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Design Principles & Visual Communication
30–60 minutes
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PCT-FSC-016 · Free Skills Course · School of Creative & Marketing Studies
Graphic Design Fundamentals
Learn the foundations of visual communication including layout, colour, typography, images, branding and export workflows for digital and print design.
2 Weeks DurationBeginner LevelOnline / Self-Paced FormatCertificate of Completion Award
Course overview
Learn the foundations of visual communication including layout, colour, typography, images, branding and export workflows for digital and print design.
What you will learn
- Apply core design principles
- Use colour and typography intentionally
- Build balanced layouts and grids
- Create basic brand and marketing materials
- Prepare files for digital and print use
Learning Outcomes
- Apply core design principles
- Use colour and typography intentionally
- Build balanced layouts and grids
- Create basic brand and marketing materials
- Prepare files for digital and print use
Programme Information
- Programme type: Free Skills Course
- Course code: PCT-FSC-016
- Study load: Self-paced
- Award: Certificate of Completion
Open enrolment. A once-off registration fee may apply according to current Ploutos policy.
Curriculum
6 Structured Lessons
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Colour Theory & Typography
30–60 minutes
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3
Layout, Grids & Composition
30–60 minutes
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4
Images, Graphics & Editing
30–60 minutes
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5
Branding & Marketing Materials
30–60 minutes
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6
Portfolio, Export & File Management
30–60 minutes
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