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Graphic Design

Diploma of Graphic Design

National ID: CUA50720 | State ID: BGU2

Complete this Diploma and you'll be well equipped to find employment with experience in running live briefs and advanced software skills

Study the Diploma of Graphic Design and you will develop advanced techniques in InDesign and Illustrator and use them to design annual reports, corporate identities, packaging and other press-ready artwork.
The Diploma also provides in-depth exposure to web design using WordPress, user interfaces, 2D motion graphics using After Effectsand the current trend of UX Design (User Experience).

You will also learn 3D modelling using Trimble Sketchup to assist in visualising packaging, signage and concept art and bring them to life with some Blender 3D. The Diploma course also gives you the opportunity to continue explorations into concept development, creative thinking, online social media advertising and digital illustration using our iPad and ProCreate lab.

The Diploma paves the way for the Advanced Diploma, and at Diploma level it is expected that you will work at a certain level of autonomy regarding research and time management. It is not uncommon for students at this level to gain employment in the industry, where you have access to workplace assessment or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:

Graphic Design Assistant

Other job titles may include:

Web and Multimedia Design Assistant

Further Study Option(s)

Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design

Course overview

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  • Not competitive
  • No selection criteria
Location Duration Competitive Selection criteria
No No selection criteria

Please contact the college to receive an indicative price for this course.

Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design

National ID: CUA60320 | State ID: BGS1

Add to your palette of graphic design skills

The Advanced Diploma will make you ‘industry-ready’ and during the course you will develop a stunning portfolio which culminates in the end-of-year grad show. Our grad show is the highlight of the year and is attended by industry stakeholders, many of whom are alumni who are now leading the industry.

You can choose from two streams - User Experience Design or Illustration. This means that although everyone does the common core units there is the opportunity to specialise in electives. Our industry consultation outlines the demand for illustrative design as well as a more User Experience/ User Interface approach.

We integrate live briefs with real clients. An example of the high standard of work our students produce is our involvement with the International Society of Typographic Designers (ISTD) where our students have won international awards and our participation in Award School. All students become members of the Australian Graphic Design Association (AGDA), the industry’s leading body.

We also host the annual AGDA folio review where feedback is received from industry members on how to best structure your portfolio. In addition to this, we conduct industry visits and host guest speakers who shed light on the latest trends in our industry.

This course is demanding, but the rewards and satisfaction are great. Many of our graduates go on to enrol into a degrees in design and receive advanced standing at all WA universities. We have study pathways and agreements with Curtin University in particular, see the Further Study section below for details.

Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:

Graphic Designer

Other job titles may include:

  • Packaging designer
  • Advertising designer
  • Illustrative designer
  • Corporate designer
  • Web and multimedia designer
  • Graphic design assistant

Further Study Option(s)

North Metropolitan TAFE has an articulation agreement with Curtin University, which means your Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design can give you up to 400 credits in Curtin's Bachelor of Design, Graphic Design Major.

Course overview

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  • Not competitive
  • No selection criteria
Location Duration Competitive Selection criteria
No No selection criteria

Please contact the college to receive an indicative price for this course.

Certificate IV in Design (Graphic Design)

National ID: CUA40720 | State ID: AC92

The umbrella of Graphic Design covers many diverse career possibilities

Our Certificate IV in Design (Graphic Design) is a foundation course that provides you with a broad understanding and experience of the graphic design discipline, including Corporate and Branding, Packaging, User Experience, Web/Interface and Environmental signage design to name but a few.

This qualification is weighted approximately 50/50 digital versus traditional, manual skills. We concentrate on solid software skills using industry-standard Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign in an environment that replicates a real industry setup. Our lecturers are hands-on and always present to help as the course is delivered using learning activities such as tutorials, design briefs and class discussions.

Some units concentrate on an introduction to web and interface design, while other units cover conceptual and creative thinking skills.

Graphic Designers communicate through images and words. The industry demands a mastery of typography and you will begin this journey by having fun combining digital techniques with traditional Letterpress to learn the basics. Our industry also demands drawing and sketching skills to convey concepts to both clients and fellow designers and our drawing unit lays the foundation for further development in digital illustration required in the Diploma and beyond.

Design is a process that combines elements into a workable solution whether it be a logo or an app interface and our concept development and ideation units have these foundation skills covered. Successful completion of this course will equip you with the skills needed to enter the Diploma of Graphic Design.

Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:

Junior Graphic Design Assistant

Further Study Option(s)

Diploma of Graphic Design

Course overview

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  • Not competitive
  • No selection criteria
Location Duration Competitive Selection criteria
No No selection criteria

Please contact the college to receive an indicative price for this course.

National ID: CUA50715 | State ID: AZK6

Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:

Graphic Design Assistant, Web and Multimedia Design Assistant

Further Study Option(s)

Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design

Course overview

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  • Not competitive
  • No selection criteria
Location Duration Competitive Selection criteria
No No selection criteria

Please contact the college to receive an indicative price for this course.

National ID: CUA60315 | State ID: AZL7

Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:

  • Packaging designer
  • Advertising designer
  • Illustrative designer
  • Corporate designer
  • Web and multimedia designer
  • Graphic design assistant

Further Study Option(s)

North Metropolitan TAFE has an articulation agreement with Curtin University which means your Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design can give you up to 400 credits in Curtin's Bachelor of Design Graphic, Design Major.

Course overview

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  • Not competitive
  • No selection criteria
Location Duration Competitive Selection criteria
No No selection criteria

Please contact the college to receive an indicative price for this course.

National ID: CUA40715 | State ID: AB15

Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:

Junior Graphic Design Assistant

Further Study Option(s)

Diploma of Graphic Design, Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design

Course overview

 logoView this course on 's website

  • Not competitive
  • No selection criteria
Location Duration Competitive Selection criteria
No No selection criteria

Please contact the college to receive an indicative price for this course.

National ID: CUA60315 | State ID: AZL7

Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:

  • Packaging designer
  • Advertising designer
  • Illustrative designer
  • Corporate designer
  • Web and multimedia designer
  • Graphic design assistant

Further Study Option(s)

North Metropolitan TAFE has an articulation agreement with Curtin University which means your Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design can give you up to 400 credits in Curtin's Bachelor of Design Graphic, Design Major.

Course overview

View this course on North Metro Tafe's website

Perth

  • Two semesters
  • Not competitive
  • No selection criteria
Location Duration Competitive Selection criteria
Perth Two semesters No No selection criteria

Please contact the college to receive an indicative price for this course.

National ID: CUA50715 | State ID: AZK6

Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:

Graphic Design Assistant, Web and Multimedia Design Assistant Further Study Option(s) Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design

Course overview

View this course on North Metro Tafe's website

Perth

  • Two semesters
  • Not competitive
  • No selection criteria
Location Duration Competitive Selection criteria
Perth Two semesters No No selection criteria
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Esperance

  • Two semesters
  • Not competitive
  • No selection criteria
Location Duration Competitive Selection criteria
Esperance Two semesters No No selection criteria

Please contact the college to receive an indicative price for this course.

National ID: CUA40715 | State ID: AB15

Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:

Junior Graphic Design Assistant

Further Study Option(s)

Diploma of Graphic Design, Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design

Course overview

View this course on North Metro Tafe's website

Perth

  • Two semesters
  • Not competitive
  • No selection criteria
Location Duration Competitive Selection criteria
Perth Two semesters No No selection criteria

Please contact the college to receive an indicative price for this course.

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Eligible students will be entitled to apply for a VET Student Loan. Comprehensive information on VET Student Loans can be found on the Australian Government website education.gov.au/vet-student-loans

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