Graphic Design For Beginners (Online)

Graphic design begins with ideas, and this course encourages the development of ideas through observation and research as well as introducing students to layout and typography. The course includes six diverse but related projects, inspired by the BA degree course at Central Saint Martins. Beginning with a graphic ideas brief, the projects continue with an introduction to typography and layout; including projects to design a logo, a poster and a magazine spread; the final projects are to make a small book and build a portfolio using a template website. You will be required to complete the projects in your own time to maximise your learning process and upload your work for constructive feedback during the live session.

Please note that this course does not provide instruction in using computer programs and knowledge of graphic design computer programmes is not required to complete the projects.



Topics

• Techniques to form and develop creative ideas
• Typography and logotypes
• Kerning, tracking and leading
• Scale, spacing and positioning
• Poster design
• Magazine layout
• Using grids to enhance your work
• Book making and Bookbinding

Outcomes
By the end of the course you will have;

• Practiced techniques that will promote your creativity and help you develop clever and creative ideas
• Attained an understanding of what graphic design is and what graphic designers do
• Studied techniques that will allow you to create effective and provoking layouts
• Completed a diverse range of exercises designed to strengthen your graphic design skills
• Had your work reviewed by your tutor and received feedback
• Learnt how to make typography, layout and image making work together to communicate ideas
• Produced work that can be added to a portfolio that can be used to enter further study

This course is aimed at beginners to graphic design who are keen to experiment and produce an inventive portfolio, either for an application for further study or for those who just want to refresh themselves and exercise an enquiring mind.

Beginner

This course is for students aged 18 and over

Our online learning short courses allow you to experience Central Saint Martins wherever you are in the world. Additionally all CSM Online Short Courses include

• Live sessions with expert
• Lesson recordings
• Practical assignments
• Personal feedback
• VLE with course content
• Forums for support
• 3 months online access
• CSM Certificate upon completion

Further details about preparing for your online course, and the equipment you need, can be found

Please note that all courses are taught in UK time. To check and compare times please