Comics and Visual Storytelling

STUDY PLAN

<p>The programme offers students the opportunity to learn and grow in an environment that fosters creativity, critical thinking and proficiency of the artistic and narrative techniques required to emerge in the dynamic world of comics and visual design.</p> <p><strong>FIRST YEAR</strong></p> <p>During their first year, students begin by exploring the fundamental tools and techniques from the perspective of design, knowledge, creative and critical thinking, after which they are introduced to the vast world of computer graphics.</p> <p>The first year of this engaging path will focus on learning and developing drawing techniques, providing a solid cultural and historical basis both in the artistic field and in the world of comics. American comics will be examined in detail, exploring their strengths and challenges. Students will also begin learning the necessary skills to become authors, starting with script writing and will continue to refine their skills over the entire three-year period.</p> <p><strong>SECOND YEAR</strong></p> <p>During their second year of studies, students will be immersed in the varied universe of comics and its multifaceted nature, exploring its distinct markets and styles around the globe. The primary emphasis in the first semester will be on Manga and Anime, a world that thrills readers from every corner of the planet. Focus will shift to European comics in the second semester, exploring its invaluable schools and features, in particular Italian and French influences.</p> <p>During the second year, the core emphasis will be on publishing - encompassing both conventional and comic formats - in a module dedicated to printing techniques and the use of materials, including application in the digital world.</p> <p>These themes will be strengthened through theoretical knowledge directed at encouraging critical thinking. Student will learn a vast array of technical skills, comprising manual and digital drawing. Finally, students will delve into the world of motion graphics and artificial intelligence, technologies that are changing the field of visual and narrative art.</p> <p><strong>YEAR THREE</strong></p> <p>The main objective of third year of studies is to optimise and personalise all the knowledge acquired. Special consideration will be devoted to exploring independent Graphic Novels, an area of substantial artistic and narrative importance, and to multimedia design focusing on Self Publishing as an opportunity to learn to independently promote personal works. In addition, the third Script Writing module will explore authorial themes in detail. The final year of studies will be enriched with subjects directed at improving professional skills such as Fundamentals of Cultural Marketing or Kids Development, entirely dedicated to developments in the broad sector of comics aimed at young readers. The course will culminate with various educational activities oriented at helping students prepare for their final exam.</p>