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Graphic Design Courses

If you want to brush up on your Graphic Design skills or kick-start your studies in this area, a short course may be perfect for you. Even If you’re a beginner or are just interested in learning about Graphic Design for your own personal or professional use – these online short courses are a great addition to any CV.

Graphic design is fast becoming a compulsory part of every workplace. With visual communication fast becoming the most common and accessible way for companies to reach their clients, understanding digital media and web design is incredibly in demand. Get ahead of the curve by completing a course in graphic design today!

 

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Diploma of Graphic Design CUA50720

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Online
Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement

Our nationally recognised CUA50720 Diploma of Graphic Design is designed to combine the technical, creative and conceptual skills you need to create designs that meet client requirements. You’ll learn the fundamentals of graphic design, and move to the...

Open Colleges - Course

Graphic Design Pathway Program CUA50715

Study method
Online
Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement

Make your dream of a graphic design career a reality with Open Colleges’ Graphic Design Pathway. The course is designed for those with no experience, but who have a passion for design and want to launch a career as a Graphic Designer. The CUA50720 Dipl...

Open Colleges - Course

Graphic Design & Desktop Publishing Certificate

Study method
Online
Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement

The Graphics Design & Desktop Publishing industry can be a rewarding and challenging creative experience which is fulfilling and satisfying. A huge amount of growth is currently occurring in the freelance sector of the graphics and desktop publishi...

International Career Institute - Course

Graphic Design: Elevate

Study method
Online
Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement

Upskilling in Graphic Design opens a career path full of opportunities, rewards and personal fulfilment. It’s a passion job where you can solve problems you care about, shifting perspectives through powerful visual communications. This course is ideal...

Academy Xi - Course

Graphic Design: Transform

Study method
Online
Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement

The demand for Graphic Designers is expanding, with over 1,250 roles available in Australia and the field set to grow by 12.9%1 over the next 5 years. This Graphic Design course is highly practical, immersive and will get you industry-ready faster than...

Academy Xi - Course

What is graphic design?

Graphic design involves using images and text to create advertisements and other marketing tools. To be an effective graphic designer you have to:

  • Understand communication design and how to use your communication skills in a graphic format
  • Be able to come up with design solutions and have strong problem solving to create the most effective designs possible
  • Be able to utilise programs like Adobe, design studio, and Photoshop within the design process
  • Understand design briefs and apply your design skills to a specific design project

Why should I study graphic design?

Many people are self-taught, and while that isn’t necessarily a bad thing, having a diploma of graphic design or an advanced diploma shows employers that you understand the creative industries, as well as basics of visual arts and design thinking. A course will also teach you the ins and outs of specific programs that you may be required to use within your career, and give you real-world experience. Each course has different course fees and entry requirements, but generally short courses don’t require high ATAR’s and are cheaper than higher education. There are also often distance learning options and support systems in place for international students, so make sure to check out each course individually and CRICOS for more information.

Where could a graphic design career take me?

If you’re an Australian looking to stay here, every city, including Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane has an enormous range of work for a talented graphic designer. Plus, with much of graphic designers work being able to be done from home, you could work from rural NSW or Victoria and enjoy a country lifestyle. Working in graphic design can also take you all over the world, from New York to London and beyond.

Possible career goals in the design industry include:

  • Creative Director
  • Art Director
  • Web Designer
  • Logo Design Specialist
  • In-house Graphic designer for a large company like Apple or Spotify

With so many available jobs, graphic design is a job that can work around you. Whether you want to work full-time or part-time, remotely or in person, graphic design is perfect for creative people who want a solid career. If this sounds like it could be you, get started by browsing our list of available graphic design courses!