within the context of
relevant and contemporary professional
debate and future practice.
To provide students with the opportunity
for extended critical debate, a high
degree of critical reflection and
integration of theoretical and practical
concerns as part of the realisation of an
ambitious body of work.

CREATIVE
SHORT COURSES

Course Duration: 90 Hours | Classes: Evening, once a week | Language of Instruction: English | Entry Requirements: High school diploma
(Apolyterion) preferable but not compulsory | Age Requirement: 16+

DRAWING TECHNIQUES & APPROACHES

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY

COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN ART & DESIGN

WEB DESIGN

Visual thinking and creativity is fundamental to all design work.

This module enables students to experiment with drawing
approaches and techniques in order to broaden their
experience and understanding of visual language. Students will
use materials and media which are specific to design, as well as
unusual materials and media which will extend their visual
language and creativity.

This module instructs the fundamental principles that support

digital photographic technologies used in professional practice.
Students will gain a thorough practical and theoretical
knowledge and skills of a range of applications of digital
photographic techniques.

This module introduces students to the creative potential of the

computer in the context of 2D design and provides them with
the opportunity to explore software and its relevance to
different areas. The aim is to provide an overview of a variety of
painting, drawing, typographic and desktop publishing
software. The combination of traditional and digital design
practices all lead to innovative presentations.

The Web Design module enables students to produce interactive

web pages that have multimedia content. The key areas covered
range from the creation of HTML (Hypertext Markup Language)
code through to the inclusion of Java applets to enhance web
page design and production.

Creative short courses take place one evening a week and are ideal for
industry professionals seeking to extend their knowledge/skills and also
for individuals who are simply interested in learning about a specific
area of art and design.

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