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Graphic Design Portfolio Layout Online Short Course

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Design a professional graphic design portfolio. Learn layout techniques to showcase your work effectively. This self-paced course offers flexible learning for busy schedules, from any location.

Course description

Course overview

The Graphic Design Portfolio Layout Online Short Course is designed to help students explore visual language and showcase their abilities. The course aims to prepare students for graphic design practice, boost their confidence and lay the groundwork for the development of graphic design skills.

This self-paced course is divided into two topics with two activities which each respond to a specific graphic design concept. Each topic focuses on a specific aspect of portfolio design and consists of a lecture presentation or video demonstration supporting a deeper exploration of the material.

Our self-paced short courses are all about flexibility. Students can learn from any internet-connected location at a time that suits them. When you sign up for a self-paced course, you will be able to connect with other learners in an exciting global community.

Students on the course have the opportunity to actively engage in class discussions and activities at their own pace and share their outcomes with other learners.

Total recorded hours: 1 hour 45 min

Estimated hours of self-study to complete course: 6 hours 30 min

Who this course is for

This course would be a good fit for anyone looking to gain a solid grounding in the principles and practices of graphic design and visual communication, as well as those wishing to build a portfolio of design projects for future studies or professional development.

This self-paced course is designed for students aged 16 years and up. To ensure a supportive learning environment, students will be placed into age-appropriate groups for forum access and peer-to-peer support. Grouping will be determined by the date of birth provided at the time of booking.

Key information

Topics covered

Topic 1: Designing your portfolio

  • Lecture presentation (45:33)
  • Task (30 min): discovering the grid
  • Task (30 min): information hierarchy

Topic 2: Software tutorials

  • Designing your portfolio
  • Resource: download Scribus
  • Resource: download InDesign

Learning outcomes

  • Have a broader and deeper understanding of graphic design and visual communication as a practice
  • Improved ability to think creatively and formulate and develop ideas through a range of creative processes
  • Gained a practical understanding of the key principles of visual language
  • Developed ability to effectively communicate ideas / concepts through visual presentation, including a basic understanding of the key principles of layout and grid systems
  • Receive a digital badge and certificate of attendance

Materials

  • Scribus and/or InDesign (available during the course)
  • Magazines or newspapers: 1 or 2 should suffice
  • Black Fineliner pen/s
  • Pencil/s
  • Coloured pen/s
  • A steel ruler
  • Sharp scissors or a craft knife
  • A cutting mat
  • White paper
  • Black paper: One A2 sheet will be enough
  • Sketchbook/s: and/or notebook/s
  • A phone for taking photos of your exercises

Please see our Guide to taking online short courses.

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