Certificate III in Commercial Arts (Graphic Design and Desktop Publishing)

National course code: 30673QLD
Location: Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Gold Coast
Duration: 1 year part time only*
Intakes: February 8, June 7 and October 4
*Part time is for Australian students only

Why study the Certificate III in Commercial Arts (Graphic Design and Desktop Publishing)?

The course is ideal if you’re looking for a basic level of education in graphic design and desktop publishing. This practical, hands-on course equips you with the fundamentals of graphic design and desktop publishing - typography, design and layout fundamentals and computer-finished art. You will familiarise yourself with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and Indesign and gain the skills to work with desktop publishing or computer-finished art.

Career Outcomes

This qualification prepares you for an entry-level roles in publishing companies, graphic administration, educational institutions, government departments, software and hardware companies, graphic design and advertising companies. Graduates typically find themselves employed as Computer Finished Artists and Junior Graphic Designers.

Subjects

• Drawing
• Colour Analysis
• Typography and Layout
• 2D Design (basic)
• Finished Art
• Printing processes (theory)
• Finished Art (intermediate)
• Professional Practice
• Portfolio Preparation
• Electronic Design (fundamentals)
• Electronic Imaging
• Computer Skills (technical)
• Access and Use the Internet

Entry Requirements

• Year 12 level of education or equivalent, or mature age entry with relevant work experience or previous training. Students who have completed year 10 and 11 are eligible to apply.
• Portfolio containing 6 – 12 pieces.