Course Purpose and Objectives:
LCE 111 is a three-hour per week, 4-ECTS credit (European Credits Transfer and Accumulation System) required degree level course that concentrates on the learning of English for Academic Purposes (EAP). LCE 111 is particularly designed to support students’ studies by developing their English language to an academic level, equivalent to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for languages level B1-B2. This course, based on the blended learning approach, aims to familiarize students with authentic reading material related to academic topics and specific topics related to their field of study (Multimedia and Graphic Arts). This material is used to acquaint students with note-taking when listening to a lecture or a talk, as well as summary and writing styles, such as describing a painting and comparing and contrasting computer animation. It also aims at developing students’ listening and speaking skills by taking an active part in tasks such as conversations and oral presentations, based on real life situations in the Multimedia and Graphic Arts situations. Furthermore, the teaching methodology used focuses on the development of students’ academic and digital literacy skills.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Participate in different forms of communication at CEFR A2-B1 level  ​​(production and understanding of spoken language) that reflect to authentic situations of students’ social and student life, in situations related to their future careers (workplace, tasks, short biography of artists), and participation in scenarios and roles.
• Understand written English texts about the graphic arts and multimedia
• Have developed adequate individual, academic research skills to fulfill their respective obligations in the Graphic Arts and Multimedia curriculum.
• Have developed 21st century skills such as communication and information and technology (ICT) skills, collaboration, creativity, innovation, critical thinking, intercultural awareness, and skills aimed at independent, autonomous and lifelong learning.

Course Purpose and Objectives:

LCE 112 is a three-hour per week, 3-credit, required degree level course that concentrates on the learning of English for Specific Academic Purposes.  LCE112 is particularly designed to meet the needs of university students studying in the field of Multimedia and Graphic Arts.  This course intends to familiarise the students with relevant reading material.  This material will be used to acquaint the students with writing styles, such as process analysis, comparison and contrast, advantages and disadvantages, and analysis and evaluation of posters, leaflets, websites, etc. Furthermore, learners are expected to develop their listening comprehension and speaking fluency by taking an active part in discussion, giving oral presentations, defending their opinion etc. They are expected to develop sufficient range of language, phonological control and sociolinguistic awareness to be able to express themselves with a degree of clarity, fluency and spontaneity.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Participate in discussions of general topics and specific to their discipline (Multimedia and Graphic Arts) for purposes.
• Prepare and deliver oral presentations on subjects related to their field of study, such as effective use of design elements and principles, brochure evaluation, posters, websites, etc.
• Write and present evaluations/critiques (poster, booklet, website, book, etc.).
• Report comparison and contrast, advantages and disadvantages and description of a process.
• Create a bibliography based on the American Psychological Association's (APA) reference style and be able to correctly reference and cite the sources used to their work.
• Use the library to find material about their field of study.
• Use technology tools (Moodle, online library search, internet search, online dictionaries) to do various language-related activities.
• Use dictionaries (online and printed) and learn new vocabulary on the topics studied.

Prerequisites:  LCE 111 English for Multimedia and Graphic Arts Ι

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The aim of the course is to familiarize students with various materials and for Students to understand the basic components of composition, while developing skills for their effective implementation, both technically and conceptually.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Identify the painting as a composition.
• Distinguish a composition in its constituent parts and interpret it conceptually.
• Examine the composition of a synthesis with different ways.
• Use different materials to create a composition.
• Create visual data and be able to transfer them on a particular surface.

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The aim of the course is to introduce to the students the basic methods of two-dimensional design through the process and manipulation of the fundamental materials of graphic design. The course examines and analyses the basic elements and principles of two-dimensional design such as: geometric & typographic elements, tone, form, the inter-relationship of space-figure, unity, emphasis point, scale / ratio, rhythm and balance. Students have the opportunity to experiment with the combination, synthesis and deconstruction of graphic elements through practical projects. It introduces graphic communication as well as it investigates the ways in which meaning is produced and is influenced by the inter-relationship between type & image. It also seeks to familiarize students with visual research, conceptual perception and aesthetics.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Know  the basic elements and methods of two-dimensional design (within the context of graphic arts) such as: geometric & typographic elements, tone, form, the inter-relationship of space-figure, unity, emphasis point, scale / ratio, rhythm and balance.
• Define the inter-relationship between type & image.
• Use traditional graphic design materials and tools.
• Practice the composition and de-construction of graphic elements.

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The aim of the course is to provide the foundations for understanding and appropriately using modern typography in the context of a wide number of applications in visual communication. The knowledge and skills you will acquire (both theoretical and practical) of the historical evolution of modern typography and the principles that govern its use, will help you progress in your undergraduate programme of studies. You will use these skills to build on other design related outputs in the other years of your study in this programme. In brief, this subject covers: the emergence and development of written language, the invention of printing and the development of Greek and Latin writing, basic font types and their historical evolution, the associated typographic principles and anatomy of letterforms, and the work of pioneer printers and typographers. You will experiment with typography, use it to produce and design functional outputs, and you will deal with issues that relate to readability and legibility. The main tools you will use will be digital (software and hardware). The teaching methods include lectures, practical work, case studies, visual research, individual work, oral presentations and a final practical examination. For this subject you will have access to a laboratory with computers, you will be given weekly notes and will join a dedicated Facebook group where present and past students of this subject help each other. In addition, the university library has several related books and magazines on typography.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• List and describe the most significant and seminal historical events associated with the evolution of typography, including the evolution of Greek and Latin letterforms
  (demonstration of understanding through verbal communication).
• Recognise and use the basic principles of good typography
  (demonstration of understanding through appropriate application).
• Use digital tools (software) to apply appropriate typographic principles (demonstration of understanding through appropriate application).
• Design typographic outputs informed by a number of different typographic principles (demonstration of more complex understanding through appropriate application).

Prerequisite: MGA 105: Introduction to Graphic Design

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The aim of the course is to introduce basic principles, techniques and instruments of graphic design. This unit introduces the core graphic design concepts and principles of composition, space, colour, type and image by understanding the different communication mediums. Through a mix of design techniques, students are enabled to research on theoretical and visual concepts, explore and visualize their ideas, embody the concept of sketchbook in their practise and find multiple ways of presenting their work. By the end of the course, all students will build up a personal class folio showcasing their development in class and the basic design principles that they used.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Locate and distinguish the basic graphic design principles.
• Illustrate a series of design solutions/ideas to solve visual communication problems.
• Reproduce the basic graphic design applications.
• Express personal design solutions through experimentation.

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The aim of the course is to familiarize students with basic multimedia principles with the use of software tools for multimedia applications. The course familiarizes students with the design of applications in the broader media and cross-media environment. First of all, multimedia technologies are presented, as well as ways to digitize, process, store and reproduce the most important media (e.g. audio, graphics and video). The methodology of analyzing, designing and implementing multimedia applications is developed to take into account all the operating factors of the generated system. Topics on the aesthetic and social dimensions of multimedia are also analyzed. The course also includes practical exercises where students become familiar with multimedia applications development software.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Cite the basic principles of Multimedia.
• Identify the types of multimedia applications.
• Describe multimedia applications.
• Discuss the social dimensions of multimedia.
• Use software tools to create basic multimedia applications.

Course Purpose and Objectives:

This course aims at providing students with an understanding of the basic functions of the photographic camera. Students are expected to learn about the basic settings of the camera (such as aperture, speed, ISO settings etc.) and basic photographic techniques (about tone, texture, lighting etc.). Additionally, students are introduced to the darkroom and black and white print techniques, as well as the work of important representatives of photography.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Get to know the basic functions of the photographic camera.
• Recognize the work of some of the most important representatives of photography.
• Describe what the photographic process might involve.
• Get to know black and white printing processes in the darkroom.

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The course is a basic introduction to design theory and methodology. The educational goal is to familiarize students with design and raise their awareness of its scope and extensions. The focus of the course is based on the combination and application of various methods to explore topics, to develop ideas and to evaluate their own work as future designers - as well as the work of other designers. By completing the course, students realize that design is a subject that is based primarily on planning, work and research with talent and creativity being enhanced only through the application of these principles. They also understand that being a designer is not just a profession but above all a way of life.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Recognises design applications.
• Applies design process steps through design problem identification.
• Knows that for successful design one must review and re-define numerous ideas until the production of the final result.
• Recognises the importance of clearly defining design problems. 
• Knows the importance of keeping up with deadlines.

Course Purpose and Objectives:

A thorough introduction to the history of Western Design, a discussion and presentation of the history and evolution of Design, the necessity and scope of its products and the role they play in the daily life of Western societies. The emphasis is on the main movements of the second half of the 19th century, from the beginning of the industrial revolution and continues with the extensive and in-depth discussion of the Avant-Garde Movements of the 20th century. The research also includes the terminology and analysis of the principles that enhance the understanding of various techniques used, through a historical overview of modern, postmodern and contemporary design production.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Name the movements that contributed to shaping design as we know it today.
• Knows the importance of design in the evolution of man and the formation of societies as we know them today.
• Recognizes the role he/she will be called to play in their design career.
• Is able to determine the importance of possessing knowledge on the history of design.
• Define and adopt his/her own visual vocabulary.

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The aim of the course is to teach History of Art from prehistoric times to Modernism and the avant-garde movements in 20th century in Europe. It examines the various functions of art, as well as the political and philosophical ideas on which they are based. At the same time, the course aims at developing and applying the critical thinking skills through the exploration of what is art, as well as its social, cultural and historical significance.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Identify the most important artistic movements from the 14th to the 20th century, distinguishing the iconography, the style and the characteristics of the works of art.
• Explain the relationship between art, culture and society.
• Discuss works of art by using appropriate terminology and categorisations.
• Learn the relationship between art and graphic arts, identify their similarities and differences, and realise the importance of acquiring visual language through the study of works of art.
• Describe the ways in which social, political and economic factors can influence visual arts in different historical periods.

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The course aims to provide students with basic understanding of computer science concepts. The objective of the course is to introduce the students to the basic concepts related to the operation of the devices, the capabilities and limitations of computing equipment, and the operation of the system software. Specifically, the course will cover the following topics: digital data storage and representation, computer structure and operation, system software operation, introduction to computer programming using flow charts and pseudocode, operating systems, computer networks, information systems, and innovative computer applications related to multimedia and graphic arts.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Know and identify the parts that a computer consists of.
• Know how that information is represented/stored on a computer and to be capable to convert basic types of information from natural language to machine language and vice versa.
• Know the capabilities and limitations of computer hardware.
• Know how to develop and design basic algorithmic solutions for computational problems and formulate these solutions in the form of a pseudo-code and data flow diagram (DFD).
• Develop simple computer programs based on algorithmic thinking.
• Familiarize with modern IT applications in Multimedia and Graphics.

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The aim of the course is to encourage students to approach design with an experimental mood and to acquire the ability to work with different means and methods. It deepens the process of design research, with an emphasis on addition and subtraction as design tools. Students are asked to perform exercises that help in the perception of space and the third dimension. The course is based on the wide use and combination of materials that assist in three-dimensional design, reaching the limits of sculpture, installation art and animation. Also an important element of the course is the development of critical thinking and students are asked to judge their own work and that of their fellow students.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Apply basic techniques to make three-dimensional objects.
• Uses tools and makes associations between materials to reach the desired result.
• Recognises the importance of experimenting with new materials.
• Transforms materials and objects in order to support the work that is done on screen.
• Is able to classify art disciplines and techniques, while recognizing that these two can work complimentary to one-another.

Prerequisite: MGA 120: Design Theory and Methodology

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The aim of the current course is to explore the role and importance of Typography in the process of visualising and organising verbal or nonverbal information for print or digital design applications. Building on the basic principles, theory and history of Typography, the students will have the opportunity to develop their knowledge and design skills to demonstrate their organizational and creative capabilities to visualize text by considering aspects of legibility, readability, navigation, micro and macro Typography. In addition, the course elaborates to students the basic principles of hierarchy of information, composition and design in relation to design grids and images, as well as provides them with an understanding of how to use digital technology in their work. In so doing, it outlines the importance of sustainable thinking, deadlines and presentation of personal work to a wider audience.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Distinguish conceptual solutions and critically discuss problems of contemporary typographic design.
• Express, through typography and image, the principles of hierarchy of information, composition and design to graphic design by using 200 words.
• Use the appropriate tools, whether digital or not and apply the basic design principles to implement creative solutions on typographic applications.
• Estimate the time, sustainable and environmental parameters of the design solutions they propose. 
• Present and support their work with arguments individually or in teams in front of a wide audience.

Prerequisite: MGA 102: Principles and History of Typography

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The course aims to introduce students to the basic principles of visual Semiotics in the context of graphic design and visual communication. It demonstrates how meaning is constructed not only in respect of the image, but also text (linguistic), and typography for the communication of messages. By identifying various techniques of placing specific semiotic theories into actual graphic design practice, it examines issues of aesthetics, creativity, visual metaphor, originality and hierarchy of information in applied graphic design examples. Additionally it outlines the importance of sustainable thinking, deadline and presentation of personal work to a wider audience.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Identify the basic Semiotic principles on how meaning is constructed in images independently and in combination with text-typography.
• Determine design compositions of originality, visual hierarchy, creativity, visual metaphor and appropriate aesthetics
• Locate and select the appropriate tools for design and implementation of their ideas in given design problems
• Estimate the time, sustainable and environmental parameters of the design solutions they propose.
• Present and support their work with arguments individually or in teams in front of a wide audience.

Prerequisite: MGA 102: Principles and History of Typography

Course Purpose and Objectives:

This course aims to introduce students into the field of visual communication and its role to the contemporary society. To show through international and local examples how visual messages are conveyed. At the same time it focuses on the issue of corporate identity. It focuses on graphic design as a communication tool and the role of the designer as a problem solver. It examines the structure and its basic principles and the study of design management cases in real applications of two-dimensional and three-dimensional design, with the ultimate goal of implementing brand and logo identity communication.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Recognize visual communication and its role as a communication language in the contemporary era, its basic functions and the relationship between image and text.
• Distinguish the importance of the symbol and explore the form in relation to the content.
• Illustrate and implement logos, symbols and pictograms through the theoretical and practical knowledge of the basic aspects of visual identity and visual encoding of messages in order to convey the required messages.
• Associate visual imagery and present design applications that require a complete approach to visual identity, structure, philosophy and image.
• Employ skills in design methods and techniques for the implementation of final printed and digital, two-dimensional and three-dimensional applications.

Prerequisite: MGA 102: Principles and History of Typography

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The course aims to identify and develop the design and expressive capabilities of students in solving complex design problems with the use of Typography and appropriate conventional, as well as contemporary digital design tools. It investigates the importance of Typography in respect of letterforms, grid, visual hierarchy, basic principles of design and the medium used (print-screen). In addition, it explores through experimentation, alternative typographic forms of expression and graphic communication. The course also looks at the contemporary history of Typography after Modernism and aims to implement knowledge and theory through print or digital based assignments. In so doing, it outlines the importance of team-work, aesthetics, sustainable thinking, deadlines and presentation of work to a wider audience.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Apply historic and theoretical Typographic knowledge in complex design problems using letterforms and images.
• Locate and select the appropriate tools for design and implementation of their ideas in given design problems as well as identify the typographic parameters of the medium they use.
• Identify the historic and letterform characteristics of Typography after Modernism and explore type experimentation.
• Estimate the time, sustainable and environmental parameters of the design solutions they propose as well as present and support their work with arguments in front of a wide audience.

Prerequisite: MGA 201: Applications of Typographical Design I

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The course aims to examine the design of high-fidelity prototypes for digital applications, with particular emphasis on the aspect of graphical user interface (GUI) design. Mastering effective prototyping is considered essential for communicating the design objectives, both within and outside the design team, as well as for enhancing workflow throughout the design cycle. As it is conducted alongside the MGA240 module, its purpose is to combine the human-centered design principles, together with the user-experience (UX) design strategies and methods throughout the project lifecycle. At the same time, it focuses on basic principles, methods and techniques of visual communication design, as the key components in prototype creation.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate the necessary knowledge and practical experience for the development of original prototypes that are crucial in the development of graphical/multimedia applications, working individually or collaboratively.
• Select and use appropriate UX design techniques so that they can create solid static and interactive high fidelity prototypes, with an emphasis on aesthetics and presentation.
• Recognize the principles of designing for user experience and identify these as key in the creation of graphic/multimedia products in general.
• Have practiced managing creative software for digital image creation and editing, content visualization and graphic design such as Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop and other (online) tools.
• Have practiced with technologies (open-source and/or affordable ones) that are suitable for interactive prototyping and workflow charting, targeted at different platforms/devices.
• Be able to describe using effective written communication via annotations, in purpose of prototype presentation, as well as communication and collaboration with project stakeholders.

Prerequisites: MGA 140 Informatics

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The aim of the course is to  provide an introduction to Computer Art and and familiarize students with the basic functions of graphic design software and in general production tools within the context graphic design. At the same time, the course examines the interaction between graphic communication with new media, in terms of creativity, aesthetics and innovative design for screen and print. The course framework is based on three main sections: technical training, empirical practical expertise (line art, publishing design, photo editing) and pre-production.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Know the basic functions of graphic design software, intended for line art, publishing design, photo editing
• Solves design problems through modern graphic tools
• Prepare specific graphic work for production using the relevant software (pre-production)
• Knows the basics of user experience design as a key component in creating graphic / multimedia applications intended for UI / UX)

Prerequisites: MGA 140 Informatics

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The course aims to introduce and familiarize the students with the basic principles and concepts of the art of animation and its applications in cinema and other art forms. Having a complete theoretical knowledge as well as an experienced practical approach to animation is essential to participate effectively in the production of animated films. The course leads the student to understand the processes of designing the production of an animated film, using the necessary and appropriate technical means. Furthermore, the students are encouraged to develop their personal approach of applying the principles and techniques of animation and to form their own personal style in the creation of their films.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Understand the basic principles of animation, its techniques, its history, its relation to other arts and its applications.
• Know, investigate and compare the work of important representatives of the art of animation.
• Apply correctly the process of two-dimensional animation production, produce and apply appropriate design solutions of high aesthetics for all stages of two-dimensional animation.
• Apply creative principles and animation techniques to create movement, behavior, rhythm for the interaction of graphic elements to present action and emotions, narration and information.

Prerequisite: MGA 110: Introduction to Multimedia

Course Purpose and Objectives:

This course aims to develop students' knowledge of contemporary photography and their ability to discuss photographic practices. Through lectures and class critiques, the course examines photographic traditions, from the invention of photography to contemporary practices. In addition, through individual work, students attempt to develop their personal photographic "language" and learn how to implement their own photographic project. The emphasis is on photography both as an artistic expression and as a way of communication. The final result of this course is the creation of a series of photographs which are published in a demo photobook.  

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Get to know basic photographic techniques.
• Recognize the historical role of photography, its relation to other arts and its applications.
• Recognize the work of important contemporary photographers.
• Employ their knowledge to develop a personal project in the form of a photobook.

Necessary equipment: SLR or DSLR camera
Prerequisite: MGA 112: Photography I

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The course aims at familiarizing the students with the stop motion animation techniques and to introduce them to its most characteristic representatives. Deepening the knowledge acquired during the first semester (MGA.211), the course’s purpose is to help the students understand and conceive of animation as a means for representation, narration and communication, and to lead them to a deeper development of their personal creative style. The course strictly follows the production process of the industry, aiming at familiarizing the students with its terminology and at training them to function and work within its demanding framework. The ultimate purpose of the course is to lead the students through the production of a high quality short animated film, which will have a chance to participate and compete in international animation festivals and have a place in their personal artistic portfolio.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Be familiar with the historical and practical application of animation techniques in cinema and digital age.
• Know the production processes for Stop motion animation techniques.
• Properly apply photography practices, and timing to create expressive movement and rhythm of objects and structures in the physical space, to present action, emotions and storytelling.
• Be able to develop original ideas through research and experimental processes.
• Be able to design, direct and build scenes and animation scenes based on a script.

Prerequisite: MGA 211: Animation I

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The purpose of this course is to provide students with advanced theoretical and practical background in audio and video. Featured sections: digitization, storage, processing and transmission of audiovisual productions. The laboratory part includes familiarity with techniques covering the whole range of techniques presented in the theoretical part of the course. The objectives of the course are: The understanding of basic audio and video principles, and familiarizing students with the use of software tools for creating and editing video with sound.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Cite the basic principles of audio and video
• Identify the types of audiovisual productions
• Describe audiovisual productions
• Discuss the social dimensions of audiovisual productions
• Use software tools to create audiovisual productions.

Prerequisite: MGA 110: Introduction to Multimedia

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The course aims to provide an introduction to the design and development of two-dimensional (2D) computer games. Students will familiarize with the basic principles of designing a successful game, as well as with the steps to follow from the concept of a game until its delivery to end users / players. In addition, they become aware of the theory and ways of using techniques incorporated in the computer games. The course focuses on the practice of creating two-dimensional computer games as well as the familiarization of students with the basic functions and applications of the popular Unity game engine. The teaching methodology consists of a series of lectures including practical examples as well as learning through individual and group work.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Know and explain the steps needed to develop a game from conception stage to delivery to the end user.
• Use a game engine to develop two-dimensional computer games.
• Apply scenario programming techniques for designing and developing two-dimensional computer games.
• Design, develop and compose game components to create a complete 2D computer game.

Prerequisite: MGA 241: Design and Computers

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The aim of the course is to examine art (mainly in Europe and the US), from the beginning of the 20th century to the present day. The aim is to provide the necessary knowledge and methodological tools to the students so that they are able to follow and understand the evolution of art from the early ("historical") modernisms in the "high" modernism in the middle of the 20th century, and the transition in postmodernism and in modern times. At the same time, by anticipating a critical and creative examination of art and its evolution within its socio-political and cultural context through the decades, the course adopts an inter-disciplinary approach and is based on rich visual material. Familiarization with relevant terminologies applied to the analysis of artistic and cultural representation, visual literacy, as well as the cultivation of critical and independent thought are considered essential objectives of the course.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Know the chronological evolution of the history of art from the beginning of the 20th century to the present day and recognize its most important milestones.
• Know basic concepts and terminology in art theory, which they can apply to the discussion and analysis of works of art.
• Examine and analyze works of art, but also their own practice.
• Discuss and recognize artists and movements.
• Examine and refer to international literature.

Prerequisite: MGA 133: History and Theory of Art

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The human-centered design is concerned with the design, development of projects/products/service for human use. It also deals with the investigation of all relevant phenomena related to the use of such projects/products/services by users. The course aims to sensitize students to the concept of usability of products and systems. The content of the course focuses on methodologies related to user centered design. Emphasis is given to the methodologies for the analysis, design and evaluation of interactive systems. The theoretical part of the course is complemented by practical, individual and group work on the design of interactive systems.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Identify the importance of usability and the consequences of bad design of interactive systems and other products.
• Apply Human-centered Design to the creation of interactive systems and projects, including analysis, planning and evaluation.
• Interpret and use a set of techniques to support the design process, such as creating prototypes.
• Apply design methodologies and collect data from users using a variety of techniques.
• Employ an effective usability assessment using both user and experts based techniques.

Prerequisite: MGA 110: Introduction to Multimedia

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The aim of the course is to provide an introduction to computer programming with emphasis on programming techniques used in interactive visual computing. As part of the course prototyping techniques, scene design, variables, data types, the most important programming structures, such as assignment, selection, and repetition, are presented. Students are also familiarized with the definition and call of procedures. In the practical part of the course, students are exposed to programming techniques using interactive programming tools in design applications.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Know how to design scenarios and scenes for 2D/3D interactive applications
• Design 3D virtual scenes using pre-fabricated 3D models
• Apply basic programming principles for implementing interactive applications
• Know how to use basic programming tools for interactive multimedia applications.

Prerequisite: MGA 140 Informatics

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The course main purpose is: to introduce and familiarise the students with the designing and programming techniques for creative multimedia applications and as well as with object oriented programming patterns; Designing and programming interactivity with interfaces and sensors; Algorithmic and generative multimedia systems; State-of-the-art technologies, frameworks, and protocols that are often employed in multimedia and media art applications; Group ideation, design, and prototyping methods; Topical trends in multimedia design and contemporary media art.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Identify, select, and differentiate techniques and algorithms concerning designing and implementing creative multimedia applications. 
• Identify, employ, examine, and use code concerning multimedia applications
• Identify and creative employ object oriented programming techniques and patterns
• Identify, creative employ, and differentiate techniques concerning interactive and generative systems.

Prerequisite: MGA 241: Design and Computing

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The course aims at exploring and discussing the theory and procedures related to graphic design and printing reproduction, such as design specifications, preparation of the original artwork for print production, prepress and finishing processes. It further aims at discussing and evaluating different printing methods and their technical processes and characteristics are being, at examining and analyzing the use of materials related to modern printing technology in their historical, theoretical, aesthetic and practical context. The course intends to underline the relationship between graphic design and print production through creative design projects as well as highlighting topics related to the organization of the design and production process such as printing materials, paper and ink, special techniques, budgeting as well as practical and environmental restrictions.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Recognize the basic principles of Printing Technology.
• Identify different printing processes, their applications as well as the advantages and disadvantages of each one of them.
• Propose, while designing, the appropriate finishing processes by scheduling their sequence in the print production chain.
• Appraise the practical, time, environmental, financial and basic technical constraints on the solutions proposed to design problems, in relation to the brief and the print production.
• Create complete final artwork and designs ready for print production.

Prerequisite: MGA 204: Applications of Typographical Design II

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The objectives of the course are,

1. To examine the different applications and the importance and role of illustrations in various aspects of graphic arts
2. To consider the role of illustration as an important factor in visual communication and as an effective means of expression in graphic design, for commercial and publishing assignments
3. To encourage concept formation and creative exploration in order to illustrate objects, ideas or situations through a variety of approaches and design experimentations
4. To combine materials and expressive methods
5. To emphasize on specific creative factors that are defined by genre, style, size, intended use and medium, the audience as well as possible printing and related constraints

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Experiment with a variety of illustration techniques for effective visual communication.
• Properly use the precise materials and tools, digital or not, based on design principles.
• Create complete illustrations of high quality, intended for print production.
• Incorporate illustration techniques of different styles in graphic design assignments.

Prerequisite: MGA 202: Introduction to Semiotics and Visual Communication

Course Purpose and Objectives:

This course aims to explore the historical evolution, the aim, the qualities and the uses of various publications but mostly focusing on magazine design. Reference is made to the socio-political, cultural and ecological contribution of magazines through the study and analysis of specific magazines. The course takes a closer look to the importance of publishing identity and its interaction with the stylistic trends, lifestyle, everyday life, habits and psychology of the target audience. The visual content of mag design is analyzed based on the aesthetic comprehensiveness and overall functionality. Specialized skills are developed in the use and production of the graphic grid/systems, hierarchy of visual information and typography. Emphasis is also given on the design of graphic content by combining creatively various media such as photography, illustration and typography.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Formulate valid opinions that are based on the history and evolution of magazine design.

• Demonstrate through examples, the socio-political, cultural and ecological offer of magazine design.
• Analyse the lifestyle, the stylistic trends and the psychology of the target audience in order to design an identity targeted for publishing.
• Produce specialized design work by using graphic grid/systems, hierarchy of visual information and typography for editorial design.
• Synthesize creatively various media such as photography, illustration, information design and typography.

Prerequisite: MGA 203 Identity design, MGA 204 Typography ΙΙ

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The aims of the course are a) to emphasize on the development of ideas for targeted advertising communication through a variety of methods and creative approaches, b) to explore the creative potential of typography and graphic design in Advertising, c) to analyze basic concepts of design in advertising, d) to examine issues related to advertising categories, the creative process and the organization of  design, ways of approaching  target audiences, ethics related to the advertisement of products, services and the recipients, e) to develop thinking and original ideas in the context of print advertising for products, organizations, campaigns, etc.  

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Evaluate different types of advertising messages, intentions, target audience, final recipients, and the role of graphic communication in advertising.
• Combine observation skills, effective communication, integrated presentation and social skills that will allow him / her to work collectively.
• Suggest different ways to create visual messages not only by using image and text but also by incorporating advertising techniques such as analogy, simile, visual metaphor etc.
• Design creative and convincing advertisements for a variety of briefs.
• Organize a remarkable personal portfolio with advertising samples based on graphic design.

Prerequisite: MGA 202 Introduction to Semiotics and Visual Communication, MGA 302 Editorial Design

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The course aims to explore the use of typography and symbols for the design of information for the communication of complex problems within the context of Visual Communication. Students develop their organizational, conceptual and creative skills for the preparation and design of signage, infographics, data visualization and mapping. The lesson explores and analyses the history, the evolution of information design as well as the economic, environmental and practical factors influencing the decisions for designing information. During the course, reference is made to the contemporary and alternative formats of information design such as: digital interactive applications, 3D visual information design, digital signage and digital diagrams.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Formulate valid opinions that have as background the history and evolution of information design.
• Classify real data that derive from a survey which concerns complex communication problems.
• Analyse real data that are intended for information design.
• Produce conceptual ideas and design solutions targeted for the design of infographics, signage and data visualization.
• Synthesize creatively various design mediums with the ultimate goal of a successful communication of information.

Prerequisite: MGA 302    Publishing Design

Course Purpose and Objectives:

This course aims to explore the parallel use of sound, image and typography and generally speaking it explores graphic design in motion. Firstly, the aim of the course is to enlighten students about the evolution of Motion Graphics both through historical references as well as the recent approach in this field. During the course the students have the opportunity to learn and deal with concept development, critical thinking and the storyboard preparation regarding the production of graphic design ideas targeted for motion. The course integrates technical training through professional design software and examines the technical equipment required by the industry for the production of TV titles, title sequences and TV advertisements. During the course the students are challenged to experiment creatively with the combination of sound, typography and image for the production of Motion Graphic applications.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Summarize ideas, within the context of Motion Graphics, which can be supported by both historical and modern examples.
• Formulate graphic and typographic scenarios targeted for motion.
• Design a storyboard consisting of static graphics targeted for the production for audio-visual work.
• Produce graphic work by combining creatively the elements of sound, image, typography and motion.

Prerequisite: MGA 205 Computer Art, MGA 204 typography applications ΙΙ

Course Purpose and Objectives:

This module aims to introduce to the students the basics concepts of 3d space, 3d modelling and 3d animation. It will present to the student’s ways to comprehend, organize, research and critically evaluate the different ways to create 3d graphics and animation. The syllabus will cover theoretical and practical ways of modelling, texturing and animating as well as expand on the student’s ability to create of concept art and storyboards. Furthermore, it will build further skills on teamwork, competition and critical evaluation.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Examine the different techniques and tools for 3d modelling, texturing, animation, lighting and rendering.
• Formulate correct compositions for 3d worlds.
• Inspect and troubleshoot the practical and technical difficulties faced in the various stages of a big 3d project.

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The aim of the course is to Introduce students to the world of Cinema and the various international cinema schools. Also the courses aims to:

1. Familiarize students with the use of video cameras and lighting inside and outside the Studio.
2. Develop creativity through student film analysis and the analysis of specific influential cinemas and eras.
3. Cultivate self-criticism, creativity and the ability to create films for student festivals.
4. Cultivate applied cinema aesthetics as well as acquaintance of students with cinema 'scripts' and 'schools', narrative writing as well as the writing of a short film script.
5. Allow students to understand cinematic action where basic scripting and directing principles will be taught. The main goal is to produce a short movie (up to 8 minutes), exploring the role of each factor in a movie.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Apply the basic principles of cinematic production.
• Apply the basic principles of theory of various cinematographic schools.
• Use the basic principles of script writing and narrative structure.
• Presents, explain and criticize individually or within groups, final scripts and short films with clarity and argumentation to the public.

Prerequisite: MGA 214: Digital Sound and Image

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The primary objective of the course is provide students the knowledge and practical experience that is necessary for the management of individual and collaborative multimedia projects. The course aims to familiarize students with the role of team leaders or project managers throughout the project life cycle. It presents the general principles, methods and tactics for the successful planning, monitoring and evaluation of projects and, more specifically, their suitable parameterization and application in projects for the digital creative industries.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Distinguish the basic principles and techniques of project management for the development of multimedia applications.
• Compare, choose and design based on the methods and practices for successful scheduling, monitoring and evaluation of multimedia projects.
• Distinguish the management processes throughout the project life cycle, based on key conceptual areas: objective, completion time, cost, quality, human force, risk and resource management - as identified by the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK).
• To manage the appropriate software tools for the automated production of results alongside practical methods for the efficient communication and collaboration within development teams.

Prerequisite: MGA 110: Introduction to Multimedia

Course Purpose and Objectives:

This module aims to introduce students to ​3d asset creation for real time environments. The class will present to the student’s ways to comprehend, organize, research and critically evaluate the different ways to create 3d assets, character animation and cut scenes. The syllabus analyzes theoretical and practical ways of modelling, texturing and animating for real time graphics and improve on the students drawing abilities and concept art creation and storyboarding. Finally, it will further build upon teamwork, competition and critical evaluation.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Produce high quality work using tools for 3d modelling, texturing and animation for real time environments.
• Formulate correct composition and presentation of 3d assets.
• Inspect and troubleshoot the practical and technical difficulties faced in the various stages of a big 3d project.
• Develop ways to critically evaluate and troubleshoot their 3d assets.
• Prepare and use game assets in a real time environment.

Prerequisite: MGA 310: 3D Modelling and Animation II

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The course aims at providing a deeper understanding of the design and development of advanced computer games and interactive virtual environments in the 3D space. The course includes the learning of 3D computer graphics concepts used in three-dimensional computer games (e.g. three-dimensional animation, particle systems, collision detection, etc.). It also incorporates learning advanced techniques such as multiplayer games, as well as learning to integrate advanced interaction technologies e.g. a joystick). The course, following the MGA 215 course, aims to provide a deep knowledge of game engines and develop three-dimensional computer games using the C# language.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Explain the basic concepts and theories about computer games.
• Explain all stages of the process of developing computer games.
• Integrate the various techniques used in computer games.
• Integrate interaction and manipulation technologies.
• Create a complete three-dimensional electronic game using the Unity Game Engine and C# programming language.

Prerequisite: MGA 215 2D Computer Games

Co-requisite: MGA 318 Interactive Multimedia 

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The aim of the course is to introduce and familiarise the students with topical methods and technologies concerning interactive multimedia applications. In some detail, the students learn to analyse and differentiate examples, and to collaboratively/collectively ideate, design and, eventually, create original multimedia applications or installations.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Identify, select, and differentiate, techniques and algorithms concerning designing and implementing interactive multimedia applications. 
• Identify, analyze, examine, and differentiate, code as well as electronic circuity concerning interactive multimedia applications.
• Identify and creatively employ simple techniques and patterns concerning the use of sensors, micro-controllers, and single-board computers in interactive multimedia contexts.
• Identify, criticize, and determine topical trends in contemporary artistic or functional interactive multimedia applications.

Prerequisite: MGA 243 Programming for Multimedia

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The purpose and objectives of the course are to introduce students to the field of visual communication and its role in the digital industry and its creative role as a means of communication.

It focuses on graphic design as a communication tool and the role of the designer as a problem solver with emphasis on digital media.

International and local examples of corporate visual identity intended primarily for digital media are presented. It examines the structure and its basic principles and the study of design management cases in real applications of two-dimensional and digital design, with the ultimate goal of implementing brand and logo identity communication.

The course explores the use of digital media and software applications as tools to create and implement visual identity while examining practical, temporal, environmental and technical constraints through specific design, theoretical and practical studies.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Appraise the importance of the symbol and explore the characteristics, usefulness of approaches and methods of graphic design that are applied in the field of digital presentation, interactive or not, technology.
• Develop skills in design methods and techniques for implementing two-dimensional and digital applications.
• Identify visual communication and its role as a communication language in a digital environment, basic functions and the relationship between image and text for the screen.
• Examine the form of the symbol in relation to the content.
• Design and implement logos, symbols and pictograms through the theoretical and practical knowledge of the basic aspects of visual identity and visual encoding of messages to transmit the required messages to the desired audience or to digital users.
• Synthesise systemic representation of design applications in a digital environment that requires a holistic approach to visual identity, structure, philosophy and image.

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The purpose of the course is to present to students topics related to information technology, communication and accessibility, accessible content, accessible entry and exit in computer systems, new design processes, principles and examples of accessible and interactive computer and human interaction and techniques for the design of accessible human-centred systems. Within this course students will have the opportunity to elaborate on a wide range of topics related to concepts, necessity, general principles and design guidelines for all. The purpose of the 'Design for All' course is to examine ethical issues, legal constraints and guidelines, trade trends, standards and good practices in relation to global reality. Finally, the course provides accessibility design exercises and accessibility experiences.  

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate the importance of 'Design for All' and the reasons for its implementation.
• Identify the needs of different groups that are often not taken into account in the design process, for example people with visual impairment, cognitive problems, motor problems, the elderly.
• Employ design procedures and methodologies for designing for everyone.
• Express arguments to support design for all in different design scenarios.
• Design interactive systems that take into account the needs of a broad spectrum of the population.

Prerequisite: MGA 240: Human-Centered Design

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The aim of the course is to provide students with the capabilities of a functional and creative combination of prerequisite graphical information and the 3D form. It develops the knowledge in creating a three-dimensional form that meets the specifics and properties of its content, in conjunction with the constraints and possibilities of modern packaging production. Production methods are analyzed and shows students the role of folding and cutting as well as other parameters to be considered during packaging design. Emphasis is also given on the peculiarities, the usefulness of graphical methods and approaches applied in the field of packaging design and the creative application of various materials. Students are encouraged to explore, experiment, study 3D design in general to design and practice the production of packaging that meets our age.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Combine functionality and contemporary aesthetics in designing a 3D form as a packaging product with the required information, reflecting modern design principles and market needs.
• Identify the specifics and properties of the contents of a package in relation to the constraints and possibilities of modern production.
• Experiment with folding and cutting methods accordingly, combined with creative application of various materials for maximum usability and packaging functionality.
• Organize packaging and thus create original solutions and critically managing  design problems relating to packaging design.
• Design and apply similar images and appropriate typography to packaging applications, distinguishing the target audience.
• Present individually or in groups, final printed graphic proposals and packaging prototypes with clarity and argumentation to the public.

Prerequisite: MGA 300: Graphic Design and Production

Course Purpose and Objectives:

Students are invited to design and make their own design in the form of a prototype They are asked to evaluate their work as well as the work of their peers, with the emphasis now on the form of the final product and whether it serves the purpose for which it was designed. This course helps to deepen students' knowledge of raw materials and modern manufacturing methods of industrial products. Concepts that concern current designers are discussed in depth, such as their role in society, the importance of sustainable design, social design and even their contribution to shaping culture in the country in which they live.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Distinguish and assess issues of contemporary industrial design, product design, furniture design.
• Constructs products and manages graphic/multimedia skills to assemble three-dimensional products.
• Designs simple products in their own space as well as test new technologies that are available in Cyprus.
• Criticise and present arguments on issues such as consumerism, sustainability in design, environmentally friendly design, recycling, upcycling, etc.
• Distinguish the need to be in constant contact with what is happening in this field in the rest of the world and propose solutions as a new designer and is able to appraise wider economic, environmental, technical restrictions and suggest new ideas through making his/her own products.

Prerequisite: MGA 200: Principles of Three-Dimensional Design

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The purpose of the course is to provide students with the necessary knowledge, tools and experience to understand Design Thinking. Design thinking is an iterative problem- solving process of discovery, ideation, and experimentation that employs design- based techniques to gain insight and yield innovative solutions for virtually any type of organizational or business challenge, prominently including those within public services. The course aims to allow the students to unpack each step of the design thinking process and become familiar with the design thinker's toolkit. Students will engage in developing skills as ethnographers, visual thinkers, strategists, and storytellers by applying the theoretical part of this course to real-life case studies. In the practical part of the course the method of Design Sprints both in online and offline environments will be utilized. Students will learn exactly how and why the design sprint process is so effective, and why it becomes so integral to the success of so many leading companies. Students will learn how a design sprint.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Apply the theory of Design Thinking to design challenges of any nature.
• Organize the use of a variety of Design Thinking methods (interviews, photography, diagramming, personal experiences, recordings, self-documentation, writing).
• Appraise the principles of Design Thinking and the guidelines of the Design Sprint Framework.
• Practice different ideation techniques and methods to empathize with users and stakeholders.
• Assess the use of available tools and adapt the methods to various Design Sprint settings.

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The course aims to help students gain a deeper understanding of the theory of creative design as problem-solving activity in specific environments. The course covers the field of creative design and methodologies as a framework that integrates theoretical concepts from different areas, which contribute to the design process, contributing thereby improving the design quality of the final product. We will look at how designers conduct research to produce relevant and essential products/services that are suited to specific groups, cultures and environments. Students will become familiar with the implementation of a series of methods through fieldwork in everyday design practice. Concepts / Methodologies include the development and use of ethnographic strategies, personas, interviews, and repetitive design processes. Students work in groups or individually, applying theory to practice, strengths being the cooperative design practice.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Apply a variety of design research methods.
• Employ specific ethnographic research methods to develop design projects / products.
• Produce design practical strategies for prototyping, testing and implementation.
• Produce experimental on-the-spot research that includes qualitative, quantitative, exploratory, experiential methods of research and expression.
• Determine the general concepts and issues covering creativity and innovation approaches focusing on the users and their relationships.

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The aim of the course is to provide students with basic knowledge of electrical and electronic circuits, so that they can design and implement circuits for use in interactive multimedia applications. Students will acquire theoretical and practical knowledge about the operation and use of electronic circuit elements such as sources, resistors, capacitors, coils, diodes, transistors, logic gates, integrated circuits and microprocessors. The lesson includes both a theoretical and a practical part, which will allow the design and construction of circuits. The course also includes the design and construction of circuits in the context of the development of interactive multimedia applications.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Identify the operation of basic electrical and electronic circuits.
• Design and implement basic electrical and electronic circuits.
• Investigate the possibilities of using microprocessors and electronic circuits in multimedia applications.
• Design and implement electronic circuits in multimedia applications.
• Judge the practical, time and technical constraints of using electrical and electronic circuits in multimedia applications.

Course Purpose and Objectives:

This course aims to cultivate understanding of the basic principles of web design and development based on W3C web standards and specifications. The knowledge constructed in the previous years is transferred within the context of this course, for the design and development of usable websites.

During the first part of the course, students are taught how to hand-code web pages using HTML while combining various layout and formatting methods such as CSS. Following that, the course aims to introduce students to established methods of enhancing the UI design and interactivity as well as the usability of the website. Finally, it aims to inform about several practices throughout the web design life cycle, concerning the website architecture, search engine optimization as well as web validation tools that help generate accessible and compliant websites. Students are required to undertake a series of hands-on exercises with emphasis on aesthetics and creative interface design.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Identify and compose websites following the basic principles of web applications design.
• Distinguish the methods and practices of developing a complete website from scratch, as well as those related to the customization and maintenance of existing websites.
• Determine and choose the relevant techniques/practices to successfully integrate multimedia content and interactivity into a website.
• Create images and graphics which are intended and optimized for the web.
• Design and construct web-standards-compliant websites, driven by web usability heuristics and search engine optimization (SEO) guidelines.

Prerequisite: MGA 240    Human-centered Design, MGA 205    Digital Design for Multimedia

Course Purpose and Objectives:

This course aims to assist students in broadening their knowledge in web design, transitioning from static applications, to dynamic web design and development environments and technologies. These include client and server-side languages such as Javascript and PHP respectively, XML markup language, as well as new HTML5 syntax and structural features. Based on the introductory module, it anticipates that knowledge of the above technologies will be combined with known practices about designing sound layouts and applying usability principles, for the creation of fully functional, easy-to-use, aesthetically pleasing and standards-compliant outcomes. The course also aims to familiarize students with available content management systems (CMS) for the development, configuration and maintenance of dynamic web pages.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Design and construct websites using key web development as well as customization and maintenance methods and techniques.
• Examine and effectively manage the (HTML,XML) DOM, and its manipulation through JavaScript, with content parsed from XML documents and Database sources.
• Compose PHP code for the development of new dynamic websites from scratch or the customization of existing ones, depending on the needs of the project.
• Design and manage new or pre-existing databases using database administration tools like phpMyAdmin.
• Compose SQL queries and integrating them into webpages with PHP code to communicate, retrieve and store information in DBs, thus constructing full dynamic web applications from scratch.
• Manage the design, installation, deployment, customization and maintenance of open-source content management (CMS) systems.
• Examine, choose and integrate suitable technologies, methods and practices, following the identification and analysis of particular project requirements for the development of successful, user-friendly, compatible and aesthetically pleasing websites.

Prerequisite: MGA 340: Web Design and Development I

MGA 391 Music and Drums

Course Purpose and Objectives:

This is an introductory course to music and playing the drums. Drums are an important part of a lot of the music we hear today, while music and audio are amongst the core elements of multimedia. In addition to live events such as concerts and festivals, music is integrated in many multimedia applications including animations, audiovisual productions, games, movies and tv shows. The main goals of this course are to prepare the students to play basic beats and fills on the drums and to act as a basis for study into more areas of drums, percussion and music. The course begins by exploring the drumset (drums, cymbals, drumsticks, drumset accessories) and the drummer (grip, posture, balance, coordination, dynamics). Further topics covered include the concept of time, rhythm, identifying and analyzing beats, tempo, time signatures, ghost strokes and other techniques. The lessons include lectures, demonstrations, discussions, listening exercises and fun games for learning the drums, and one-to-one tutoring. Throughout the course the students will be exposed to a wide variety of musical drumming examples in many different music styles including Pop, Rock, R&B, edm, reggae, hip hop, metal, funk, and more. The objectives of the course are: To develop an understanding of music and song form; To develop an understanding of why songs feel the way they do; Student familiarity in using the drums for playing and creating musical works (beats & fills); To develop an appreciation of the key role of drums in different music genres, and of music in different multimedia applications.

Elective Courses for both pathways (Group C)

Learning Outcomes:

On completion of the course the students should be able to:

• Analyze song form, basic time and feel in music, as well as the use of music in multimedia
• Analyze and perform drum beats and fills
• Create beats and fills on the drumset
• Evaluate whether performances are in time

Course Purpose and Objectives:

This lesson explores the Graphic Arts as a means of communicating social and political messages in the modern era (Social Design). During the course, reference is made to the history of Graphic Arts within the context of Social Design and focuses more on the social role of the designer. Contemporary communication campaigns on ecology, health, safety and social problems that concern the local and international community are being explored and analysed. Through the lectures, students develop both their creative and organizational skills for creating a social campaign. During their practical project, students are asked to identify a problem that concerns the community as a whole, with the ultimate goal of producing graphic work (print & digital) for communication in order to raise public awareness. Students come in contact with existing organizations and manage real data.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Analyse the sociοpolitical role of the graphic designer through historical and contemporary references.
• Formulate conceptual ideas and solutions targeted for the design of social campaigns and communication matters.
• Recommend strategic communication proposals with clarity and argumentation by using printed and audio-visual methods.
• Synthesize contemporary communication media for the production of promotional and branding applications.
• Evaluate through critical thinking the final result.

Prerequisite: MGA 303 Graphic and advertising design/ MGA 450 Professional Practice 

Course Purpose and Objectives:

With an introduction into book design history, the course aims to go through the process and production steps of making and distributing a book or an independent publication, by examining content, author, publisher, designer and the final format of the book, in order to fulfill the course purpose and objectives. This course looks closely at the typographic design rules of book design, grids, structures, formats and various binding technics. In concert with assigned readings, course’s students will develop their typographic/design skills undertaking complex tasks, constructing hierarchy and experimenting with final book appearances. Finally this course, demonstrates research capabilities concerning the production of experimental publications and understanding the book as an object.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Design and create publications by utilising book design principles.
• Build mock ups, choose papers and propose complete graphic design solutions.
• Produce fresh and alternative design thinking towards complex applied design problems, for the field of book design (book cover and text typesetting).

Prerequisite: MGA 300: Graphic Design and Production

Course Purpose and Objectives:

With the use of visual research as a starting point, this course aims to, encourage solving communication problems by looking at innovative and unconventional graphic design/audiovisual solutions, using image, text, and sound. Influenced by the socio-political symbols and semiosis of our public realm, the participants are asked to map and react by those cultural symbols and present their work creating an audiovisual interpretation which will be presented to the general public in the form of an exhibition or event. Emphasis is given on the conceptual and creative approach and development of the proposed solution.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Synthesise and evaluate findings and information, and develop criteria for promoting audiovisual ideas/solutions
• Develop fresh and alternative audiovisual solutions and design techniques, validated by an appropriate research methodology.
• Criticize and evaluate original and experimental graphic design solutions in their disciplines, through writing reports and group and/or individual presentations
• Complete an independent, in-depth and systematic study of a certain topic, along with a practise based result.

Prerequisite: Completion of the third years’ core courses

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The current course explores the role of Semiotics in the context of audio-visual communication. It demonstrates how meaning is constructed in respect of image, text (linguistic), typography and sound for the communication of messages. By identifying various techniques of placing specific semiotic theories into actual graphic and multimedia design practice and analysis, it examines issues of aesthetics, creativity, originality and hierarchy/narrative of information in applied assignments. The course also describes how meaning can be interpreted and transferred from one medium to another, specifically from audiovisual to print or to other multimedia applications. Additionally, it outlines the importance of sustainable thinking, deadlines and presentation of personal work to a wider audience.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Develop conceptual suggestions and apply Semiotic theories in the making and solution of visual communication problems.
• Create design solutions for print or multimedia applications using image, text/typography and sound within different audio-visual mediums. 
• Estimate the time, sustainable and environmental parameters of the design solutions they propose. 
• Present and support their work with arguments individually or in teams in front of a wide audience.

Prerequisite: MGA 302 Publishing Design

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The aim of the course is a. to highlight the importance of Brand and Advertising in visual communication, b. to examine theories and practices related to identity, recognition, disclosure and promotion of products and services, c. to identify approaches and research methods that are directly related to advertising, d. to study marketing techniques and branding strategies, e. to investigate creative practices for producing advertising messages for a variety of media, diverse target audiences and/or specialized audiences, that take into consideration the various factors involved in audiovisual communication and perception, f. to emphasize on the creative use of discourse as a major tool for the development of concept and meaning, g. to form critical and analytical thinking in the process of advertising design.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Design the identity and brand of a product or service based on the aims and strategies of branding.
• Identify appropriate creative strategies to promote an idea/product/service for a variety of media (print, TV, radio, internet, etc.).
• Compose a variety of copies for advertising, identifying their linguistic characteristics and functions.
• Evaluate and to use effectively research methods for branding, marketing, advertising.
• Substantiate the achievement of the advertising goals in written reports.

Prerequisites: MGA 303 Graphic Design and Advertising or Permission by the tutor

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The course main objective is to allow the students deepen into state-of-the-art methods and technologies, topical aesthetic/artistic trends, and hands-on design practices insofar as designing and implementing creative multimedia applications. In some detail, the students learn to ideate, to design and implement prototype and experimental applications in groups, and to produce original and/or innovative creative multimedia projects.

This course will be offered in English.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Identify, compare, select, differentiate, and extrapolate techniques, algorithms, code, and electronic circuity concerning designing and developing interactive multimedia applications. 
• Compare, differentiate, assess, plan, and evaluate materials, techniques, and use-cases concerning the use of sensors, electromechanical components, micro-controllers, and other hardware parts in multimedia application contexts.
• Appreciate, assess, criticise, interpret and evaluate trending traits in media art, design, and aesthetics, so that they may compose and create original and/or innovating multimedia artworks or installations.

Course Purpose and Objectives:

This course will explain the theories of 3D space and the principles of animation. Present the methods of perception, research, organization and critical thinking about creating 3D graphics and creating cinematography within a virtual space. Analyze in depth theoretical and practical methods for modelling, texturing, animation, lighting, and rendering. Develop students' design skills such as storyboarding and sketches through the brainstorming process. With the help of the storyboard, students will create the corresponding three-dimensional graphics, and at the same time develop critical thinking about flow and timing of animation. Familiarize students with the practical, time and technical constraints of a 3D project, and sharpen their troubleshooting skills. Cultivate students with teamwork, self-criticism and the ability to eventually present three-dimensional animations with arguments and clarity to the public. Understand and respect the concept of time during the preparation for the work environment.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Use tools for modelling, animation, rigging, texturing, lighting, rendering (e.g., Maya). Apply the practical, time-based and basic technical constraints of software that should combine to produce a small animation movie (Maya, Adobe CC etc.)
• Use the basic principles of animation. Criticize the composition of the HD frame and the timing of an animation.
• Identify and combine the right tools, whether digital or not, using synthesis and animation principles to communicate specific messages through 3D graphics.

Prerequisite: MGA 315 3D Modelling and Animation II

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The aim of the course is to introduce students to various existing innovative digital technologies that they will critically evaluate in terms of usability, functionality and application. Students will work in small groups and engage in collaborative learning to explore and present a different innovative technology. Through this process they will develop skills that will enable them to identify innovative technologies, critically evaluate them and present them in an interesting and informative manner. Upon completion of the course each group will have developed a digital portfolio that will contain all the innovative technologies presented to the class, and will serve as a future reference point.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate critical thinking about the assessment of innovative technologies.
• Develop a digital portfolio (Team Achievements) in a collaborative way through group, cooperative and interdisciplinary work.
• Develop lifelong learning skills related to their professional direction.

Course Purpose and Objectives:

This course attempts to provide an introduction to museology with an emphasis on art museums. Specifically, it examines the history of museums from the princely collections to today’s public museums, Bourdieu’s concept of the "love for art" and what drives someone to visit art museums, how museums narrate and interpret stories, basic issues related to museum education, new technologies in museums, and the role of national / state museums.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Critically examine the history of museums and the role of museums in society.
• Recognize the basic concepts and theories of museum studies, especially those related to art museums.
• Analyze, speak and write about museum objects.
• Analyze selected issues of museum education.Analyze selected issues related to new technologies in museums.

Course Purpose and Objectives:

This course aims to prepare students for the world of art and design. The two main objectives of the course are:

1. To help students understand how museums, galleries and other exhibitions spaces work and what is their target audience; and
2. To provide students with the necessary skills to present and to promote their work in the best possible way. In the first part of the course the emphasis is on understanding the functions and practices of exhibition venues in Cyprus and abroad. Alternative exhibition sites and practices are also being considered. In the second part of the course the emphasis is on practical applications. Students have the opportunity to prepare and present their work in a final exhibition.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Analyse the basic functions of museums, galleries and other exhibition spaces.

• Evaluate exhibition options at art exhibition spaces.
• Plan and curate an exhibition.
• Experiment in practice with theoretical concepts they have learned in class.

Course Purpose and Objectives:

This course aims to examine some of the most important approaches to the theory and philosophy of photography with practical examples from Cyprus and abroad. With the help of specific texts, group discussions and the examination of photographic material, this course provides an overview of the central concepts and theories that concern theoreticians and artists of the 20th and 21st centuries. The course aims to help students familiarize themselves with some of the major theoretical works, extend their understanding of photography to include issues of representation, power and identity, and understand the basic concepts and ideas that shape important theories of photography today. Students are also invited to use these concepts, themes, discussions and ideas for a personal project.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Complete an independent, in-depth and systematic study of a certain topic in the area of photography and its theory.
• Demonstrate the ability to identify, discern, critically analyse and use relevant information, data, and concepts for this study.
• Analyse the work of important theorists and photographers on an international level.
• Examine the basic concepts and theories of photography.
• Analyse and write about photographs and photographic series.

Prerequisites:  MGA 112 Photography I  & MGA 212 Photography II

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The course aims to introduce students to: artistic traits/movements insofar as the question of space in/as art is concerned, and with respect to miscellaneous aesthetic, philosophical, technological, poetical, and trans-disciplinary theories and practices in various historical/cultural periods and geographical/political zones and centres of influence; in particular, the module concerns the historical/cultural views/notions of Space in Europe, N. America; the Middle East, Oceania, Latin America, Asia, Africa, and countries of the ex-Eastern block; the phenomenological and conceptual approaches in Installation art; the art and social/public space; the landscape Art, Soundscape Studies, ‘Dark’ Ecology; the interactive and computational approaches; the cyberspace and net-art; the virtual, Augmented and Mixed reality.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Have significantly broaden their knowledge about historical and contemporary art practices in various cultural, historical, and geo-political contexts/eras.
• Be in position to appreciate and interpret different perspectives, approaches, and creative practices insofar as the question of Space in/as art is concerned, and be able to identify a series of relevant artistic practices.
• Be able to appreciate and implement the above knowledge/perspectives in critical theory, analytical theory, literature review/research, creative ideation and other relevant contexts.

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The aim of the course is to present Virtual Reality (VR) as a modern form of interactive multimedia application that can be applied to different domains. Students will acquire theoretical and practical knowledge about principles, design methodologies, potential and limitations of virtual reality systems. The course is divided into three sections. In the first section, a historical overview of the evolution of the virtual reality will be presented along with concepts, hardware, software and methodologies related to the development of virtual reality applications. The second part of the course will deal with issues related to human perception within virtual environments. The third part of the course will examine typical examples of virtual reality applications in terms of their effectiveness in their application areas. In their assessment, students will design and evaluate interactive virtual reality systems.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Effectively locate and use bibliographical references and evaluate scientific articles in the field of Virtual Reality.
• Evaluate the capabilities of applying Virtual Reality technologies to specific applications by considering the time and technical limitations of Virtual Reality applications.
• Combine knowledge, tools and techniques to design, develop and evaluate Virtual Reality applications
• Plan, schedule, monitor and control the progress of research work related to Virtual Reality.
• Present and defend findings of Virtual Reality related work with written reports, other deliverables and oral presentations.

Prerequisite: MGA 315  3d Modelling and Animation II

Course Purpose and Objectives:
The course aims to provide an introduction to contemporary and historical theoretical approaches and creative practices insofar as experimental electronic/electroacoustic music and sound art are concerned. In some detail, the students learn to discern and to appreciate relevant aesthetic, poetic, and technological traits, as well as to empirically compose (individually or in groups) original works or studies that draw upon methods, technologies, and techniques.

Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Have familiarised themselves with the history of electronic/electroacoustic music and sound art of the 20th and 21th centuries and to be able to recognise and appreciate different idioms and genres.
• Discern, analyse, compare and critically employ relevant aesthetic/poetic trends, techniques, and composition strategies.
• Have realised a study on some topic of interest implementing some of the compositional techniques that have been discussed/analysed in the classroom, and have acquired concrete hands-on experience composing original artistic works or studies.
• Perform or exhibit their compositions/works individually or collectively with respect to their particular requirements.
   

Course Purpose and Objectives:

1. The employment of knowledge and skills acquired during the students’ studies.
2. The assimilation of knowledge through professional practice.
3. The Creation of opportunities for employment.
4. The provision a smooth transition for students from the academic field to the professional field.
5. The promotion of professional consciousness.
6. The incorporation of the new trends and needs of the market into teaching.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Identify and manage the professional environment, building an awareness and in-depth understanding of the design industry.
• Create working relationships (based on collaboration) and professional experience.
• Produce effective professional work, by integrating theoretical principles and methods of design and evaluation and validating the experience and knowledge constructed
• Create a professional work portfolio and synthesize an effective resume for industry transition
• Demonstrate the ability to work professionally and as part of a team.
• Understand the importance of designers, practitioners and businesses.

Prerequisite: Completion of at least 150 ECTS

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The course aims to familiarise students with different printing methods, materials and tools. Students will develop skills relating to printing processes and their application. The course will study two-dimensional production and reproduction of artistic and communicative compositions.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Apply theoretical and practical knowledge on basic printing methods. Silk-screen printing, linocut and woodcut.
• Create compositions with different printing methods and analyze them through technique and printing methodology.
• Understand the importance history in typography and various printing methods.

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The course aims to introduce students to the research process and to provide the necessary skills to design and implement small-scale research projects in the fields of multimedia and graphic arts. The course includes topics such as planning of research work, theoretical framework, research questions, literature review, APA reference system, selection of research methodology (quantitative and qualitative research), research tools (observation, interview and focus groups, questionnaires) and basic analysis of qualitative and quantitative data. Within the course students will prepare and present small-scale research projects, which include all stages of research.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Know the key steps of the research process.
• Design and implement small scale research projects.
• Formulate research questions and select appropriate research methodologies and appropriate data collection tools.
• Compile prior knowledge for addressing new problems.
• Critically reflect on the results of their research.

Prerequisite: Completion of the third years’ core courses

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The course aims at allowing students to complete their Bachelors’ theses in multimedia and graphic arts. The aim of the course is to allow the students to gain experience in carrying out independent research work. The thesis is done under the supervision of a member of the Department. The evaluation is based on two axes: 1. written thesis and completion of all associated deliverables and 2. oral presentation of the work.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Plan, schedule, monitor and control the progress of the project.
• Effectively locate and use sources of information.
• Combine knowledge, tools and techniques.
• Formulate views and ideas.
• Present and defend findings with written reports, other deliverables and oral presentations.

Prerequisite: MGA 460: Research Methodology in Multimedia and Graphic Arts

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The course aims to analyze the educational capabilities of multimedia and examine the prospects for their use in formal and informal education. The course briefly reviews contemporary theories of learning, in relation to the design and development of learning environments with multimedia technologies. In the main part of the course, the students will participate in the study of scientific articles along with recent multimedia applications (e.g., educational robotics, interactive touch surfaces or tangible interaction, virtual, augmented and mixed reality applications, serious games, IOT technologies) and will examine their use and prospects in education. During the course, students will prepare and present a course unit (lesson plans) and/or classroom intervention on the application of educational multimedia for learning.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Use current multimedia technologies for the design of environments that activate and enhance the learning process.
• Critically evaluate the use of educational multimedia within learning environments.
• Critically reflect on research studies from the field of educational multimedia.

Course Purpose and Objectives:

By focusing on animation the course aims to provide a framework through which students explore, develop and improve demanding, aesthetically progressive concepts and professional practices in team and individual films and artwork. It aims to develop skills for art direction, production, and presentation of multimedia, graphics and films projects in a video-art and expanded cinema format.

Related keywords: animation, art directing, video art, expanded cinema.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Critically assess the historical and artistic application of animation techniques in cinema, in the performing and visual arts.
• Apply techniques of producing animation techniques and be able to design, develop, perform and conduct artistic animation work of high aesthetics.
• Combine animation and timing techniques to create expressive motion, rhythm, graphic and cinematic works and transmit messages in visual and artistic video frameworks.
• Develop original solutions through research and experimental processes, within teams and individually.

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The aim of this course is to communicate to students the basic theoretical and practical aspects of social design, innovation and entrepreneurship through a learning framework of interdisciplinary and cooperative learning. The course will cover the main points of social design, innovation and entrepreneurship, and the basic methodologies and practices that inform them. Students will work in small interdisciplinary teams to tackle and solve real-world, small-scale social issues and use crowdfunding to support practically the initiatives of their respective groups. As part of this course and in order to use innovative teaching approaches, collaborative learning, and to promote creative thinking to solve social problems, the use of information and communication technologies is embedded in teaching and learning. Through the group work the students will have the opportunity to build their own learning in a way that benefits their personal development and academic interests.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate theoretical and practical knowledge of the basic aspects of social design, innovation and entrepreneurship.
• Implement, through group, cooperative and interdisciplinary work, techniques for solving small-scale social problems, based on real needs.
• Develop lifelong learning skills related to social design, innovation and entrepreneurship.
   

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The aim of the course is to explore the basic elements of digital cinema production. Based on the skills and knowledge acquired in MGA 312, the students will go into an in-depth study of advanced production techniques. Emphasis will be given to tools and technology and their relationship to the aesthetic and functional concerns of the director/creator.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Apply the basic principles of cinematic production and use digital cinematic equipment appropriately and creatively
• Compose a script, a documentary and a narrative structure.
• Produce short films from pre-production to post-production process.

Prerequisite: MGA 312 Film Production I

Course Purpose and Objectives:

Students are invited to use modern technologies such as 3D printers, CNC Routers and Laser Cutters to create two-dimensional or three-dimensional compositions. In addition, they are required to create functional constructions through utilizing open source design databases. The module builds on pre-existing knowledge of materials and techniques which they have acquired during their studies as well as through the practical use of design programs with which the students are familiar. The fact that they constantly move between the real and the digital, between the second and third dimension, is of special interest.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Recognise digital fabrication techniques and use existing skills to realise their projects.
• Appreciate the importance of the “Μaker Μovement” and can distinguish the types of the digital fabrication (Fab-Lab/ Makerspace) open workshops.
• Make and construct through digital fabrication.
• Appraise possibilities and limitations regarding new materials as well as prospects according to his/her own career path.
• Prescribe the needs to materialize an idea while determining the right steps to realising it.

Prerequisites:  Completion of years one and two

Course Purpose and Objectives:

This module aims to simulate the team dynamics from the industry. The students will have to work together and, in a semester, deliver a single project which will be showcased or released to the public. Each student will be assigned a specific role related to his/her interest. Deliverables will be different each year and they can be in the form of an app or a game released on the app stores, a show, exhibition or a screening. The project and the required team openings will be released ahead of time and the students will have to apply for a specific role. If more students are interested in the same roles, they need to provide a portfolio and the module leader will make the final decision on whom to accept. This module aims to demonstrate to the students the advantages and complexities of team work, the pressure of releasing public facing work and how different skillsets can be integrated together under a common project. Furthermore, this will help the department produce a portfolio of work reaching both national and international recognition. This course will be offered in English, allowing exchange students/erasmus students to join.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Complete a collaborative, in-depth and systematic study in the chosen area.
• Demonstrate the ability to identify, discern, critically analyse and use the relevant information, data and concepts for this in a collaborative manner.
• Synthesize and evaluate findings of the study into high quality deliverables.
• Develop life-long learning skills that relate to the successful completion of similar industry projects.

Course Purpose and Objectives:

The objectives of the course are: To develop an understanding of basic audio principles; To develop an understanding of basic music theory; Student familiarity in using computers for creating and producing musical works. The main aim of the course is to explore the ways computers can be used to produce music.  The course consists of both theoretical and practical parts. It presents basic music theory and notation, different musical instruments, as well as an introduction to computer music technology software and hardware. Areas of study include MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface), making drum patterns and digital audio. The laboratory part will include projects on music notation, recording, editing, adding effects, mixing and exporting. The students will be presented with methods and tools for producing their own musical works.  A background in music is preferred but not required.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

• Summarize basic audio principles and basic music theory.
• Design music productions.
• Analyze audio productions.
• Debate the social implications of music productions and the music industry.
• Create music productions using computers.