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Graphic designers envision possibilities beyond reality, transforming ideas into visual forms. They're visionary, inventive, and artistically gifted. Fanshawe's Graphic Design program fuels your artistic drive while equipping you with versatile creative communication skills. Hone your talents to become a visual storyteller while building professional networks and tackling practical projects. Complete the program with an impressive portfolio that distinguishes you in the competitive design field.
This intensive three-year advanced diploma cultivates adaptable designers committed to continuous growth. Study under seasoned professionals who'll mentor you in expressing concepts across digital platforms, web interfaces, and print media. The curriculum covers design principles, art history, digital illustration, animated graphics, type design, responsive web development, visual communication, and photography fundamentals. You'll also master professional workflows and contemporary production techniques for both freelance and organizational work environments.
Gain hands-on experience through three co-op placements, establishing industry relationships while working with diverse businesses.
Complete your studies with a polished portfolio, practical experience, and professional connections to thrive in the evolving creative sector. Graduates pursue careers in advertising firms, design agencies, direct marketing companies, environmental branding specialists, print shops, digital media studios, and multimedia enterprises.
This Advanced Diploma delivers thorough preparation for entering the professional design world. The curriculum spans from mastering industry software and core design principles to developing innovative concepts, hand-drawn illustration, and photographic techniques. Students receive extensive training in interactive design, web development, digital art creation, and motion graphics, alongside studies in creative theory, visual problem-solving, typography, and design heritage. Beyond conventional design education, we continually introduce new courses and update existing ones to keep pace with industry evolution.
OSSD with courses from the College (C), University (U),
University/College (M), or Open (O) stream WITH:
- Any Grade 12 English (C) or (U)
OR
Academic and Career Entrance Certificate (ACE)
OR
Ontario High School Equivalency Certificate (GED)
OR
Mature Applicant with standing in the required course stated above
AND
Completion of Visual Artwork and Written Response
Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English by one of the following methods:
A Grade 12 College Stream or University Stream English credit from an Ontario Secondary School, or equivalent, depending on the program's Admission Requirements
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) test with a minimum score of 79 for the Internet-based test (iBT), with test results within the last two years.
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic test with an overall score of 6.0 with no score less than 5.5 in any of the four bands, with test results within the last two years.
Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) test with an overall score of 60 with no score less than 50 in any of the four bands, with test results within the last two years.
Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) with a minimum score of 53, with test results within the last two years.
A Cambridge English Test (FCE/CAE/CPE) with an overall score on the Cambridge English Scale of 169 with no language skill less than 162, with test results within the last two years.