Master graphic design fundamentals. Learn from experts to optimise visuals, enhance creativity and create stunning content to professional graphic design standards.
1 day course 10am - 5pm Live Online or Classroom-based
What you will learn
- Exploring design tools and brand theory for more effective design.
- How to design colour charts that are suited to the client brand.
- Understanding how to effectively edit design plans from the start.
- How to use text to create compelling advertising material.
- Exploring the use of logos, colours and fonts.
- How to create assets across different digital platforms.
- Understanding effective tips to become more effective and create marketing materials in a quicker manner.
This Graphic Design Introduction course includes
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Authorised Certificate
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Lifetime support after your course
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Course materials
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Live Instructor-led training
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Refreshments all day
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Latest Mac or PC ready to go
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Authorised Trainers
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Hands-on exercises
Course Dates
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| Fri 7 Aug 2026 | London |
£375
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| Tue 8 Sep 2026 | Live Online |
£375
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| Mon 5 Oct 2026 | London |
£375
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| Fri 6 Nov 2026 | Live Online |
£375
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| Mon 7 Dec 2026 | London |
£395
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Course Outline for Graphic Design Introduction
Design for Print
- Understanding paper sizes and ISO standards
- Imposition and bleed
- Colour models
- Making sure your documents meet the requirements for commercial printing
Basic Typography
- Understanding type size, what are picas and points
- Parts of a typeface, cap height, x height, ascenders, descenders, ligatures, font families and classification
- Good typographic practise, tracking and kerning, avoiding widows and orphans
- The correct way for inputting text in Microsoft Word or any text editor for importing into a page layout programme
Understanding basic image terminology
- Understanding resolution, scaling and cropping
- Procedures involved in preparing images for commercial printing
- How to brief suppliers to ensure best image quality
- Image file types and formats
Preparing Artwork for Commercial Print
- Native files or PDFs
- Pre-press checks to avoid costly corrections and mistakes
- Print production processes; what to consider for different processes
Design for Web
- Important considerations when designing for the Web
- Web page formats; image file format
Which Software Application to Use
- A brief overview of the software applications used by graphic design professionals
- Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat)
- Macintosh and Windows cross-platform issues
FAQs about the Graphic Design Introduction course
Will I receive a certificate upon completion of my Graphic Design Introduction course?
Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our Graphic Design Introduction course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.
Is this Graphic Design Introduction course suitable for me?
This course is designed for people who are new to Graphic Design or have been using Graphic Design for a while but have never had formal training or who would like to learn best practice in Graphic Design. If you are have any questions about whether the course could meet your needs, please speak to our customer service team, who will be delighted to advise you.
How is the content taught throughout the Graphic Design Introduction course?
Our Graphic Design Introduction course is extremely interactive. You will be using Graphic Design throughout the day, working through examples and live projects under the guidance of our trainer, who will be supporting you through each step.
What is the recommended number of people for the class when I attend the Graphic Design Introduction course?
For private classes in Graphic Design Introduction, we recommend a maximum of 8 to 10 people from the same company in the class. Please ask our customer service team to help you find the right balance of people per class and the number of days training you need.
Should I attend the Graphic Design Introduction course in person or live online?
For in-person courses at our London training centre, you will receive a warm personal welcome, your choice of the latest Mac or PC and morning and afternoon refreshments. If you prefer to attend remotely, rest assured that you will be taught live by the same experts that deliver our in-person courses, covering the same training content, using the same exercises and materials. A second monitor is recommended but not essential.
What support is available after I attend the Graphic Design Introduction course?
We offer ongoing support to our Graphic Design Introduction course attendees through email and by arrangement, phone calls. You are welcome to ask any questions on topics covered during training. Our trainer will always do their best to explain principles and help you with any issues you encounter.
Graphic Design Introduction — Team and Bespoke Training
Booking a private training session allows you to focus on your exact needs on dates that work best for you or your team.
- Sessions can be run online or in person, on your site or at our London training centre.
- We manage training for many of the UK’s largest companies, taking care of all the admin, working with you to ensure the perfect course.
- Our expert trainers will first understand your requirements and then tailor each session to your exact specification.
- We offer a free consultation service to work out every detail of your course.
Prices for bespoke sessions with our expert trainers start at £595 + VAT, depending on the course and number of people.
Costs include all preparation time to customise the course to your exact requirements.
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