Cutting edge & up-to-date skills taught by industry leaders
Higher Certificate in Graphic Design
Have you ever looked at a brand and thought about how you would have designed their logo differently, or wanted to change the packaging of your favourite coffee? If you have a creative flair, a curiosity about how assets like digital banners work, and the thinking that goes into those ads you see in your social media feed, then this Higher Certificate is for you.
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Build the foundations for a successful & creative graphic design career
The programme includes 6 practical modules including individual and group assessments, a work integrated learning element and a final portfolio project. You’ll learn the fundamentals of graphic design, graphic design principles and extensive theory modules.
Each is packed with practical applications, from packaging design to mobile app, web and online advertising design, and will culminate in an extensive creative portfolio of work.
Think outside the box
This Higher Certificate is made for those looking to get a start in the graphic design industry, bringing their ideas to life
Build incredible skills
Launch your career with all the practical tools and theoretical know-how to make moves in the world of design.
Learn from top talent
This Higher Certificate is built and taught by graphic design experts who have spent decades in the industry and know what it demands.
Elevate your career
Be recognised with an industry centric Red & Yellow qualification, giving you a blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills.

Red & Yellow qualifications are made to future-proof your career
Our qualifications are designed to accelerate opportunities and give a boost to your CV. Top businesses across industries recognise Red & Yellow graduates as having the practical skills and the theoretical background to hit the ground running with confidence and creative flair.
What you’ll learn:
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Course curriculum:
Module 01
Fundamentals of Graphic Design (print)
Module 02
Graphic Design For Digital
Module 03
Theory Modules
Meet your team:
This course was created by, and benefits from, our full-time lecturers’ years of experience in the field – both in lecturing and in industry. They know how to nurture talent and bring out the best in students, resulting in many award-wins over the years.
“Jumping from finance to study graphic design at Red & Yellow was the best leap of faith I could make. It was not only fun but challenging as well – give it a go! No regrets here, and the friendly, well equipped lecturers are another bonus.”
Roelene Wessels