Certificate of Achievement in Graphic Design for Print and Web

Motivated. Creative. Innovative. If these words describe you, then our intensive Graphic Design for Print and Web certificate program is for you. Learn industry-best practices for how to craft effective design solutions using composition, typography, illustration, interactive media and web design. Throughout our program, you will work towards developing a cutting-edge portfolio filled with real-life projects that will help you stand out in the creative field of graphic and web design.

In order to achieve the best, you will learn from the best. This program offers instruction on industry standard applications and workflow, latest software, and design trends. Our classes are facilitated by experienced faculty who are working professionals in their field. Over the course of the program, you will build connections with industry professionals, alumni and community partners to help prepare you for future career opportunities, through supportive mentorship and coaching.

Upon graduating, you will hit the ground running ready to work as a junior to intermediate graphic and web designer. Our program will prepare you with the necessary employment skills to find work in creative agencies, in-house design teams, multimedia firms, freelance opportunities and more. You will use your newly acquired knowledge and skills to create stunning marketing materials, impactful brand identities, engaging editorial and publication designs, as well as interactive websites that are mobile-ready and SEO compatible using HTML5, CSS and jQuery. You will be equipped with the design skills that meet the needs and demands of small- to large-scale companies in any industry.

To be eligible for admission, applicants must demonstrate interest in graphic design and strong computer literacy by submitting a portfolio that includes 3-4 samples of their original creative work. This may include graphic designs, illustrations, paintings/sculptures, web designs, animations, architectures, or anything from a design-related field.

CAEL Online or In-Person: Overall band score of 60; Cambridge English Tests Minimum FCE/CAE/CPE Score -> Minimum B2 First / C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency Score: B2 First / C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency 169 (with no single subscore below 162) ; Duolingo Language Test+: 105 and above+ ; IELTS Academic Level: Overall 6.0 AND No band below 5.5; MET: 56; PTE: 53 - 57; TOEFL Academic Level: 550 for paper-based test OR 80 (20L, 20W, 20S, 20R) for internet-based test