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THE GRAPHIC DESIGN SCHOOL COURSE BROCHUREThe CUA40720 Certificate IV in Designqualification is recognised by employers andindustry groups Australia wide. Here's anoverview of everything you'll learn.Module 1 Introduction to Graphic DesignAn overview of what graphic design is and the variedprofessional opportunities it provides. Students willbe inspired by great work and introduced to themost popular designer sites and understand workin the various industries that designers work in.The assessment work involves research of a chosendesigner, that will open the eyes of the student tothe amazing design everywhere around us.Module 2 Design BasicsStudents will begin putting design elements andprinciples into practice and make decisions usingthe visual language of a designer. By doing verysimple studies, this module will introduce studentsto vector based Adobe Illustrator, and help them seethe power of design and carefully applied principles.Module 3 Introduction to TypographyTypography is a critical skill to the graphic designer.In Module 3, An overview of what typography isand the integral role it plays in graphic design.Upon completion of this module, students will beintroduced to typography as design, and be ableto identify type styles and render font families.The module that inspires a love of type.Upon completion of this module, students will havea knowledge of the vocabulary and tools needed tocreate dynamic, meaningful colour compositions andpalettes, understanding the power of colour choicein design. When it comes to software, students willdiscover the range of colour tools available in theAdobe Illustrator programme.Module 5 Type FundamentalsTypographic elements and principles will be put intopractice through layout studies within a given format.Exploration of type as a singular letter form, a line oftype and paragraph will open the eyes of the studentto type as a design element. Students will researchand analyse iconic designs, expanding their designknowledge and vocabulary.With the aid of Adobe Illustrator software and our indepth video tutorials, students will build upon theirknowledge as they begin to draw letter forms andpractice letter kerning. Students will understandhow Typography affects the way we read andcommunicate and how to communicate effectivelythrough type choice and applied design principles.Module 4 Colour Theory and PracticeIn module 4 students will learn the critical elementsand principles of colour that create meaningfuldesignFor more information about the CertificateIV in Design course you can email us atinfo@thegraphicdesignschool.comTHE GRAPHIC DESIGN SCHOOL 2022 STUDENT PROSPECTUS BROCHURE VERSION V6.6 RTO PROVIDER REGISTRATION NO: 9170616

THE GRAPHIC DESIGN SCHOOL COURSE BROCHUREINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COModule 6 PhotographyAn overview of digital photography. Uponcompletion of this module, students will have aworking knowledge of the vocabulary and toolsneeded to create dynamic, meaningful photographiccompositions.This module is where students are introduced topixel-based software and start to manipulate imagesin Adobe Photoshop. The importance of usinggrid systems is introduced here. Students learn toconceptualise, sketch ideas and finally produce amagazine ready ad, using their own photography.Module 7: Logo DesignStudent work by Saale SurteeStudents will use the tools they have learned tocreate basic typographic systems. The focus is oncreating dynamic logotypes and understanding howcolour and type choice communicate a message.Students will learn how to analyse and manipulateletter forms to create legible, well crafted, meaningfuland dynamic logos.Students will start to solve ‘real world’ designproblems with the client in mind. This projectintroduces students to the creative process, thedesign brief and the integral part that research playsin the design process. Students will use briefs fromthis point onwards in the course.Module 8: Design SystemsStudents will begin to show a command of designprinciples by creating, refining and developing adynamic, unified organic animal and an icon designsystem. Students will use Adobe Illustrator (vectorbased software) to develop their marks and iconsystem. Students will further their understandingof design principles and elements by focusing onunity in design in particular throughout this module.Student work by Eduardo VellosoTHE GRAPHIC DESIGN SCHOOL 2022 STUDENT PROSPECTUS BROCHURE VERSION V6.6 RTO PROVIDER REGISTRATION NO: 9170617

THE GRAPHIC DESIGN SCHOOL COURSE BROCHUREURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSESModule 9: Layout DesignStudents will deepen their knowledge of composition,proportion and layout design by incorporating gridsystem, typography, imagery and layout skills in acommercial magazine layout. The ability to plan andcreate multi-page typographic layouts is taken to anadvanced level in this module.Module 10: Design Systems Part IIType & Image learning outcome: Students willcontinue to create design solutions with the realworld client in mind. They will learn to define projectgoals and create a design brief for a client of theirchoosing. In this module students will create acomplete design system for their client, includinga Corporate Identity System (logo, business card,letterhead, branding). Students will also delve intothe world of packaging with a complete packagingproject.Student work by Tamryn Van Der MerweFinally, they will conceptualise, plan and execute acomplete Advertising Campaign for a chosen client.Module 11: Preparing your PortfolioStudents will learn the importance of marketingthemselves and their work and prepare a professionalportfolio. They will design a Personal Identity Systemand learn to plan their Portfolio, analyse and refinetheir work. Students will create a design system fortheir portfolio and place their refined work withinthis system.Module 12: Making your Portfolio GreatModule 12 is the opportunity to make your portfolioeven better! Take a great portfolio and make itexcellent. We also cover Industry Consultation, CoverLetter and Resumes, WHS and Copyright, to get youreally industry ready!Student work by Gabor MikusTHE GRAPHIC DESIGN SCHOOL 2022 STUDENT PROSPECTUS BROCHURE VERSION V6.6 RTO PROVIDER REGISTRATION NO: 9170618

THE GRAPHIC DESIGN SCHOOL COURSE BROCHUREThe 12 modules within the course have beenholistically designed around the 15 units ofcompetency comprised in the CUA40720Certificate IV in Design training package.Core UnitsBSBCRT411 Apply critical thinking to work practicesCUADES305 Source and apply information on the history and theory of designCUADES411 Generate design solutionsCUADES412 Interpret and respond to a design briefCUAWHS312 Apply work health and safety practicesCUAACD411 Integrate colour theory and design processesCUAPPR411 Realise a creative projectElective UnitsCUADES301 Explore the use of colourCUADES302 Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D formsCUADES303 Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D formsCUADES304 Source and apply design industry knowledgeCUAGRD312 Use typography techniquesCUAGRD411 Research and apply graphic design techniquesCUAPHI411 Capture images in response to a briefCUAPHI403 Enhance, manipulate and output photo imagesTHE GRAPHIC DESIGN SCHOOL 2022 STUDENT PROSPECTUS BROCHURE VERSION V6.6 RTO PROVIDER REGISTRATION NO: 9170619

Intensive Foundation CourseTHE GRAPHIC DESIGN SCHOOL 2022 STUDENT PROSPECTUS BROCHURE VERSION V6.6 RTO PROVIDER REGISTRATION NO: 91706

THE GRAPHIC DESIGN SCHOOL 2022 STUDENT PROSPECTUS BROCHURE VERSION V6.6 RTO PROVIDER REGISTRATION NO: 9170621

THE GRAPHIC DESIGN SCHOOL COURSE BROCHUREINTENSIVE FOUNDATION COURSE INTENSIVE FOUNDATION COURSE INTENSIVE FOUNDATION COURSE INTENSIVE FOUNDATION COURSE INTENSIVE FOUNDATIThe Intensive Foundation Course is a nonqualification course designed to arm youwith the relevant skills & provide you with apathway to a career in Graphic Design.Who is this course for?As this course is a non-qualification course, werecommend it for those who do not wish to obtaina qualification. Perhaps you are working for a smallbusiness and wish to take on the design role? Perhapsyou want to ‘test the waters’ with design beforemaking it a career choice.For students who have completed the IntensiveFoundation Course and decide to pursue acareer in Design, we have an option to upgradeto the Certificate IV In Design qualification.What You'll LearnModule 1 Introduction to Graphic DesignThe Graphic design industry is reputed to be anindustry based on portfolio. This considered, theGraphic Design School believes that offering analternate to the government accredited qualificationpathway gives students the flexibility to undertakestudy without the price tag attached to a qualification.Module 2 Design BasicsFor people wishing to obtain employment in thedesign industry we recommend the Certificate IVin Design Course. As the course is self-paced, youcan decide how many hours a week you wish toconcentrate on study.Module 7 Logotype DesignYou have 12 months to complete this course.Module 11 Preparing your PortfolioModule 3 Introduction to TypographyModule 4 ColourModule 5 Advanced TypographyModule 6 PhotographyModule 8 Design SystemsModule 9 Layout DesignModule 10 Design Systems IITHE GRAPHIC DESIGN SCHOOL 2022 STUDENT PROSPECTUS BROCHURE VERSION V6.6 RTO PROVIDER REGISTRATION NO: 9170622

Design@Work CourseTHE GRAPHIC DESIGN SCHOOL 2022 STUDENT PROSPECTUS BROCHURE VERSION V6.6 RTO PROVIDER REGISTRATION NO: 91706

THE GRAPHIC DESIGN SCHOOL 2022 STUDENT PROSPECTUS BROCHURE VERSION V6.6 RTO PROVIDER REGISTRATION NO: 9170624

THE GRAPHIC DESIGN SCHOOL COURSE BROCHUREEntirely online and self paced you can fit itin at work, around work, whenever you want!If ever there were one - this is the designcourse for non-designers.Who is this course for?If your job role relies on you to be a ‘little bit’ of a designeryet you have no intention to become a fully fledgeddesigner OR you are an employer that does not have adesign budget, yet you have an employee you wouldlike to train to accomplish some design tasks. This isfor you! Give me the skills, but don’t make me think!We hear you! The course focuses on enabling youto accomplish design tasks without years of designtraining.The Design@Work course takes a paint by numbersapproach to designing. We give you a range ofbeautiful workplace related templates and we teachyou the Adobe tools you need to apply your workcontent to our templates. Easy!Our Adobe video tutorials will take you throughin a very step by step approach to adjusting eachtemplate and making it your own, it’s that simple,you learn the tools, apply images, type and colourto the placeholders. Viola!You have a brochure, flyer, business card, moodboard, newsletter; the list goes on from the choiceof templates. We even teach you how to make yourown colour palettes, source great images and useyour company’s existing resources.Fancy that.THE GRAPHIC DESIGN SCHOOL 2022 STUDENT PROSPECTUS BROCHURE VERSION V6.6 RTO PROVIDER REGISTRATION NO: 9170625

THE GRAPHIC DESIGN SCHOOL COURSE BROCHUREONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINEFree yourself from Word & PowerPoint.Microsoft Word and PowerPoint were not made to bedesign tools. Even the best designer would receivea very average design result using these programs.Great results require the right tools. Enter the Adobesuite. During the course you will be working withAdobe InDesign to accomplish your designs.InDesign is what we call a ‘multi page layout program’.This means that you can create documents featuringone or more pages. InDesign is the industry's go-totool for creating type - heavy projects and alsoaccepts both vector & pixel based graphics.InDesign is very intuitive and can be used at bothbeginner and advanced levels. Using the InDesignprogramme during the course gives you theopportunity to expand your skills at work and inplay. That’s tonnes of scope and a world of creativepossibilities. You will also be eligible to subscribe tothe Adobe Creative Cloud at student rates.How does it work?As this course is self-paced and completely onlineyou can fit it in at work, around work — wheneveryou want. We'll give you an entire year to accessthe course, leaving it open to you so that you cancontinue to utilise the resources and templates atyour leisure.It won’t take you anywhere near as long as this tocomplete, but we want you to be able to learn at asuitable pace, fitting the course around life's manyother responsibilities.Are you ready to get started?You can enrol in any of the courses fromanywhere in the world! Great huh?THE GRAPHIC DESIGN SCHOOL 2022 STUDENT PROSPECTUS BROCHURE VERSION V6.6 RTO PROVIDER REGISTRATION NO: 9170626

THE GRAPHIC DESIGN SCHOOL COURSE BROCHURECOURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSEWhat will I learn?As you use the wide range of FREE templates forwork, we will also be teaching you lots of other usefuldesign stuff too.Here is the course broken down: An introduction to desktop publishing. Preparation and design thinking. Using branding guidelines and gatheringresources. How to create InDesign documents from scratch. How to quickly set up InDesign. Using tools and menus. Working with images and type. Working with colour and colour tools. How to create documents with impact. Using templates for quick design. How to make your own templates for repeatable,refined layouts.Can I get recognition for all of my hard work?Absolutely!Even though most people will be completing thecourse to learn a Design@Work set of skills, we dooffer the optional choice for students to submit aset of 3 designs that they have completed as partof their final assessments in Module 2.Successful completion of these assessments willachieve a Certificate of Completion accompaniedby an Accredited Statement of Attainment.Do you still have questions?For all questions and support send us an emailat info@thegraphicdesignschool.comStudent work by Cheneeta BootheTHE GRAPHIC DESIGN SCHOOL 2022 STUDENT PROSPECTUS BROCHURE VERSION V6.6 RTO PROVIDER REGISTRATION NO: 9170627

THE GRAPHIC DESIGN SCHOOL COURSE BROCHURES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINE COURSES ONLINThe following 5 Units of Competency listed makeup the Statement of Attainment: ICPPRP224 Produce pages using a page layoutapplication CUAPPR411 Realise a creative project CUAGRD311 Prepare files for print BSBWRT411 Write complex documents CUADIG304 Create visual design componentsThe option to submit assessments is completelyfree. We will require you to let us know you whenyou are ready to submit the set of designs asoutlined in the assessment pages of the module.We will then direct you to complete a few quickquestions and officially enrol you in the assessmentpart of the course. There will be prompts and helpin your course to guide you through the process,super easy!If you don’t want to bother handing in assessmentsthat’s perfectly fine, we won’t harass you forassessment submissions. However, if you would likea lovely Certificate of Completion and Statement ofAttainment for your CV as recognition of your hardwork, you have that option too.How much does it cost? 1500 upfront or 550 per month for 3 months.For course prices and payment plan detailsplease head to the enrol page of this website.thegraphicdesignschool.com/enrolHow do I register?You can enrol any day of the year. As we are onlineand training is self paced, there is no pressure. Enrolwhen you are ready to start.Assessment submission can happen any time youare ready to submit. Naturally, the only requirementis that you submit within the year that you areenroled. Your course will remain open to you forone whole year regardless of whether you submitearly or later on in your enrolment period.Do I have to submit assessments?You may decide not to submit assessments at all,completely your choice. This course is designed togive you a great set of Design@Work skills.Do you still have questions?For all questions and support send us an emailat info@thegraphicdesignschool.comTHE GRAPHIC DESIGN SCHOOL 2022 STUDENT PROSPECTUS BROCHURE VERSION V6.6 RTO PROVIDER REGISTRATION NO: 9170628

THE GRAPHIC DESIGN SCHOOL COURSE BROCHURE8 awesome benefits of our online coursesand the reasons why we think you'll lovestudying graphic design online with us.1. Value for MoneyStudy can be expensive, that’s why we have createdan Intensive Foundation Course that students cangain all of the design education necessary withoutthe price tag of a qualification. We also understandthat qualifications can be necessary, students whohave completed the Intensive Foundation Coursemay upgrade to the CUA40720 Certificate IV inDesign qualification, that’s flexible!5. Finish with a portfolio2. Industry relevant teachings6. Learn the RIGHT Software. No Microsoft Powerpoint or Microsoft Word in sight.The Graphic Design School teaches industry relevantskills, preparing you for real jobs in the real world.From idea generation techniques and accuratelyresponding to real design briefs, to researching,sketching, critiquing and execution of your designs.3. Challenging. Yet FUN.The courses focus on practical industry skills.With fun, challenging studies and assignmentscontributing to your portfolio and less of thetraditional educative style of tedious essay andassignment writing.4. We work around you.When you are learning in a supportive and userfriendly E-learning environment like ours, studyingfrom home at your own pace is a dream. No travel,no expensive parking, no waiting in an overcrowdedclassroom for ‘your turn’ with the teacher, with usyou can study from the comfort of your own home.We take you through the process of creating yourvery own portfolio and resume. The IntensiveFoundation Course is designed to arm you witha GREAT portfolio. The CUA40720 CertificateIV in Design Course will arm you with a greatportfolio, a qualification AND a personal letter ofrecommendation from your tutor.Our courses not only focus o

THE GRAPHIC DESIGN SCHOOL COURSE BROCHURE THE GRAPHIC DESIGN SCHOOL 2022 STUDENT PROSPECTUS BROCHURE VERSIONV6.6 RTO PROVIDER REGISTRATION NO: 91706 6 9 really great reasons to study with us & become the designer of your dreams. 1. Design is all around us. Think about it. EVERY industry needs graphic design and will continue to need the