Design & Colour — Textbook & Study Material

Download the official textbook for Design & Colour and see the full chapter list so you know exactly what to cover.

What you will study (chapters)

Chapter 1
Introduction to Design and Visual Literacy
Chapter 2
Elements of Design (Line, Shape, Form, Texture, Space, Value)
Chapter 3
Principles of Design (Balance, Contrast, Emphasis, Rhythm, Unity, Proportion)
Chapter 4
Colour Basics: Hue, Value, Intensity and Colour Wheel
Chapter 5
Colour Harmony, Contrast and Psychological Effects
Chapter 6
Colour Mixing Techniques and Media Application
Chapter 7
Composition, Layout and Visual Hierarchy
Chapter 8
Surface, Textile and Pattern Design
Chapter 9
Graphic Design: Posters, Packaging and Print Layout
Chapter 10
Design Research, Ideation and Sketching
Chapter 11
Practical Projects and Portfolio Development
Chapter 12
History of Design and Contemporary Trends
Chapter 13
Examination Preparation and Assessment Tasks

Frequently asked questions

Is the Design & Colour textbook enough to score well, or do I need extra notes?

The official textbook is the core — most exam questions are set directly from it, so read it thoroughly first. Add concise notes and solved past papers for revision and exam practice rather than switching to unofficial books.

How should I study the Design & Colour textbook chapter by chapter?

Cover the high-weightage chapters first (use the exam pattern as a guide), make a one-page summary per chapter, and immediately solve a few past-paper questions on it. Active recall beats passive re-reading.

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