Introduction to Graphic Design

Course code: LE036

Kick-start your career in graphic design, from home!

Learn which interpersonal skills are needed to succeed
Understand the different career prospects and outcomes within this industry
Discover the essential skills, tools and applications involved
Learn from the comfort of your own home

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This online course provides the fundamental knowledge needed to pursue a career in graphic design.

Join over 100,000 students and study with an award-winning college to boost your CV and improve your career prospects!

Course Duration

Up to 1 year.

Course Outcome

You will receive a Certification of Completion.

Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements for this course.

Assessment

No assessment.

What do I need to become a designer?
What is it like to be a designer?
How much can I earn as a designer?
Costs of being a designer
Freelancing vs full time job
Where should I work?
Lifelong learning

Chair
Desk
Bookshelf
Pinboard
Desktop

Computer and screen
Storage and backup
Wacom tablet or pen display
Camera
Mobile phone and tablet

Photoshop
Illustrator
InDesign
Acrobat
Lightroom
Bridge

Composition & layout
Digital Image theory
File management
Layers and colours
Selections
Masking
Pen tool
Adjustments
Image editing & filters
Brush tool
Typography
Images in InDesign
Tracing images
Camera RAW

Print design
Web, tablet & mobile design
Photo retouch
Digital art

Getting inspired
Keep track of your tasks
Crowdsourcing and contests
Sharing your work
Screencasting and blogging
Portfolio
Internships
Certifications
Creative CV
Applying for jobs and attending Interviews

Course Duration

With this flexible home learning course you can fast-forward, rewind or repeat all the online classes, so you can go at your own pace with no strict deadlines. Two weeks or twelve months, it’s completely up to you.

Study Method

This blended learning course offers a highly engaging video tutorials. This course is developed to be studied through distance learning, so you can study at your own pace and in your own time – no schedules or deadlines, it is completely up to you.

Course Outcome

You will receive a Certificate of Completion.