OKANAGAN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE · CANADA
Graphic Design Essentials Microcredential
Certificate · Taught in en · UCAS MCGDE
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This 120-hour microcredential offers a foundational understanding of graphic and digital design principles. You'll gain a balance of theoretical knowledge and practical experience, focusing on core Adobe Creative Suite applications to prepare you for creating designs for websites and publications. The program covers graphic design principles, digital asset creation, layout optimization, and how to organize design deliverables. You will use software tools to produce a small portfolio of projects that demonstrate your design skills.
Curriculum
The program covers essential topics in graphic and digital design, including writing for digital content, introductions to design principles, and practical application of Adobe Creative Suite.
- Program Outline
- Professional Writing for Digital ContentGDE 100
- Introduction to Graphic DesignGDE 110
- Your Digital Toolkit - Adobe Creative Suite Applications IGDE 120
- Your Digital Toolkit - Adobe Creative Suite Applications IIGDE 130
Entry requirements
B.C. secondary school graduation or equivalentMust be completed.
Alternatively, be 19 years of age and have been out of secondary school for at least one year as of the first day of classes.Must be met.
English 1260%
A minimum of 50% of the program must be completed through Okanagan College.
Fees
Tuition (international)This program is only available to domestic students.
Tuition (home)$1,701 total program cost for domestic students. All amounts are approximate and subject to change. Adobe Creative Subscription is not included in tuition and may incur additional material fees. Check if this program is student loan eligible.
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All amounts are approximate and subject to change. Adobe Creative Subscription is not included in tuition.
How to apply
1. Apply OnlineVisit the Okanagan College application portal to begin your application.
2. Meet Admission RequirementsEnsure you meet the academic requirements (BC secondary school graduation or equivalent, or age 19 with one year out of school) and English language proficiency (English 12 with 60% or alternatives).