Advanced Diploma in Visual Design
You’ll develop the cultural awareness and critical thinking skills you need to analyze and produce a broad range of discourse in a full spectrum of careers — and to make a difference in whatever you do.
- 2 Years / Onsite
- Intakes: Jan, Apr, Jun, Oct
Overview
The Advanced Diploma in Visual Design is a dynamic program designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to create compelling visual communications across multiple platforms. The course covers graphic design, digital media, typography, branding, and user experience (UX) design. Students will explore design principles, software tools, digital illustration, and web and mobile design. The program emphasizes creative problem-solving, conceptualization, and visual storytelling to produce designs that effectively communicate messages. Practical projects and portfolio development are integral to the course, preparing students for the fast-evolving design industry.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the program can pursue careers as graphic designers, visual communication specialists, UI/UX designers, brand strategists, digital illustrators, and motion graphic designers. They can work in a variety of industries such as advertising agencies, design studios, tech companies, digital media firms, and freelance design. Opportunities also exist in web development, digital marketing, packaging design, and multimedia production.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:
- Develop innovative visual designs using digital and traditional media
- Understand typography, color theory, and visual hierarchy for effective communication
- Use industry-standard design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and web design tools
- Create a professional design portfolio that showcases their capabilities in various visual design disciplines
Programme
| Semester 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Visual Design | ||
| Graphic Design Fundamentals | ||
| Typography & Branding | ||
| Photo Manipulation & Image Editing | ||
| Web Design Basics | ||
| Portfolio Development – I |
| Semester 2 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Advertising Design & Packaging | ||
| Web & Mobile Design | ||
| Interactive Design & Digital Publishing | ||
| Creative Problem-Solving & Visual Storytelling | ||
| Visual Marketing & Social Media Design | ||
| Final Design Project & Portfolio Development – II |
How to Apply?
- You Apply
Tell us a little about yourself and we’ll help with the rest. Our convenient online application tool only takes 10 minutes to complete.
- We Connect
After you submit your application, an admissions representative will contact you and will help you to complete the process.
- You Get Ready
Once you’ve completed your application and connected with an admissions representative, you’re ready to create your schedule.