Certificate in Digital Media + Design
Design
A course by
Whitecliffe College
A semester-long certificate developing foundational skills in graphic design and digital media, suitable for junior creative roles or as a pathway to degree-level study in design fields.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 3 locations
It will take a total of 18 weeks
Core skills this course teaches
Develop foundational graphic design skills
Acquire practical and theoretical skills in graphic design and digital media processes.
Apply visual communication and drawing techniques
Understand and utilize visual communication and drawing skills within the context of graphic design.
Build a design portfolio
Create a portfolio showcasing design and digital media projects, suitable for application to further study or creative work.
What You're Signing Up For
The Certificate in Digital Media + Design introduces students to the principles of graphic design and digital media processes. It emphasizes both critical thinking and technical skills, with learning delivered through lectures, demonstrations, and creative projects. Students gain theoretical knowledge and practical skills in visual communication and drawing, creating a portfolio suitable for continued tertiary study or entry into junior roles in creative industries.
Course Content
- Introduction to graphic design practice
- Digital media processes
- Visual communication
- Drawing techniques
- Technical processes and critical thinking in design
- Creative project assignments
- Portfolio development
What you need to know first
Applicants must turn 17 within their first year of study at Whitecliffe.
No formal qualification or portfolio required.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Design
Graphic Design
Creative Industries
Future employment opportunities might be
Junior Digital Designer
Publication Designer
Illustrator