The best thing about graphic design is the opportunity it gives me to express

and explore my own ideas. There are no restrictions on my imagination, it’s a

topic that allows me the freedom to experiment and grow as a designer, with
each experience I have giving me a better understanding of visual
communication and the design process.

I feel I am perfectly suited to this field as I possess intelligence, imagination,

originality and a deep interest and enthusiasm for graphic design. I have the
ability to think creatively, a willingness to experiment and take risks, and can
express my ideas visually.

I am a creative, technical and customer service focused individual who is

organised, has a problem-solving nature and a ‘can-do’ attitude. I possess the
ability to multi-task, can work to tight deadlines, and am flexible enough to react
to developments in culture, concepts and technological change.

On an academic level I am keen and willing to respond to tutorial advice, and

determined to take greater ownership of my own learning through excellent
time management and scheduling. Wherever possible I am proactive, suggest
solutions to problems, offer to take on more responsibility, take the initiative,
and can demonstrate flexibility when situations change.

Simply having a degree nowadays is not enough to start higher up on the career
ladder, so to get that edge I am working part time as a trainee graphic designer
for a company of web developers. This is an excellent opportunity for me to real
hands on experience in a challenging work environment, whilst at the same time
getting ready for university. I work as part of a team with other designers,
copywriters, photographers, account executives, web developers and marketing
specialists. I am involved in interpreting a client’s requirements and then
developing a concept to suit their needs. My role requires me to think creatively
and to produce new ideas and concepts.

At college where I studied Graphic Design at A level, I found the course to be

exceptional both academically and socially. It was great being able to bounce
ideas off friends and teachers to achieve a polished final product. Whilst there I
achieved a high level of success in recognised national design competitions,
which provided a real boost to my confidence levels. My time there allowed me
to learn how to give greater articulation to my graphic designs, and I currently
possess a unique and extensive portfolio of my most recent project work. After
achieving first class grades at college in all my subjects, I am now ready for a
degree level course at university.

My end goal is to one day become a qualified graphic designer. To me the

design industry is full of exciting, challenging careers that involve using excellent
artistic skills to communicate through visual media. For the time being however
I am focused on obtaining a degree qualification and gaining relevant work
experience. I want to enrol on a course that will empower me with the creative
skills and knowledge that will enable me to join and contribute to the exciting,
dynamic and constantly evolving world of media and design.

I would like to study at your university primarily because I feel that your
institution ensures that no student remains anonymous. As well as this the
Graphic Design Degree at your university is superb because it gives students the
chance to mix the old with the really new. Your institution offers students the
full university experience, which includes a unique programme of study, and a
wide range of graphic facilities including; letterpress, screen printing,
printmaking, photographic studios, darkrooms, and Apple Macintosh suites.
Your university is forward thinking and has an excellent reputation within both
the art and design community and the graphic communication industry. I look
forward to any interview stage where will able to discuss my work and ideas,
along with my thoughts on my favourite pieces of design and graphic
designers.”