The aim of this course is to provide our students with the basics of graphic design, master the basic skills to get them started and help them to progress onto our Graphic Design level 2 or our other related Diploma Courses.

Do you find yourself being asked to design and create a newsletter, poster, advert, or social media post for your employers? Maybe you have had a change of mind in your career path. There are many office assistants and marketing officers who have been given the responsibility of creating publications such as promotional material. Many find themselves not knowing the basic skills and knowledge needed to create effective graphic design or visual communication.

Our online design course for beginners may be the answer you have been looking for.

Enrolling in this beginner’s course in graphic design will teach you the first steps needed to follow your dream of becoming a successful graphic designer. Throughout the duration of this course, you will learn how to use basic software, produce simple publications, the basics of page layout, work with colours and images, and work with text and typography.

This course will also benefit those who have always dreamed of becoming a graphic designer but have either taken the wrong career path or maybe personal situations have gotten in the way.

START DATE: Start Anytime of the Year

DURATION: 6-12 Months

COURSE FEE: £650

This is a beginners level course and will take you through the basics of Graphic Design. This is a great way to start if you have no prior knowledge of graphic design and want to start at the beginning.

There are 6 modules in this course to be completed. Each module has been designed as progressive steps so that you are learning by doing.

You will be presented with Projects and Assignments in each module in which you will be assessed, plus a final exam which is carried through our online campus.

The choice is really up to you if you would prefer to complete your course in 6 months or less. It will depend on how much time you have available to study each week and work with your course tutor.

Each module is designed to be completed in one month but some students prefer the flexible option to allow for holidays and other unforeseen events in their lives.

There is a final exam for this course which is carried out online through our online campus.

BENEFITS

• The full cost of this course is £650 with no extra costs
• 25% off your next course for as long as you are studying with us
• You will be given your own professional one-to-one tutor/design coach
• Learn by doing and build a creative portfolio
• You will receive on successful completion a recognised diploma certificate for this level
• Become part of our creative community
• All study material will be made available to you on our online campus
• Your course can be either flexible or a fixed time
• Customise your studies around your work or other commitments
• Apply for an NUS Totum Professional Student Card for discounts etc
• Full Career Guidance

This course is accredited by the PGDA (The Professional Graphic Designers Association)