LABASAD
Introduction to the master
Study print and digital graphic design from an international and local perspective and examine the graphic designer’s role in today’s cross cultural society. This six module online master course allows an international cohort of students to answer the following questions: What does it take to be a graphic designer today? What choices can I make to elevate your creative work? What tools can I learn to go from novice to expert? Students are guided by renowned industry leaders with decades of professional experience. In this course you will learn the principles of graphic design – Brand Identity, Editorial Design, Digital Design, Motion and Packaging. Upon successful completion of the online master course students will possess the tools and knowledge to expertly navigate through the fascinating world of graphic design.
To whom it is addressed
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Graphic designers who want to evolve their knowledge of brand identity, editorial design, digital design, motion and packaging.
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Professionals working in the creative industries who want to improve their technical skills and knowledge of graphic design principles.
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Individuals working outside the graphic design industry who have a professional interest in the subject and want to change career.
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Graduates who want to expand their knowledge of graphic design principles or retrain as a graphic designer.
Objectives
Principles
Study the principles of graphic design from an international and local perspective.
Manage Design Projects
Learn how to successfully manage graphic design projects from initial brief, research, design development and final outcome.
Importance of
Learn the importance of user needs, business challenges, production costs and design thinking.
Expand your knowledge
Develop and expand your knowledge of the technical skills required to become a successful graphic designer.
International community
Collaborate with an international cohort of students to develop your understanding of cross-cultural graphic design.
Graphic resources
Upon successful completion of this master course you will possess knowledge of brand identity, editorial design, digital design, motion and packaging.
Study plan
The Online Master in Graphic and Digital Design lasts 12 months and is made up of a total of 12 courses grouped into 6 modules. With the knowledge acquired throughout the Master, students must be able to carry out the Master’s Final Project, which will be coordinated by the Directors of the Master, Stuart Tolley and Olivier Segers.
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Welcome to the course
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History and basics of graphic design4
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Project I1
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Packaging design4
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Masterclass
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Project II6
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Masterclass
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Editorial design4
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Project III7
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Website design4
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Masterclass
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Project IV8
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Masterclass
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Motion design4
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Project V6
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Brand design4
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Masterclass
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Project VI8
Instructors
Career opportunities
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Graphic design studios.
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Graphic design department inside advertising agencies.
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Graphic designer for companies with an in-house design department.
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Creators who want to expand their tools and portfolios.
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Freelance graphic designers or those wanting to start a graphic design studio.
LABASAD’s proprietary Master awarded to all students upon satisfactory completion of the master’s program.