Professional Certificate in Typography & Design Fundamentals
-- viewing nowThe Professional Certificate in Typography & Design Fundamentals is a comprehensive course that equips learners with critical design skills in high demand by today's industry. This program delves into the intricacies of typography, visual design, and industry-standard tools, empowering learners to craft visually stunning and effective communications.
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• Typography Basics: Understanding the fundamentals of type, including typefaces, fonts, and point size.
• Type Anatomy: Learning the anatomy of type, including terms such as baseline, x-height, ascender, descender, and serifs.
• Typographic Hierarchy: Understanding how to create typographic hierarchy through the use of different type sizes, weights, and styles.
• Type Measurement: Learning about type measurement, including ems, enems, picas, and points.
• Type Layout: Understanding the principles of type layout, including alignment, whitespace, and grid systems.
• Design Fundamentals: Learning the fundamentals of design, including color theory, composition, and visual weight.
• Design Process: Understanding the design process, including research, ideation, prototyping, and iteration.
• Accessibility in Design: Learning how to design for accessibility, including color contrast, font size, and line spacing.
• Design Tools: Introduction to design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, Figma, and InVision.
• Portfolio Development: Learning how to create a professional design portfolio, including project selection, presentation, and self-promotion.
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Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
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This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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