Digital Graphics and Imaging

• • Introduction to communication and design
  • Image making and editing
  • The fundamentals of dynamic composition
  • Visual strategies and the audience
  • Infographics: the theory
  • Infographics: Theory in practice
  • Typography
  • Colour
  • Logos and critiquing work
  • Rationalising and communicating your work

No eligibility requirements

Special requirements

No special requirements

Learn essential skills in Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign and apply communication design principles for digital and print communication materials.

This is a fantastic introductory course for anyone wanting to upskill or gain new skills in digital design to broaden their career opportunities.

Download the latest Adobe Creative Cloud software for free. Understand how colour and typography can evoke different feelings and influence design. Learn to apply the ‘big three’ key concepts of visual communication: reader-centeredness, usability and persuasiveness.

Study the differences between pixel-based images and vector graphics and gain a working knowledge of the different file types used in each program.

UniSA Online’s 10-week short courses give you the flexibility to upskill in a certain area, stay current with developments in your field, diversify your knowledge, or even explore a new direction in your career – without having to commit to the time and cost of a full university degree.

Delivered 100% online, you’ll be able to study where and when it suits you. Access online academic and student support seven days a week, fit study around work and life commitments, view learning resources 24/7, and log in to the interactive online environment anywhere, any time and on any device.

This is a first-year course from UniSA Online’s Bachelor of Digital Media degree.

• Continuous Assessment (60%)
• Project (40%)