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N5 Graphics

Graphic Communication gives you the tools to turn ideas into something real.

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You’ll learn how to sketch, model and present your thinking with accuracy and confidence.

From 3D CAD to technical drawing, N5 Graphics builds the creative and practical skills used across design, engineering and digital industries. It’s where ideas become solutions.

Choose your topic…

Here are four topic areas to help you learn and build confidence with graphics.

  • School girl using CAD software

    Computer Aided Design

    Learn to use 3D Computer Aided Design.

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  • Pupil creating freehand thumbnail sketches

    Graphic Design

    Learn to create stunning promotional graphics.

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  • Technical sketches and drawings of a small plastic robot

    Technical Graphics

    Learn how to read and create technical drawings.

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  • Render of two plastic bottles, for a drink called 'Aqua Nivis'

    Rendering & Illustration

    Learn to create realistic models and drawings.

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Downloads

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Inventor DWG Template

A field notes template titled "Graphic Communication Field Notes" with space for "Name:" and "Level:" highlighted in yellow. The background features a pattern of small icons related to communication and graphics, such as rulers, pens, paper clips, and speech bubbles.

Field Notes Jotter

Cover of a textbook titled 'National 4 & 5 Graphic Communication Course Notes' with a colorful paintbrush graphic and barcode designs on an orange and yellow background.
Cover of a textbook titled 'National 4 & 5 Graphic Communication Course Notes' with a colorful paintbrush graphic and barcode designs on an orange and yellow background.

N5 Book Files

Past Papers

Practice your exam skills by using these past papers from SQA / Qualifications Scotland

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