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Graphic design courses in London, at our Islington centre or live online. Classes are up to eight at the centre, or up to six live online.

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Graphic Design Intro training course

Graphic Design Intro

From £349 + VAT

  One day    Live online     Private options

Learn the fundamental principles of graphic design on this expert-led one-day introduction course.

Covering the design process, composition, visual hierarchy, typography and font pairing, colour theory, working within brand guidelines and combining illustration with photography — suitable for complete beginners and career changers.

  •  Follow a professional design process
  •  Apply composition principles to any layout
  •  Choose and use type with confidence
  •  Work within and develop brand guidelines
  •  Apply colour theory to your design work

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    "Great examples and loved the detailed principles around design and that they were practical as well as the more abstract bits."

    CIOT - 7 September 2026 - With Sebastian

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    "The training was informative and the trainer demonstrated good knowledge of the subject. There was a lot of useful information and key takeaways that I can apply moving forward. Thank you."

    Landmarc - 7 September 2026 - With Sebastian

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    "Very knowledgeable and used our work as examples, which was helpful to see in context"

    Sort Group - 23 July 2026 - With Ian

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    "I liked how we went through creating designs together, and the different examples shown. It was good to be given feedback on the work we have previously done to see how it could be improved."

    Sort Group - 23 July 2026 - With Ian

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    "Knowledge of trainer and the course content was very good."

    NHS Great Ormond Street Hospital - 2 July 2026 - With Ian

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Logo Design training course

Logo Design

  One day    Live online     Private options

Learn professional logo design from concept to finished artwork on this one-day practical course.

Covering competitor and audience research, brief definition, concept development, sketching, drawing in Adobe Illustrator using shape tools and the Pen Tool, and preparing and exporting finished artwork — prior Illustrator experience required.

  •  Research trends, audiences and competitor brands
  •  Define and work confidently to a design brief
  •  Develop and refine a strong logo concept
  •  Draw your logo accurately in Adobe Illustrator
  •  Prepare and export finished artwork correctly

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    "Fantastic training! Perfectly tailored to my needs. Simon was patient, enthusiastic and very knowledgeable. Checked in with me throughout to ensure I felt that the training was useful to me, my current project and my future new career. Allowed me to learn from listening and doing, all in a supportive environment."

    4 August 2025 - With Simon

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    "Being friendly! Everyone was incredibly welcoming and made me feel very comfortable all day."

    MCC - 11 April 2025 - With Simon

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Our Graphic Design short beginners course is a perfect entry into the world of graphics and creative design software.

You'll learn the design process and design principles required to convey your message through visual communication. There will also be time to examine the further technical skills you'll need to move into exciting areas like logo design and motion graphics.

Learn with the largest creative training company in the UK, either face to face at our London training centre or by joining one of our live online courses.

If your role is as a Graphic Designer, Marketing Assistant, Communications Assistant, Social Media Executive or Presentation Designer this is the introductory design class for you.

Learn your way

Face to face

Face to face

Train at our Islington centre in a class of up to eight. Ask the trainer anything, as often as you need.

Live online

Live online

The same course, taught live over Zoom in a class of up to six. You'll need your own computer and software.

Team training

Team training

Private courses for your team, at our centre, at your office or live online. We can build the day around your own files and brand.

Who attends?

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Getting better at your job

You need a skill for the role you already have, or your employer is investing in the team.

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Changing career

You're moving into a new field and need the practical skills it asks for.

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Just graduated

You know the theory. A practical course and a certificate of attendance show employers you can do the work.

Recent Graphic Design reviews

Graphic Design Intro 7 September 2026 · Online · Public

Great examples and loved the detailed principles around design and that they were practical as well as the more abstract bits.

LN CIOT

Graphic Design Intro 7 September 2026 · Online · Public

The training was informative and the trainer demonstrated good knowledge of the subject. There was a lot of useful information and key takeaways that I can apply moving forward. Thank you.

FM Landmarc

Graphic Design Intro 23 July 2026 · Online · Private team training

Very knowledgeable and used our work as examples, which was helpful to see in context

JL Sort Group

Graphic Design Intro 23 July 2026 · Online · Private team training

I liked how we went through creating designs together, and the different examples shown. It was good to be given feedback on the work we have previously done to see how it could be improved.

KG Sort Group

Graphic Design Intro 2 July 2026 · In Person · Public

Knowledge of trainer and the course content was very good.

SN NHS Great Ormond Street Hospital

Graphic Design Intro 2 July 2026 · In Person · Public

Very easy to follow, good structure to the day and very nice trainer

GC DCMS

Graphic Design Intro 2 July 2026 · In Person · Public

Covered a lot of the fundamentals in a really useful and practical way. Nice balance of theory and practical application. Felt like I could improve straightaway/ apply it straightaway. Nice amount of breaks

EH Heard

Graphic Design Intro 10 June 2026 · In Person · Private team training

Really tailoring the training to what would be most relevant for us and letting us ask questions throughout. It was super insightful and made me feel lots more confident in tackling design briefs. The space is lovely, trainer a real expert and great at keeping us engaged throughout the day.

OC Future

Graphic Design Intro 10 June 2026 · In Person · Private team training

A great overview of design with lots of interactive elements. It was very engaging and fun!

EW Future

Graphic Design Intro 10 June 2026 · In Person · Private team training

Really great explanations of concepts for beginners - asked lots of questions to get our level and understanding. Managed to hold our attention all day! Sense of humour, bespoke learning and a creative atmosphere.

AM Future

Graphic Design Intro 11 February 2026 · Online · Public

Ian was very organized and gave great tips throughout the session.

LD Amer Sports

Graphic Design Intro 20 November 2025 · In Person · Public

Very welcoming, had everything we needed for the day and it was really well equipped

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