InfoGraphics and Data-driven Design

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Critically understand data types, structures and sources. Apply techniques of data visualisation and visual storytelling to transform complex data into engaging, informative graphics. Develop your skills with key online tools and software for creating infographics, and understand ethical considerations such as avoiding bias or misrepresentation. Understand how the approach to infographics can change between static, interactive and motion infographics.

15 credits

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