Digital Graphic Design for 16 to 18 Year Olds Short Course

Course description

This 5-day short course in digital graphic design combines hands-on exercises, technical demonstrations, brief lectures and engaging discussions to inspire creativity and help you bring unique ideas to life using professional digital design tools.

During the course, you’ll learn how to design a magazine while gaining practical experience with industry-standard software like Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign.

You’ll learn to develop design skills and explore ways of creating impactful, thoughtful and unique work; as well as an understanding of how to use digital tools to turn your creative ideas into outcomes.

By the end of the week, you’ll have learned design skills and gained an understanding of graphic design software and how it can improve your projects. You’ll also produce examples of work to demonstrate your learnings and will have gained tools to start building a future portfolio.

Course outcomes

By the end of the course students should:

• Be able to use Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign
• Have learnt how to generate ideas into visual outcomes
• Have learnt how to develop ideas into concepts
• Be able to present design outcomes in a professional way

Who should attend?

This course is aimed at anyone aged 16 to 18 with an interest in art and design who wants to explore the exciting world of digital design using professional software.

The course is open to all levels, so whether you’re thinking about studying art and design or just want a fun and creative holiday experience, this course is for you.

Level: all levels welcome

Please note: this course is for students aged between 16 and 18.

Clear, easy to understand lessons:

• Our tutors will explain things in easy to understand, accessible English. If they need to use any special terminology they will make sure they explain what they mean.
• New methods will be shown to students through live demonstrations.

Experience life on campus:

• Join students at London College of Fashion, East Bank a world leader in fashion design, media and business education
• Network and share ideas with students from across the globe
• Access the technology and materials relevant to your discipline
• Ask questions of your tutor in real time
• Receive feedback and critique on your assignments
• Experience the many sights of London on your down time

Digital credentials (certificate of completion and digital badge):

• You've put the work in so we want to make sure you have something to show for it.
• Students will receive a UAL Short Courses digital badge and certificate on completion of the course.
• We always recommend you attend all of the classes so that you get the most out of the experience.
• Certificates and digital badges are a great way to enhance your CV, celebrate your accomplishments and stand out from the crowd. Find out more about our digital badges and credentials.

Useful information:

For practical information about our kids and teens courses, take a look at our kids and teens information hub. This includes details of our policies on safeguarding, food allergies and learning requirements.