Graphic Design Program (G102)

George Brown Polytechnic

The Graphic Design three-year advanced diploma program is the perfect way to hone your design skills. Throughout your studies, you'll develop a comprehensive grasp of design principles, with the choice to major in Communication Design or Advertising Design. A variety of design electives will offer you the chance to delve into illustration, motion, interaction, web, book, and environmental design for a well-rounded education. With the Graphic Design three-year advanced diploma program, you can look forward to working on real-life projects in state-of-the-art labs and through the power of industry networking.You'll spend the first three semesters building a strong foundation in the core subjects of design, typography, production, digital applications, drawing for design, and design culture. In your fourth semester, you'll select a major in either Communication Design, preparing you for a career in Corporate Design, or Advertising Design, which prepares you for a career at an advertising agency. During this time, you'll continue developing applied skills through intensive studio projects.In the final year of your program, you'll dive into a thesis or major project, where you can bring together all the skills you've learned throughout your studies. You'll also take professional practice classes, which will prepare you for a seamless transition into the workplace.

Centre for Arts, Design and Information Technology