The field of Graphics Design & Desktop Publishing is a fascinating area to study. Students who enroll in the course will complete the following units of study:
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Foundation & Theory
Colour Theory
History of computer graphics
Resolution
Introduction to Postscript
Bit Depth and File Size
2
Tools and Workplace
Computer Hardware
graphics Software
File Formats
Setting Up a Studio
Choosing the Right Tools
3
Raw Materials
Graphics Tablet
Choosing a Scanner
Scan Basics
Descreen & Black/White Point
Digital Camera Basics
Royalty-Free Photography
4
Printing and Prepress
Printer Troubleshooting
Remote Printing
Prepress
Linking and Embedding
Digital Print
Portable Document Format
5
Digital Illustration
Bezier Curves
Objects and Grouping
Vector Basics
Bitmap Basics
Selections and Masks
Filters
Pixel Painting
Rasterising and Clipping Paths
6
Advanced Digital Illustration
Photographic Manipulation
Montage
Combining Pixel with Paths
Perspective and Shadows
Getting Creative
Text as a Graphics
Realism
7
Design and Typography
What is Design?
Legibility
Appropriateness
Professional Habits
Branding Typefaces and Fonts
Serif and Sanserif
Typographic Rules
8
Desktop Publishing
Page Layout
The Brief
Grads and Margins
Master Pages
Paragraphs and Text Styles
Graphics with Text
Order of Layout Pages
Copy fitting
9
Web Design
Web Graphics
Internet File Formats
Webpage Layout
HTML
Functionality
Web Design Software
Cascading Style Sheets
Navigation
Hyperlinks
10
Marketing and Design
Marketing and Advertising
Salesmanship
The Designers Responsibility
Internet Marketing
Brand Advertising
Search Engines
Target Marketing
How Will You Benefit?
Fast track your career in various graphic design and desktop publishing related professions
Quickly develop skills in months not years!
Study a graphics design and desktop publishing course that was designed in conjunction with senior professionals in the graphics industry
Free up valuable time, don’t waste time and money travelling to classes
Study at your own pace whenever and wherever you are
Have access to a tutor who will provide prompt and encouraging support
Easy interest-free payment plans from as low as $39 per week
Start reaping the benefits by enrolling today!
Career Prospects
The Graphics Design & Desktop Publishing industry can be a rewarding and challenging creative experience which is fulfilling and satisfying.
Career opportunities include:
Graphic Designer
Desktop Publisher
Freelance Graphic Designer
A huge amount of growth is currently occurring in the freelance sector of the graphics and desktop publishing industry. Many designers work as independent self-employed contractors. Work within the in-house print and digital design houses are also abundant. Strong continued employment prospects are forecast for the industry particularly so for digital medium based work.
Personal Requirements:
Creative and imaginative
Understanding of colour and form
Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Good communication skills
Enjoy working with computers
The artistic ability for drawing, design and layout
Creativity, imagination and versatility.
Course Levels Explained
This course leads to the awarding of an Diploma. This qualification recognises the graduates capacity for initiative and judgment across a broad range of technical and management functions. Diploma holders typically have personal responsibility and autonomy in performing technical operations or organising others in the workplace.
Prerequisites
There are NO previous work or education requirements for entry into any course level.
Course Length
The average time within which students complete studies is 31 weeks.
ICI courses allow you to study at your own pace with no assignment deadlines. This means that you determine the pace of the course and within which time period you will ultimately complete your studies in.
Completing your course with ICI is flexible as you can fast-track and graduate in a matter of months. You complete activities and submit assignments whenever you are ready.
The maximum time given to complete a program is three years.
Study Mode: Online Learning
This entire course is carried out via Distance Learning (also known as correspondence learning). Distance learning is ideal if you need to adapt around work, family, or other commitments. It is also extremely beneficial should you simply wish to fast track your studies (and career) and not be locked into a timetable.
Our course content and learning experience ensure that your course is relevant and interesting. Learning, tutorial assistance and assessments take place whenever and wherever you are in the country or world. It takes place at your own pace on your own terms to fit your lifestyle. As an ICI student, you’ll never endure a pop quiz, spend countless hours and hundreds of dollars travelling, and never be late with an assignment or for class.
Recognition & Accreditation
This course is recognised and accredited by the International Association of Private Career Colleges (IAPCC). The courses offered by ICI are unique as they take a very “hands on” approach. Our courses are not designed to teach you just the “theory” behind the industry – they are written and tutored by industry professionals and will fast-track you into a new career of your choice.
Various government departments and businesses have enrolled their own staff with ICI for further training and development and are a strong indicator of acceptance and recognition by employers and industry.
The following is a partial list of companies and government departments which have enrolled or sponsored staff into ICI courses:
Ministry of Defence
Sports Centre, University of Kent
Department of Tourism, Regional Development & Industry
The Placement People
Skill Hire
Metcash Trading Ltd
Navman Technologies
The European Fund
Employment Directions Network
The Salvation Army
Calvin Klein
John Paul College
Legal Aid Commission
Melton Council
Mitsubishi Corporation
Commonwealth Bank
HSBC
American Express
Clayton UTZ
Hennikers Solicitors
Villari Lawyers
Prisoners Education Trust (HM Prison Service)
Uniting Care Institute of Family Practice
Workplace Authority
Centacare Employment Group
Employment Directions
MAX Employment
Gunnebo (Security)
Brookfield Multiplex
Coles Myer Ltd
Already in the Profession or Industry?
This course and qualification is a great way of consolidating existing knowledge via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), updating your industry skills and contributing towards your professional development. It is also one of the most practical steps you can take towards working towards gaining a promotion or better-paid position.
Course fees can be claimed as a tax deduction as long as the course is sufficiently connected to your work activities.
What Do I Get?
All materials essential for course completion are included in the cost of the course fee. Upon enrollment, students receive:
All required study materials and course notes
Assignment projects with constructive tutor feedback
A tutor who will service all of your course and career questions and guidance needs.
On successful completion of the course you will receive:
A graduation certificate officially recognizing your successful completion of studies and qualifications
Transcripts indicating units completed
Letter of recommendation and validation for current and future employers
Post-nominal letters placed after your name which indicate that you hold the relevant qualification. For example: John Smith, EDipGDP
Cut Off Date
Friday, 17th March 2023 is the next enrollment cut off date. Places are limited, in demand and entry into the course is on a first come first served basis.
Your enrollment is processed and acknowledged within 24 hours of the Institute receiving your application. You can expect to receive your course within days of enrolling. When you start your ICI course it’s at your own pace and you determine when you finish. Don’t miss out. Enroll today!
Course Investment & Payment Plans
How do I get started?
Click on one of the Enroll Now buttons below and you could be working on your first lesson – and towards a new career – in a matter of days!
As an ICI student, you’ll be able to train at home in your spare time, learning in the easiest possible way. There are no classes or lectures to attend, and no need to leave your job or change your schedule.
Enroll, Study at Home, and Graduate
ICI is committed to the successful completion of your course. The typical ICI student experience goes like this:
The Enrollment Process
Begin Your Studies
Getting Help When You Need It
Getting Assessed
Graduation
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The Enrollment Process
Select the course that interests you. The International Career Institute website offers course overviews, course outlines, course fees, student testimonials, and information on career services for graduates.
When you are ready to enroll in a program, simply complete the online enrollment form, or call our toll-free number to speak with an enrollment adviser.
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Begin Your Studies
On enrollment students receive a welcome email and letter with instructions on how to login into your course and access your course and tutorial support. You will not be required to purchase any further materials. Courses are divided into modules with assessments located at the end of these modules. Assessments (written assignments) are based on what you have been learning about. No exams are involved.
Study at your own pace
One of the many great benefits of our courses is their modular format creates an easier and more effective way for you to learn. And with no need to follow a fixed timetable, you get to study and submit assignment for each module at your own pace.
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Getting Help When You Need It
Your courses are designed so that you can study independently. However, if you have a question about anything in your course, just contact one of our industry based tutors. Contact details are provided in your welcome email and letter. Your tutors are industry professionals who are ready to answer any questions about the course, assessments and industry for which you are training for.
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Get Assessed
At the end of modules you are asked to complete assignments. With no fixed assessment dates ICI students can submit their assessments at any time. This allows students to progress through the course at a pace that suits their needs. Assignments can be submitted via the student portal or email directly to the tutor.
Your assignments and projects will be graded on the following scale:
Grading scale
Lesson Grade (%)
Letter Equivalent
Rating
100 - 80
A
Outstanding level of achievement
79 - 60
B
High level of achievement
59 - 50
C
Satisfactory level of achievement
49 - 40
D
Marginal level of achievement
0 - 39
F
Failed to complete course requirements
You must pass all modules and achieve a minimum of a C or higher in all studies to graduate. Should you not pass an assignment you are able to retake assessments as many times as you need (free of charge) in order to improve your results. Full tutorial support is available to guide you towards successfully completing your course.
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Graduation
Graduates of the Institute are eligible for assistance under the Graduate Career Services Program which includes assistance in job searches (by career and region), preparing cover letters, tips on interviewing, and much more. As part of your graduation package, we offer a Certified Professional Resume Writer free of charge to help you compose your resume. All graduates receive a certificate of completion at the relevant level (Certificate, Diploma or Advanced Diploma / Executive Diploma), transcripts and a letter of recommendation.