- You must be 18 years or older to take this course. Individuals who are younger than 18 are not eligible to undertake this course
- You must be either an Australian citizen or permanent resident to be eligible to undertake this course
Course Overview
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 other traditional courses, quickly transforming your creative instincts into the tangible skill-set employers are searching for.
Who's It For?
This course has no prerequisites and is suitable for anyone looking to make a quick transition into the world of Graphic Design. If you are creative, a problem solver and enjoy the challenge of a unique brief, this is the career for you. Those interested in this course may include:
- Career changers seeking a fresh start in Graphic Design
- Creatives keen to develop a professional focus by producing visual content for business outcomes
- Junior designers wanting to upskill with the Adobe suite and climb the industry ladder
- Designers keen to upskill from traditional visual media to digital asset creation
- Anyone seeking a lifestyle change as a self-employed, freelance or contractor Graphic Designer
- Educators wanting to teach advanced digital design skills in secondary and tertiary learning
Job Outcomes
Potential career outcomes could include:
- Graphic Designer
- Visual Designer
- Brand Designer
What You'll Learn
Upon successful completion of the Graphic Design Transform course, you will be able to:
- Learning the foundational theories of design, including color theory, typography, and layout, equips students with the essential skills to create visually appealing designs.
- Gaining proficiency in industry-standard graphic design software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign enables students to execute professional-level designs.
- Understanding how to develop brand identities and visual strategies helps students create cohesive and impactful brand experiences.
- Learning to effectively communicate ideas visually ensures that designs are not only beautiful but also functional and clear to the audience.
- Building a comprehensive portfolio that demonstrates a range of design skills and creative thinking is crucial for securing employment in the graphic design industry.
- Benefit from 24 weeks of personalised career support, including resume building, interview preparation, and job placement assistance, to accelerate your entry into the industry.
- Earn an industry-recognised certificate and digital credential.
Study Method
- OnlineOnline delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
- BlendedBlended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
- In-classIn class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
- VirtualVirtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
Duration and Study Load
- 12 months, self-paced
Delivery
- 100% online
Course Features
- Designed by experts
- Dual focus: static + motion
- Build a unique portfolio
- Job-ready skills
- Real, live client projects
- Career support
- Active industry connections
- Hand-picked mentors
- 1:1 mentor support
- Industry-recognised certificate
- Alumni benefits
- Powerful learning platform
- Social learning
- Job guarantee
Assessment
Practical industry-standard assessments include:
- Creative briefs and assignments
- Quizzes
- Client pitch simulations
- Collaborative design projects
- Final design showcase
Technical Requirements
- Throughout this course, you’ll need to use Adobe Creative Cloud. Please refer to Adobe’s subscription price, which is not included in our course fees
- The Creative Cloud desktop app has the requirements for Windows and Mac operating systems, check the system requirements
- Tablet with stylus. Recommended: Wacom/iPad
Subjects
About Academy Xi
Our mission is to transform the world through education by empowering a community of changemakers with the skills to create waves of change and build a future-ready career or business.
To answer the insatiable demand for design and technology capabilities across all industries, we run practical, industry-relevant courses, in Human-Centred Design (UX, UI, Graphic Design and Service Design), Business and Marketing (Agile, Digital Growth Marketing, Product Management and Data Analytics), and New and Emerging Tech (Mixed Reality Design).
Designed and taught by passionate industry experts, our courses empower people and teams with the skills and confidence to stay ahead of the industry curve, build a future-ready career and transform their lives.