Certificate in Graphic Design
Level: Certificate
Duration: 4 Months
Faculty: School of ICT & Artificial Intelligence
Department: N/A
Branch:
Fees: 32,000 KES Per Term
Examining Body: CDACC
Modes: Onsite (In Class)
Ideal For: High School Leaver Undergraduate Student Postgraduate Student Working Professional Career Switcher Adult Learner Skills Upgrade Educator or Teacher Government Staff General Public
Campuses: Main Campus
About This Course
Why this certificate advances your career
Freelance designers without credentials struggle to win corporate briefs. You graduate with a CDACC qualification, a portfolio, and the production skills agencies and SMEs hire for: layout, typography, colour, and brand consistency.
Graphic designers work in agencies, media houses, NGOs, and as freelancers — certificate training proves you can deliver commercial-quality work.
Who should enroll
- Creative school leavers and artists
- Marketers adding design to their skillset
- Entrepreneurs branding their own businesses
- Students progressing to advanced digital media
Learning outcomes
- Produce print and digital designs to client briefs
- Apply typography, colour theory and composition
- Use professional design software proficiently
- Prepare files for print and web delivery
- Present a portfolio for employment or freelance work
Entry Requirements
KCSE D−
Admission Requirements
A copy of KCSE certificate / result slip
2 colored passports
A copy of national ID / passport
1 ream of papers
1 spring file
Course Structure
Programme coverage
- Principles of design and visual communication
- Typography, layout and branding fundamentals
- Digital imaging and illustration techniques
- Print production and pre-press basics
- Social media and marketing design
- Portfolio development and client presentation
- CDACC assessment and industry project