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Graphic design courses & Diplomas
Graphic Design Diploma
Every brand story begins with a visual moment: the logo that catches your eye, the poster that stops your stroll, the package design that makes you reach for one over another. These moments require the creative skillset of a Graphic Designer. Learn to communicate information visually with this specialised training to build your portfolio on your schedule with guidance at each step.
Start Date
Flexible
Study Type
Online, Hybrid or In-centre
Duration
110 hours
Training Type
Diploma
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Brand success depends on the creative vision of skilled graphic designers. By ensuring consistent message delivery, you become the voice that translates business objectives into compelling communications, helping organisations connect with their audiences. Your creative eye and technical proficiency can transform abstract concepts into powerful experiences that drive engagement and business results.
This is an excellent programme for anyone new to graphic design. You will develop hands-on training across many design software applications: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and more. This will position you to pursue a career as a Junior Graphic Designer and advance further, developing powerful graphics, social media content, or print production specifications.
Employers across various industries seek graphic designers who can use their creative flair to communicate compelling information at different points of the customer journey. From marketing agencies to in-house production teams, this qualification opens opportunities where your skills can become central to brand success and audience engagement.
is this right for you?
The diploma programme suits several situations:
- Those new to graphic design looking to build their portfolio to break into the job market
- Marketing professionals seeking to gain design capabilities
- Small business owners needing professional design skills for brand development and marketing materials
- CV builders seeking to add in-demand design software proficiency
- Creative individuals requiring visual design expertise for content creation
- Busy individuals requiring flexible study options with personal support
award & associatedQualifications
Upon successful completion, you'll earn 110 CPD points, a professional credential that validates your skills to employers and demonstrates your commitment to ongoing learning.
Aims and Objectives Successful completion of the diploma will mean you will be eligible to take the relevant Adobe exams. These will need to be organised and paid for separately. Speak to your Course Advisor for more details.
Courses Included Web Design Courses
Dreamweaver CC
Dreamweaver is a common program used in the Web Design industry. Through the study of this course you will build your knowledge and practical experience…
Graphic Design Courses
Illustrator CC
To work as a graphic designer, there are many industry standard packages that you'll need to master and Illustrator is one of the most commonly…
Web Design Courses
InDesign CC
If you aspire to pursue a profession as a graphic designer or art director, mastering InDesign is essential. This publishing program is an integral part…
Graphic Design Courses
Photoshop CC
If you’re working towards a career as a web designer, then our Photoshop course will give you a great foundation and allow you to fully…
Web Design Courses
WordPress for Business
This course is specifically designed for those wishing to learn how to create a business-focused website. You’ll learn about designing the site and how to…
Elective Courses
Marketing Courses
Marketing Essentials
Over four lessons you’ll cover topics such as understanding what a marketing plan is, how to carry out appropriate research, how websites are designed to…
Web Design Courses
Premiere Pro CC
This course covers all aspects of Premiere Pro, including: the basics of working in the digital video industry, how to create, navigate, and organise a…
Pre-Requisites There are no formal pre-requisites required.
Finance Options Wherever possible our training is tailored to your needs. The cost of our training programmes depend on the course(s) you choose and varies according to duration and breadth. Rest assured we have a number of payment options available to ensure the cost of training is affordable and can be worked alongside your other financial commitments. Common ways people fund their training include: –
Self-Funded:
- Flexible payment plans to help you spread the cost* available at many of our centres;
- You could opt to pay upfront.
Company Funded:
Requesting funding from your employers needn’t be a daunting task. Many employers support and encourage their employees with their professional development and consider it a worthwhile investment to fund any training required.
What we can help with:
- Providing a comprehensive training programme outlining learning outcomes
- Tailored personnel letters
- Communication with finance departments to arrange payment options (upfront or payment plan*).
Funding & Grants:
There may be the opportunity to apply for funded grants that can help towards the cost of training. These include the Skills Development Scotland ITAs and the ReAct programme in Wales. All schemes will have different terms and conditions that will need to be met in order to qualify for a grant and these are managed by each individual centre.
We’d recommend you speak to a Course Advisor in your local centre to find out whether they are registered to offer any such schemes and discuss your requirements further.
* Terms and Conditions apply. Speak to a Course Advisor for full information on the options available to you.
Career Path This course will lead to a rewarding career in graphic design. You could look towards applying for Junior Graphic Designer, Junior Designer jobs initially and then progress to Graphic Designer, Artworker, Digital Designer positions.
Your Graphic Design Breakthrough Starts Here
Interested in a dynamic career of creativity? Take your passions into a graphic design career. Companies across industries recognise that professional visual communication drives customer engagement and business growth, creating diverse opportunities for candidates with technical and creative skills.
Discover how 110 hours of flexible training can transform your professional trajectory.
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