Graphic Design

Graphic designers create visual concepts to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, and captivate audiences. Logos, posters, package designs, websites, billboards, brochures, advertisements, and publications are all examples of the types of communication needs that graphic designers fulfill.

In this program, you learn the essential skills required to be a successful graphic designer by covering subjects such as design process and management, typography, digital imaging, editorial design, and branding.

You develop original concepts and learn to select the most appropriate communication medium and style for your intended audience. You work collaboratively on hands-on projects in a studio environment and leave with a professional portfolio of your design work.

Work Experience

• Field experience is a mandatory credit course, providing you with the opportunity to apply your knowledge and skills outside of the classroom.

  • Opportunities are typically unpaid and last approximately 5 weeks.

• This program is eligible for an optional cooperative education (co-op) credit course between years one and two.

  • A co-op provides an opportunity for paid, full-time employment in a field related to your program.

  • Co-op takes place in the third term and must be a minimum of 12 weeks and 420 hours.

  • Our co-op program follows Co-operative Education and Work-Integrated Learning Canada (CEWIL) guidelines.

• Transportation, accommodations, and other costs related to work experience are your responsibility.

Choose NSCC

• Throughout the program, industry experts and guest speakers are brought into the classroom to deliver specialized training.

• When you graduate, you will have an in-depth understanding of what employers are expecting. Deadlines, responsibilities, teamwork, and technical abilities are stressed, along with the ability to develop fresh and effective concepts in graphic design.

• You complete a work term assignment that puts you in a real business environment, for hands-on learning that goes beyond any classroom.

• Learn from experienced, enthusiastic instructors who support your success.

• Develop solutions that incorporate environmental sustainability and cultural awareness.

• You graduate with a set of entrepreneurial skills that can be applied in a variety of professional settings, whether you choose to work as an employee, freelancer, or start your own business.