ADVANCED GRAPHIC DESIGN COURSE
Course Description
The web as we know it is proliferated with digital designs and media. It is therefore imperative for anyone who is serious about upping their game and growing their career in today’s competitive industry to have comprehensive and all-encompassing knowledge in Digital Graphic Design – if this is you, then this Advanced Graphic Design course is just for you!
The Digital School of Marketing Advanced Graphic Design Course will furnish you with the comprehensive knowledge you will need to work as a professional graphic designer. This includes all background and theoretic knowledge of design principles, Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop. This course is as comprehensive as they come within the graphic design field. With this trio of knowledge, you will be able to fulfil the role of a professional Graphic Designer in any organisation, agency or even as a freelancer. After this course, you will have carte blanche of where you would like to work – putting the power back in your hands.
When you have graduated from the Advanced Graphic Design course, you will have the ability to create eye-catching illustrations, and incredible logos, how to design a brochure, flyer, and social media graphics and the ability to edit, blend and manipulate photos for editorial use. Additionally, you will have the cutting-edge knowledge of how to work Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop in detail with precision like a pro!
Every business and organisation needs the skills of a Graphic Designer in today’s day and age, and after you graduate from this course, this could be you! Graphic Designers play an integral role in the world of digital media and visual communication. This career path is highly sought after and in demand.
This course will furnish you with the practical skills and knowledge you will need to make Graphic Design a profession.
You will learn how to create digital printed layouts, eye-catching illustrations, and logos and understand the art of typography. You will be able to create illustrations and layouts that will sell any product or service.
What makes us different?
- The Advanced Graphic Design Course is a highly practical course, ensuring that you are never lost on the Adobe design platforms.
- Comprehensive video library with step-by-step, practical instructions.
- Graduate with cutting-edge knowledge and needed skills.
- The Online Graphic Design Course is accredited through MICT SETA.
Who is this course aimed at?
- Individuals that want to upskill themselves in the full Adobe design suite.
- Individuals looking to excel in a new profession in Graphic Design.
- Entrepreneurs who want to understand Graphic design and gain a competitive edge over their peers.
- Individuals wanting a comprehensive and complete Graphic Design course to study.
Course Requirments:
- Adobe Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop
- Stable Internet
Modules
- Visual theory and communications
- Designing for web applications and digital mediums
- Designing for print mediums
- The business of Graphic Designers
- Understanding with Typography
- Working with Colour and layout
- Designing Illustrations and logos
- Designing and layout techniques in InDesign
- Transforming and blending photographs
- Navigation within Adobe illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop
Accreditation
The Intermediate Graphic Design Course is accredited through MICT SETA, internationally endorsed by the CPD UK services body.
How you can study at DSM
The Advanced Graphic Design Course is delivered on a cutting-edge online learning platform. It is designed to give you in-depth theoretical and practical knowledge and experience in Graphic Design.
Digital school of marketing has adopted a personalised approach to your learning journey – this enables you to start when you are ready, and study at your own pace whilst enjoying the benefit of our full-time student support.
This is how you will study basic digital marketing:
- Slides with information pertaining to each module and subject
- Infographics designed specifically for learning outcomes
- Videos designed specifically for the learning programme
- Downloadable eBooks of every lesson
- Earn while you learn certificates – after successful completion of each module you will be awarded a certificate
- Formative assessments, multiple choice questions and summative assessments
As a student you receive:
- Login details for the course
- Student Support throughout
- Certificates for each successfully completed module (Digital copies)
- a final certificate for the course (Hard copy and Digital copy)
PRICING
PAYMENT PLAN
- Deposit R3200
- R3060 (5 months)
UPFRONT
- 30% Discount
- Save R5550
DEBIT ORDER
- Deposit R2900
- R1560 (10 months)
Finance your course through MobiCred on check out.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is the Advanced Graphic Design Course accredited?
The Advanced Graphic Design Course is accredited through MICT SETA, internationally endorsed by the CPD UK services body.
How long will it take me to complete this Advanced Graphic Design Course?
On average students take 3 – 6 months to complete the Advanced Graphic design course. However, if you need longer to complete your advanced graphic studies – you will be able to.
What are the payment plans available?
There are many different payment options available. We offer discounts on full payments. Debit orders are available as well as structured payment plans with instalments. Studying advanced graphic design has never been this easy!
Where is Digital School of Marketing Head Office?
Our head office is based in Randburg, Johannesburg. However, our advanced graphic design courses are available throughout South Africa and Internationally through online learning.
Is there student support?
There is student support available from Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm, at the college with trained assessors and facilitators to assist you in your advanced graphic design studies.
When can I start the Advanced Graphic Design Course?
You may start the course at any time during the year. – The advanced graphic design course is offered throughout the year.
Why choose Digital School of Marketing?
The Digital School of Marketing is accredited through the Media Information and Communication Technology (MICT) Sector Education and Training Authority (SETA). This means that the online advanced graphic design courses are specially designed for the digital industry. All industry benchmarks and standards have been met.
How old do I have to be to start a course at DSM?
You have to be 17 years old to be eligible to start the Advanced Graphic Design Course.
Where can I work with the Advanced Graphic Design Course?
This Advanced Graphic design Course is designed for you to step into any graphic design position in a private or corporate institution. Additionally you will also be fully qualified to work for yourself in your own business after you’ve finished the course.
When does the debit order run?
The debit order runs, for the Advanced Graphic Design Course, on the last working day of every month.
If I choose the debit order option, will I be billed more than the monthly course instalments?
No. You will only be billed for the monthly course instalment.
Can I freeze my debit order?
No. Your debit order runs automatically after the first payment is charged.
Can My employers assist with payment for the course?
Yes! Please contact us for a customised quote for your employers.
Why are advanced graphic design skills needed in the workplace?
Graphic design is far more about what the design looks like at first impression — it’s a type of communication between your business and your ideal customer. Businesses utilise graphics in every stage of the marketing funnel to inform, engage, and ultimately persuade their prospective clients to make a purchase or take the desired action.
It is therefore imperative to understand the fundamentals of good graphic design and how to work the world’s most widely used graphic design software.