Diploma in Graphic Design

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Course Details

Degree Course Type

Diploma

Entry Level Qualification

Class 10+2

Degree Course Duration

1 Year

Course Fields

Computer, Other

Degree Course Entrance Exam

CEED, AIEED

Average Course Fee

32000 - 94000

Average Salary Offered

200000 - 1200000

Course Details

The Diploma in Graphic Design course includes Design Typography, Print Media Production, Digital Design, Interaction Design, Information Design and Visual Design. Let us understand each of them in detail:

1. Design Typography: It is the art of arranging typefaces and styling them to convey a message by creating visually appealing designs.

2. Print Media Production: The process of preparing graphic designs for printing that includes layout creation and colour management to produce brochures, posters and business cards.

3. Digital Design: Here visual content is created for websites, social media and apps, using design software to produce graphics that look best in online versions.

4. Interaction Design: Here the focus is on the user experience (UX) by designing interactive digital interfaces to enhance engagement from users by making navigation easier.

5. Information Design: The complex information and data are presented visually using charts, infographics and diagrams, to convey information in a crystal clear manner.

6. Visual Design: It encompasses colour, imagery, layout and typography to create visually appealing and cohesive designs to communicate the identity of a brand or message to the audience.

Course Highlights

Some of the highlights of Diploma in Graphic Resign are mentioned in the table below.

Course Name	Diploma in Graphic Design
Course Level	Diploma
Course Duration	1 Year
Minimum Eligibility Criteria	Must have Qualified Class 12th
Admission Process	Based on Merit
Fee Range (per annum)	INR 32,900 to INR 94,000
Salary Extracted	INR 2 LPA to 12 LPA
Job Profiles	Multimedia Programmer, Advertising Art Director, Graphic Designer, Packaging Designer, Corporate Identity Designer etc.
Top Recruiting Companies	Cogwheel Studios, General Motors Design, Mangoblossom Design, Mumbai, Design Factory India, SAP Labs India Pvt. Ltd etc.

About Course

Diploma in Graphic Design is a diploma level Animation, Multimedia and Gaming programme that has a duration of 1 year. The course aims at developing the art or skill of combining pictures and text which helps students develops a creative approach and practical skills. Through Diploma in Graphic Design, topics such as photography, 3D design, fine art, graphics, jewellery, video, textiles, printmaking and glass and digital media can be explored.

The curriculum of the course focuses on imparting an understanding of different software and computer skills. After completion of Diploma in Graphic Design, candidates are offered numerous job opportunities in cities such as Delhi, Pune, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Bangalore and other parts of India.

Why Choose Course And Required Skills

Diploma in graphic design is a degree programme which combines the best of creativity and technical aspects of designing. A candidate who is pursuing a diploma in graphic design is required to possess various skills that can be set right for excelling in the career as a graphic designer. A graphic designing candidate must be creative, observing, and good with technology. Some of the most important skills required in diploma in graphic design programme are mentioned below:

Drawing Skills	Imagination
Creativity	Knowledge of Graphic Designing Softwares
Sketching	Tech Friendly
Observation	Communication Skills

Eligibility

The eligibility criterion to pursue a diploma in Graphic Design varies from college to college. Captured below are the minimum requirements that a candidate is expected to meet applying for admission to a desired college or university.

1. Candidates should have passed class 12th in any stream from a recognised board of education.

2. Some colleges have set an aggregate percentage for an HSC exam. Students who have acquired either equal to or more than that are considered for admission.

3. Few colleges even let students waiting for the result or appearing for the intermediate exam to apply for the course, provided that they produce the prerequisites and necessary documents before the prescribed date.

Entrance Exams Details

The admission to diploma in graphic design programme is based on the merit list prepared according to the scores of students received in class 12 examinations. Hence, there are no entrance examinations at national or state level, for admission to diploma in graphic design courses. However, candidates are advised to once check the university website in order to ensure whether there are entrance requirements.

Degree Course Syllabus

The syllabus of Diploma in Graphic Design including the important topics has been outlined below.

Semester 1: The syllabus of Diploma in Graphic Design for the first semester is mentioned underneath.

Computer Studies	Colour Theory for Computer
Sound Principles	Basic Information
Generic Skills	Digital Publishing
Graphics Principle	Typographic Design
Drawing as Basis for 2D and 3D Animation	Visual Communication
Principles of Management	Team Management
Background and Concept	Design: Character
Language Career Planning and Guidance	Method of Design Introduction to Multimedia

Semester 2: The Diploma in Graphic Design syllabus for semester 2 is as follows.

Introduction to Computer Animation	Sound Recording
Multimedia Authoring	Modelling Using CAD
Digital Portfolio Development	Digital Portfolio Presentation
Flash	Scripting for the Web
Web Design	Animation the Production Process
Breakdown: Voice	Web Campaign Implementation
Composing and Shooting on Film	Project I
Industrial Training	Music and Effects Film
Live Project	Case Study I

Top Colleges

Diploma in Graphic Design is quite a popular programme and there are several colleges who offer this course. However, a few colleges outshine others because they offer an excellent education system, industrial exposure, and placement opportunities. Candidates can find the list of top diploma in graphic design colleges in India mentioned in the table below:

World University of Design, Sonipat	Apeejay Institute of Design, Delhi
RIMT University, Gobindgarh	AAFT University of Media and Arts, Raipur
LISAA School of Design, Bengaluru	Vogue Institute of Art and Design, Bangalore
Swarnim Startup and Innovation University, Gandhinagar	Pearl Academy, Mumbai
Raffles Design International, Mumbai	Arunodaya University, Itanagar

Course Fees

Here is information on the fees of some major colleges:

Graphic Design Colleges in India	Average Tuition Fees (in INR)
Aligarh Muslim University	12,000-15,000
National Institute of Computer Arts	32,000-40,000
Jai Narain Vyas University	20,000-25,000
Netaji Subhas Open University	15,000-20,000
Pearl Academy	25,000-30,000
AAFT University of Media and Arts	15,000-18,000
Breethink School of Design	10,000-20,000
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj University	30,000-40,000
Vidya Knowledge Park	50,000-60,000
International School of Design	80,000-85,000

Top Recruiters And Salary

Hiring Companies: Mentioned below are the top organisations and companies that offer career opportunities to aspirants.

1. Cogwheel Studios

2. Designer Graphics

3. Wipro technologies

4. IKEA

5. Fisheye, New Delhi

6. Vistaprint Inc.

7. General Motors Design

8. Edge Studio, New Delhi

9. Eastern Silk Industries Ltd

10. Think Design, Hyderabad

11. SAP Labs India Pvt. Ltd

12. Mangoblossom Design, Mumbai

13. Design Factory India

14. Moonraft Innovation Labs Pvt. Ltd

Name of Company	Average Salary Offered
Graphic Design, Inc.	INR 3,00,000
Accenture	INR 4,32,000
IKEA	INR 2,24,000
Designer Graphics	INR 3,66,000
Vistaprint Inc	INR 2,10,000
Deloitte	INR 5,50,000
Decathlon Group	INR 3,36,000
EY (Ernst & Young)	INR 7,27,000

Course Scope And Career Options

Diploma in Graphic Design is a diploma level course. Students can opt for higher studies in Graphic Design or can start working after qualifying a diploma in Graphic Design. Given below are the recruitment areas and opportunities which will be available to a candidate upon completion of the course.

Top Recruitment Areas: Here are some of the areas or sectors that actively look out for a professional who has pursued a Diploma in Graphic Design.

1. Corporate Businesses

2. Training Institutions

3. TV and Film Company

4. Design Studios

5. Multi-Media Companies

6. Television Industry

7. Commercial Packaging

8. Ad Agencies

9. Publishing Houses

10. MNCs

11. Web Designing

12. Marketing Firms

13. Printing and Publishing

Admission Process

The admission process that most of the colleges conduct to shortlist the deserving candidates for Diploma in Graphic Design is mentioned below.

1. Colleges do not conduct an entrance exam to shortlist students for the course.

2. Admission is largely offered on merit basis or on the basis of marks secured in class 12th.

3. The higher the aggregate score of a candidate in intermediate, the higher is his/her chances of getting admission to the course.

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