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Graphic Design – Advanced Entrance

CREDENTIAL: Diploma
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Expand your technical skills and graphic design-industry experience working with public clients in a mentored studio setting.

Tuition: 9094*
Credential: Diploma
Length: 10 0 months
Hours: Full-time
Delivery: Class-based
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Campus: Downtown Downtown
Start Dates: Jan, Sep
5K
Job openings predicted
(2018-2028)†
5K
Job openings predicted
(2018-2028)†
 

What you will learn

  • Traditional design principles and processes
  • Adobe Creative Cloud software, including Photoshop and Illustrator
  • Colour theory and typographic principles
  • Branding and visual identity design
  • Packaging design
  • Editorial design and print layout principles
  • Web and UI/UX design
  • Web development (HTML/CSS)
  • Content management systems (CMS)
  • Digital photography
  • Writing, editing, and proofreading
  • Client relationships and expectations
  • Business and marketing principles

What to expect

  • Mac-based computer labs with the latest software
  • Access to drawing tablets, iPads, digital cameras, scanners, and colour printers
  • Creative group exercises and discussions
  • Field trips and guest lectures
  • Critiques and discussions to develop an eye for design
  • Enthusiastic and experienced faculty members
  • 120-hour practicum with an industry partner
  • Experience working on real client projects in our design studio, Studio Nuvo

Admission requirements

Program-specific

Applications are accepted on a continuous basis throughout the year, and students are admitted on a competitive selection basis. 

  • Completion of a graphic design certificate program equivalent to the first year of the program, from a recognized institution determined by the Department

  • Interview with Selection Committee

    • Prior to the interview students are required to provide:

      • Professional portfolio*

      • Resumé and letter of intent, clearly listing reasons for pursuing the diploma*

      • Three references from people who have worked with the applicant in a relevant professional or academic environment

*For more information on application submissions, please see the Submission Guidelines

Program-specific

Applications are accepted on a continuous basis throughout the year, and students are admitted on a competitive selection basis. Applicants can apply to meet either the Standard Admission Requirements or the Advanced Admission Requirements for the program.

A) Standard Admission Requirements (Year 1)

  • English 12 with a minimum 'C' grade or English Language Proficiency at the English 12 'C' level or equivalent

  • Interview with Selection Committee

    • Prior to the interview students are required to provide:

      • Personal portfolio*

      • Resumé and letter of intent (250-500 words) clearly listing reasons for pursuing the diploma*

B) Advanced Admission Requirements (Year 2)

  • Completion of a graphic design certificate program equivalent to the first year of the program, from a recognized institution as determined by the department. If necessary, additional first-year courses as determined by the department.

  • Interview with Selection Committee

    • Prior to the interview students are required to provide:

      • Professional portfolio*

      • Resumé and letter of intent (250-500 words), clearly listing reasons for pursuing the diploma*

      • Three references from people who have worked with the applicant in a relevant professional or academic environment

*For more information on application submissions, please see the Submission Guidelines

General

  • This program is available to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. See program options for international students at VCC International.
  • Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous are strongly encouraged to connect with VCC’s Indigenous Education and Community Engagement team to learn more about VCC’s Indigenous Enrolment policy, application preparation/completion, program advising, and a range of other individualized services.
  • Applicants must be 16 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school. (Some exceptions may apply.)
  • Applicants must submit official transcripts and other documents as required by their course or program. Seats are offered to eligible applicants with completed applications, in order of application completion date (except for programs with competitive admissions). A complete application includes an application form, evidence of educational pre-requisites (e.g. transcripts), any required supporting documents (e.g. language proficiency, audition video), and the required deposit or fee payment. If you do not meet the requirements for the term applied, your application may be cancelled.
 

Missing prerequisites? Learn more about VCC's tuition-free academic upgrading or English as a Second Language (ESL) courses, or discover which university transfer options are right for you.

Recommended Characteristics

  • Ability to work well in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
  • Ability to work effectively in a team and independently with confidence
  • Customer service-oriented outlook and ability to work well with a wide variety of people
  • Ability to give and receive feedback
  • Motivation, curiosity, and research-orientation
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to spend full days doing computer-based work
  • Basic understanding of Mac computers (strongly recommended)

Courses *

Prior learning assessment and recognition

Students may request formal recognition of prior learning attained through informal education, work, or other life experience, including Indigenous ways of knowing. Credits may be granted to students who are able to sufficiently demonstrate the learning outcomes of specific courses.

PLAR is available for all required courses in the program, except:

  • VCDP 2455 Studio: Special Topics
  • VCDP 2465 Studio: Specialization
  • VCDP 2490 Portfolio
  • VCDP 2500 Graphic Design Work Experience

Students may complete up to 12 program credits through PLAR. Tuition and fees may still apply to PLAR candidates.

Methods for assessing prior learning may include interviews, portfolios, projects, assignments, or other evaluations. Please see the course outlines for details.

If PLAR is successful, transcripts will reflect an ‘S’ grade (satisfactorily completed), which is not included in grade point average (GPA) calculations.

See the Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition policy for more information.

Plan of Study Grid
Term One
VCDP 2350 UI/UX Design 2 3
VCDP 2312 Digital Image 2 3
VCDP 2460 Web Development 2 3
VCDP 2325 Studio 1: Fundamentals 5
VCDP 2440 Wordpress 2 3
VCDP 2320 Advertising and Art Direction 3
VCDP 2455 Studio 2: Special Topics 5
  Credits 25
Term Two
VCDP 2480 Online Marketing 3
VCDP 2445 Video Production 2 3
VCDP 2465 Studio 3: Specialization 5
VCDP 2470 Packaging Design 3
VCDP 2341 Writing for Designers 2 3
VCDP 2490 Portfolio 3
VCDP 2430 Editorial Design 3
VCDP 2495 Collaborative Capstone 3
VCDP 2500 Practicum 4.5
  Credits 30.5
  Total Credits 55.5

* This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Fees and other costs *

Tuition Deposit

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Tution deposits are payable usually within two (2) weeks after a Letter of Offer is issued.
Application fee36
Tuition Tuition 9094
Tuition Breakdown
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Student union128
College initiative160
Materials0 not including textbooks
Campus resource182
Laundry0
Tools (deposit)0
Coverall (deposit)0
Uniform (deposit)0
Medical and Dental 275
Temporary Medical Insurance 0
U-PASS 398
Graduation45
Program-specific extra fees0
Total

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* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees include a $300 non-refundable deposit.

Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.

Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.

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