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The Design Foundations program is a rigorous one-year certificate course tailored for individuals pursuing a career in applied design and communications. This foundational year allows students to build a distinctive and competitive design portfolio while honing skills in various areas including 2D/3D design, drawing, life drawing, color theory, concept development, presentation techniques, portfolio creation, digital production, design history, and written communication. Through hands-on projects, participants engage in goal-setting, receive expert guidance, and refine their abilities over the academic year. Students will conceptualize, execute, and showcase visual communications across diverse media formats. This studio-intensive program equips graduates with the necessary skills to advance their education in design and visual communication disciplines.
Duration: 1 year
Intake: September 2024
Location: Kitchener – Doon Campus
Qualification: Ontario College Certificate