Software Tech Academy

Graphic Design Course

The graphic design course at Software Tech teaches design principles, Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, branding and social media design through real briefs, so you finish with a portfolio that wins work.

  • LevelBeginner
  • Duration8 weeks
  • FormatOnline or in person
  • AwardCertificate of completion

Course overview

About the Graphic Design Course

Good design is a skill you can learn. This course combines the principles that make designs work — layout, typography, colour and hierarchy — with hands-on training in the software professionals use.

You will design logos and brand identities, social media graphics, posters, brochures and ad creatives, working from realistic client briefs. Feedback sessions help you improve quickly, and you leave with a portfolio of finished pieces.

What you will learn

  • Apply core design principles confidently
  • Use Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
  • Design logos and simple brand identities
  • Create social media and ad graphics
  • Prepare files for print and digital
  • Present a professional design portfolio

Curriculum

What the course covers

6 modules, each with practical exercises.

01Design principles3 topics
  • Layout, grids and hierarchy
  • Typography
  • Colour theory
02Adobe Photoshop3 topics
  • Photo editing and retouching
  • Layers, masks and compositing
  • Social media graphics
03Adobe Illustrator3 topics
  • Vector shapes and the pen tool
  • Icons and illustrations
  • Logo construction
04Branding3 topics
  • Brand strategy basics
  • Logo and identity design
  • Brand guidelines
05Marketing design3 topics
  • Posters, flyers and brochures
  • Ad creatives
  • Print-ready files
06Portfolio and freelancing3 topics
  • Building your portfolio
  • Working with client briefs
  • Pricing and finding work

Who this course is for

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    FAQs

    Graphic Design course questions

    Do I need to be good at drawing?

    No. Graphic design is about layout, type and colour, not drawing skill. We teach everything step by step.

    Which software do I need?

    Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. We advise on licences and can show free alternatives such as Canva for some tasks.

    Will I build a portfolio?

    Yes. Every module includes a practical project, and you finish with portfolio-ready work.

    Is there feedback on my work?

    Yes. Trainers give regular feedback and review your final portfolio.

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