Duration: 18 Months Standard & 12 months Fast-Track
Graphic Design and Photography and are two of the most influential and powerful forms of visual communication. Graphic designers use their creative skills and design application know-how to create images and designs to promote products and services in the commercial world. Photographers produce images that tell a story, communicate a message, and show evidence of something.
Develop the relevant industry skills in both disciplines to become a professional Graphic Designer and Photographer.
What you will learn in the Graphic Design concentration
- Stage 1 – Visual Communication Fundamentals
- Idea Generation
- Conceptual Creative Thinking
- Principles and Elements of Design
- Typography
Stage 2 – Graphic Design Software Skills
- Adobe Photoshop Skills
- Adobe Illustrator Skills
- Adobe InDesign Skills
Stage 3 – Portfolio Preparation Areas
- Publication Design
- Brand Identity Design
- Packaging Design
What you will learn in the Photography concentration
- What is photography?
- History and Emergence of photography
- Digital vrs Analogue
- Genres of photography
- DSLR camera skills
- Composition
- Characteristics of light
- Studio lighting
- Location lighting
- Photo-Retouching
Course Requirements
Participants must ensure they have the necessary hardware and software.
Hardware Requirements
- MacBook Pro or i7 PC/laptop with a minimum of 16GB RAM
- DSLR camera
- Headset for communication with instructors
- Notepad, pens, and pencils for note-taking
Software Requirements
- Microsoft Office – Word
- Adobe Photoshop CC
Entry Requirements
Basic computer and internet competencies. You should have successfully completed senior high school, at least.
How will the programme be delivered?
The Graphic Design aspect is delivered 100% live online while photography is delivered in-person. International students can request to be offered online classes.
How you will learn
Learning is through live practical workshops and self-directed projects.
Where you will learn
The programme is delivered live online via Google Meet or Zoom. You can take part in classes from anywhere in the world.
How you will be assessed
To successfully complete this programme, you will be required to submit a creative portfolio covering the programme’s specialization areas. Works in the portfolio must demonstrate professionalism and excellence from assessor’s perspective.
Tuition Fee
GHC16,000
for Ghanaian students &
USD4,000
for international students
Tuition Fee Payment Plan: 4 equal instalments for Ghanaian students and 3 equal instalments for international students. Note: You get 20% discount on tuition fee if you can pay the full tuition fee amount
Why learn this course with us?
- This is the most comprehensive graphic design and photography programme in Africa.
- The programme is taught in a manner that reflects industry practice.
- Only experienced industry practitioners who work or have worked on international brands or with design agencies teach our courses.
Career Prospects & Path
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- Graphic Designer
- Digital Photographer
- Publication Designer
- Package Designer
- Brand Identity Designer
Career Paths
Most graduates after school either seek employment within a design or photography company or start their own business.
Career paths include:
- Advertising
- Animation
- Motion design
- Game design
- Design education
- Photography education
- Film Making
Complete the form to apply for this programme.
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