Part-Time Graphic Design Course
Everything you need to pursue a career as a graphic designer. Working 1 day per week, over 6 months. The course is delivered by leading industry experts.
2022
Part-Time Graphic Design Course Certificate
(Professional Portfolio) in class
Level: All levels (No experience required)
Start: 2022 Term Dates
- Spring: 10th January – 24th June
- Winter: 12th September – 20th March
Duration: 6 months
Attendance 1 day per week (Mondays)
You will also be expected to work up to 7 hours per week on projects in your own time, but we do offer online/email tutor support for this throughout the course.
Cost: £8,495
Full payment or a 50% deposit is required to secure a place on the course.
Once the application form is returned to us by email and the deposit paid, we will then process and confirm your place on the requested course.
Alternatively, we can now offer a payment plan for fees on request.
Who is the course for?
The course is ideal for:
- Career changers looking for a fast-track into a creative job.
- Graduates seeking increased confidence and a more rounded understanding of the design industry and how to gain employment.
- Students looking for an alternative to University.
- People returning to work after a career break or after bringing up a family.
- Anyone who is interested in creating great work, a professional portfolio and wanting to become a graphic designer.
Who delivers the course?
The course is written and delivered by leading industry experts in their field; including:
- Nick Williams: ex Levis & Puma, European Graphics Director https://www.4th-avenue.com/
- Sophie Palmer: www.sophiedarling.com
- John McFaul: New Balance Trainers & Pepsi / Creative Director www.mcfaulday.com
For the full list visit: strohacker/the-team/
Why choose us?
Our guarantee is that you will complete this course with a professional print ready portfolio and digital portfolio website, ready to approach potential employers or clients. We will also be on hand for advice on getting a job.
You will also be able to access our student Adobe Creative Cloud account discount worth £400.
During the 6 month course, you will work on intensive design briefs which are relevant to the industry. You will produce a portfolio which will be a vital tool for showcasing your strongest work at interviews, to set up as a freelancer or to start your own business.
The Course
The Strohacker Design School part-time graphic design course has been constructed to meet the practical and creative needs of the modern design industry.
- The course is constantly evolving and can react quickly to industry needs.
- The briefs are specifically targeted to help students produce an industry-ready portfolio.
- We work with students individually to help them achieve the best result.
- We offer career and employment guidance on completion of the course.
What teaching materials are provided for the course delivery?
Each of the modules has a step-by-step approach to the project. The modules contain a ‘brief’ which details what work is required by the end of the project and resources for students to use in the studio; plus creative assets like typeface and layouts, previous examples of student work, and more.
Fundamentals that are covered in briefs
- Introduction to typography
- Basic principles of layout
- Ideas and concepts
- Adobe creative suite, Indesign, Illustrator & Photoshop
- Working on professional briefs
Course content
During the 6 months, students will work on intensive design briefs relevant to the industry and, ultimately, produce a portfolio that will prove a vital tool for showcasing their strongest work at interviews.
Students have contact with their tutor and visiting industry professionals.
On completion of the course, students will have compiled a printed portfolio book, plus a digital online version to showcase their best projects.
On completion of the course, students receive our Strohacker Design School Certificate, which is fast becoming recognised in industry as a mark of excellence in design training. The certificate is signed by Jamie Hewlett, co-creator of the Virtual Band Gorillaz and a previous winner of the UK Designer of the Year Award.
If you haven’t already purchased Adobe CC you can access a 65% discount student version through the Strohacker Design School.
Structure and Delivery
The full schedule will be provided once the course starts.
Each project has to be completed and approved by the tutor before students move to the next module.
Modules
1. Self Branding/Identity
2. Book Cover Design
3. Advertising
4. Print & Pattern (Surface Graphics) Design
5. Graphic Apparel Design
6. Magazine/Editorial design
7. UX/UI Mobile Design (user experience/user interface)
8. Portfolio Design (print)
9. Website Design (digital)
How the course is delivered
We limit our classes to 6 students, so that we can give the individual attention needed to produce great results.
We provide an inspiring, supportive environment which allows us to thrive.
The school is based in a modern building in Chichester, UK.
Each student has their own work station and computer.
The studio has many resources on hand, with access to an exciting library with design-related books and materials, plus
an A3 colour printer.
Students are set weekly projects over the 6 months and, on average, are expected to work 7 hours per week in the studio and 7 hours in their own time.
The aim is that potential students can study around their day-to-day commitments.
Fundamentals
- Colour
- Introduction to typography
- Basic principles of layout
- Ideas & concepts
- Studio skills & software tools: Adobe creative suite, Indesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and Adobe XD
- Working on professional briefs
In a Nutshell
Graphic design is the process of visual communication and problem-solving through the use of typography, space, imagery and colour, and then to effectively convey the information across different platforms and media to an audience.
This can take the form of brand identity, advertising (traditional & digital), UX/UI, website design, surface graphics, packaging, apparel and editorial design.