Fanshawe College

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Graphic Design

Fanshawe College

Faculty:School of Design
Degree:Diploma; University Transfer
Field of Study:Graphic Design
Course Based:Yes
Length:3 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $5,913
International: $16,753
Careers:InfluencerGraphic Designers and Illustrating ArtistsVideo Game Level Designer

Description:

Our three-year advanced diploma provides comprehensive training to students wanting to enter the professional industry of Graphic Design. The program ranges from industry standard software training, the fundamentals of basic design skills to creative concept development, traditional illustration and photography. We offer comprehensive training in interactive design, web and multimedia, digital illustration, motion graphics as well as courses covering theories of creativity, visual thinking, typography and design history. Besides the traditional aspects of design, we initiate new courses on an ongoing basis as well as update and refresh present courses each term to ensure students remain current with trends in the graphic design industry. Our main focus is for students to learn to be adaptable designers with a passion for learning. We provide students with a range of theoretical and practical skills so that they can be successful in our rapidly changing industry that includes many specializations and a diverse job market.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 English 
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
Test Scores:
  • International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 5.5] or Pearson Test of English (Academic) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 79]

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on March 07, 2023