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TAFE South Australia is proud on its outstanding range of programs available to international students. You are able choose from more than 100 courses in a large spectrum of Bachelor, Advanced Diploma, Diploma and Certificate courses. TAFE South Australia qualifications are built and examined in consultation with universities and industry and have clearly defined pathways to further study at university. You will get a high quality education in an ideal study environment, with excellent career prospects once you have completed your study program.

Advanced Diploma of Advertising and Graphic Design

  • Duration: 3 Years
  • Course Type: Accredited Course
  • Entry Requirements: Satisfactory completion of Year 12 or equivalent overseas qualification is regarded as the minimum academic requirement for entry. English proficiency demonstrated by an IELTS score of 5.5 is essential. You will need to have a strong understanding and development in drawing and design and some experience using computers. You may also need to submit a folio which demonstrates: orderliness and attention to detail creative and artistic ability a sincere interest in pursuing a career in the communications media industry.
  • Commencement Details: January
  • Assessment Method: Modules
    Module based assessment used such as tests, practicals.
  • Expected Employment Outcome Example:
    Persons employed in the Advertising & Graphic Design industry produce artwork and page layouts for reproduction in print and electronic media such as magazines, newspapers, books and websites, and for corporate identity programs, exhibitions and for a broad spectrum of advertising campaigns. Graphic designers may specialise in a variety of fields including television, film, web design and computer graphics; set and exhibition design; corporate design; book and magazine design, advertising and illustration. They may progress to positions as design directors, art directors or creative directors. Graphic designers may work as members of design studios or advertising agencies, or alone undertaking consultancy or freelance work. Graphic designers must be creative and imaginative, understand colour and form, and be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, have good marketing and communication skills abilities and be able to work as part of a team.
  • Skills Covered:
    Multimedia and web development; design management; colour management; industry placement; marketing; research and development project; and visual communication - advanced studio practice and exhibition project.
  • Study Mode: Face to face in a classroom
  • Campus: Croydon 

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