Graphic Design Intro Course
Graphic Design Intro Course
Hands-on throughout and suitable for complete beginners and career changers.
Key Learning Points
Key Learning Points
- 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
If attending an online course you must have a licensed copy of any software required and access to a suitable computer.
You need no previous design experience to attend this course.
Who is this course for?
Suited to aspiring designers, marketing professionals, communicators and career changers who want to understand the foundations of graphic design. No prior design experience needed.
Expert Trainers
Course leader is an experienced industry expert
Course Dates
| Course Dates | Days | Location | Places | RRP | Discount | You Pay | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd Jul 26 | Thu | London Islington | Available | £399.00 | £70.00 | £329.00 + VAT | |
| 7th Sep 26 | Mon | Online | Available | £399.00 | £50.00 | £349.00 + VAT | |
| 24th Nov 26 | Tue | London Islington | Available | £399.00 | £20.00 | £379.00 + VAT | |
| 8th Jan 27 | Fri | Online | Available | £399.00 | £399.00 + VAT | ||
| 3rd Mar 27 | Wed | London Islington | Available | £399.00 | £399.00 + VAT | ||
| 28th Apr 27 | Wed | Online | Available | £399.00 | £399.00 + VAT |
| Course Dates | Days | Location | Places | RRP | Discount | You Pay | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd Jul 26 | Thu | London Islington | Available | £399.00 | £70.00 | £329.00 + VAT | |
| 24th Nov 26 | Tue | London Islington | Available | £399.00 | £20.00 | £379.00 + VAT | |
| 3rd Mar 27 | Wed | London Islington | Available | £399.00 | £399.00 + VAT |
| Course Dates | Days | Location | Places | RRP | Discount | You Pay | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7th Sep 26 | Mon | Online | Available | £399.00 | £50.00 | £349.00 + VAT | |
| 8th Jan 27 | Fri | Online | Available | £399.00 | £399.00 + VAT | ||
| 28th Apr 27 | Wed | Online | Available | £399.00 | £399.00 + VAT |
Course Dates
2nd Jul 26 (Thu)
7th Sep 26 (Mon)
24th Nov 26 (Tue)
8th Jan 27 (Fri)
3rd Mar 27 (Wed)
28th Apr 27 (Wed)
Course Outline
Design brief
Understanding the design process
How to communicate what you have created
Creativity and context - What you actually need to know to push great work out into the world
Improving your visual skills and exploring different ways of seeing
Composition
What it means to have a well composed piece of work
Good design principles:
Form & Space
Figure & Ground
Gestalt Psychology
Symmetry/Asymmetry
Layout Principles
Branding
Brand Guidelines
Understanding the difference between logos and logotypes
How to use brand guidelines to create inspiring work
Imagery
When to use illustration or photography
Visual Storytelling
Where to buy images from
A bit about copyright
Typography
Font families and how they work
Basics of font makeup (serif/non serif and styles of font)
Which fonts pair well together and which fonts to avoid
Where and how to buy fonts
Crucial tips on how to use typography in your work
Optimum text point sizes for different viewing platforms
Colour theory
Choosing colours that work well together
Understanding the difference between screen and print colours
Why colour is important
How to restrict a colour palette
Resources & further learning
Useful websites
Podcasts
Further Reading
Questions and answers
This course is also available as a private course. This would allow you to choose any dates for your training. And, if you wish, we can tailor the content for you or your team. Please contact us for more details.
Career paths
Roles this course supports
People training on Graphic Design Intro often work in the careers below.
Who attends?
Career Progressives
Professionals who wish to develop skills for their current role and companies who believe in developing their talent.
Career Changers
People seeking opportunities which require new skills. Industry relevant training for those pursuing a new role.
Graduates
Certified courses for those who have earned their theoretical stripes, but need to prove capability to future employers.
Learn Your Way
Face To Face
Learn face-to-face with expert mentors in a dynamic setting that inspires growth and confidence.
Live Online
Join remotely with expert mentors in real time — flexible, interactive learning that fits your lifestyle.
Team Training
Upskill your team together. Build your team and develop consistency, and collective confidence.
Three Steps To Success
Identify Your Path
Define your direction with purpose, aligning your learning journey to personal and career goals.
Learn With Experts
Gain practical insight from real-world experts who bring clarity, confidence, and momentum to your growth.
Earn Certification
Your certificate of attendance is proof of progress — benchmarking your skills and commitment to growth.
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