Graphic Design Course Syllabus

This Graphic Design Course covers everything from design fundamentals, branding, and digital illustration to UI/UX and motion graphics. Let me know if you need a version focused on a specific software like Photoshop, Illustrator, or Canva.

1. Introduction to Graphic Design

• What is Graphic Design?

• History & Evolution of Design

• Understanding Design Trends

• Career Opportunities in Graphic Design

2. Design Principles and Elements

• Color Theory and Color Psychology

• Typography (Fonts, Spacing, and Readability)

• Layout and Composition (Rule of Thirds, Grid System)

• Visual Hierarchy and White Space

3. Graphic Design Software

3.1 Adobe Photoshop

• Image Editing & Retouching

• Working with Layers & Masks

• Using Brushes & Blending Modes

• Removing Backgrounds & Photo Manipulation

3.2 Adobe Illustrator

• Vector vs. Raster Graphics

• Creating Logos and Icons

• Pen Tool Mastery & Vector Shapes

• Typography and Lettering

3.3 Other Design Tools

• Canva for Quick Designs

• Figma & Adobe XD for UI/UX

• CorelDRAW for Print Design

4. Branding & Identity Design

• Creating a Logo & Brand Guidelines

• Business Cards, Letterheads, & Stationery Design

• Social Media Branding (Instagram, YouTube Thumbnails)

• Packaging & Product Design

5. Print & Digital Media Design

• Designing Brochures, Flyers, and Posters

• Magazine and Book Cover Design

• Website & App UI Design Basics

• Banner Ads and Social Media Posts

6. UI/UX Design Basics

• Understanding User Experience (UX)

• Wireframing & Prototyping in Figma

• Creating Responsive Web & Mobile Designs

• UX Research & Usability Testing

7. Motion Graphics & Animation (Optional but useful)

• Basics of Motion Graphics

• Adobe After Effects for Animation

• GIF Creation & 2D Animation

• Video Editing & Visual Effects Basics

8. Freelancing & Career in Graphic Design

• Building a Portfolio (Dribbble, Behance)

• Freelancing on Fiverr & Upwork

• Working in Agencies vs. Freelancing

• Pricing Your Design Work

Bonus Topics:

• AI Tools for Graphic Design (Adobe Firefly, MidJourney)

• Augmented Reality (AR) & 3D Design Basics