Graphic Designer
Study Program Courses
This Graphic Designer course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of design principles, techniques, and industry-standard tools. From mastering the fundamentals of typography and layout to exploring advanced digital and print design strategies, this course prepares students for a career in graphic design. Through hands-on projects, students will build a professional portfolio showcasing their creative and technical abilities.
Learning Details and Options
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Key Areas of Study:
- Design Principles & Elements
- Typography, Color Theory, and Composition
- Digital Design Tools
- Mastering Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
- Branding & Visual Identity
- Logo Design, Brand Guidelines, and Corporate Identity
- Print & Digital Media
- Designing for Print (flyers, posters, brochures) and Digital (web, social media graphics)
- UX/UI Fundamentals
- Basic principles of User Experience and User Interface Design
- Creative Problem Solving & Concept Development
- Brainstorming, mood boards, and ideation techniques
- Portfolio Development
- Building a professional, cohesive design portfolio
Assessment & Project Types:
- Practical Design Projects
Real-world briefs such as branding, editorial, packaging, and web design. - Design Challenges
Short, time-sensitive tasks that test creativity and technical skills. - Portfolio Review
Final presentation and critique of a curated portfolio. - Peer & Instructor Feedback
Regular critique sessions to improve design processes and outcomes.
Learning Outcomes:
- Proficient use of industry-standard design tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
- Strong understanding of typography, color theory, and composition.
- Ability to design cohesive visual identities and branding materials.
- Skills to design for both print and digital platforms.
- Fundamental knowledge of UX/UI design principles.
- Ability to manage creative projects from concept to execution.
- A professional portfolio that showcases a wide range of design skills and creativity.
By the end of the course, students will have the confidence to enter the design industry or take on freelance projects with a diverse set of creative and technical skills.
Regular & Intensive Learning Option
- Class Schedule:
Morning Students – Monday to Thursday, 09:00 am – 03:00 pm
Afternoon Students – Monday to Thursday, 03:30 pm – 08:00 pm - Teaching Method: Online & Offline / Online only (eg. Google meet video call)
- Course Duration: 1 sessions (3 months)
- Session Length: 1 session = 3 months
- DWTA Qualification: Professional Certificate
- CTVET’s National TVET Qualification Framework (NTVETQF): National Certificate II
- Tuition & Guidance Fees:
- Ghc 2570 per session or
- Ghc 890 per month
Slow-Paced & Relaxed Learning Option
- Class Schedule:
Weekend Evening Students – Friday to Sunday, 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm - Teaching Method: Online & Offline / Online only (eg. Google meet video call)
- Course Duration: 2 sessions (6 months)
- Session Length: 1 session = 3 months
- DWTA Qualification: Professional Certificate
- CTVET’s National TVET Qualification Framework (NTVETQF): National Certificate II
- Tuition & Guidance Fees:
- Ghc 2570 per session or
- Ghc 890 per month
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