Faculty of Graphic Design

Welcome to the Faculty of Graphic Design  
  
Gain a qualification that can really take you places
and a taste for life in the design industry.
 
> Graduate with a professional portfolio
> Taught by design professionals
> Use the latest Adobe software and iMac computers

about graphic design courses

Graphic design involves the creative process of translating concepts into a visual form  –  graphic design courses can open up a world of truly exciting career paths.  Qualified graphic designers use their artistry and technical skills to visually communicate marketing ideas – for example: 

> Multimedia and motion graphics
> Direct Mail campaigns
> Online promotions
> Marketing Communications
> Website development
> Corporate Identity and branding
> Advertising campaigns and promotional assets
> Product/packaging/display design


In essence, graphic designers develop the ‘look and feel’ for almost any kind of project. Places of employment include advertising agencies, design studios, publishing houses, pre-press companies and client side (meaning any company that has graphic designers on its staff).  And once you have experience, you may even choose to establish your own business and work in a freelance capacity.

Graphic design courses and technical skills

  
For any graphic designer working in a modern commercial environment, knowledge of key software packages is essential for success and career progression. 
 
Graphic design courses at Martin College involve learning the latest Adobe suite (In-design; Photoshop; Illustrator), ensuring that you are ready to enter the workplace armed with the necessary software s kills.

Courses: Graphic Design Diploma Program; Diploma of Graphic Design; Certificate IV in Design; Bridging Course in Graphic Design

"When I graduated I pretty much landed the job that I am still in today. I am now working for a Graphic Design Studio..." more >

Beverley Pugliese
Diploma of Graphic Design

Student Magazine

Imagine - Student Graphic Design Magazine


IMAGINE is the Martin College Graphic Design student magazine, showcasing work from our talented cohort of upcoming designers. 
 
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