Digital, Creative & Business
Graphic Design & Digital Content Creation
Design skills for posters, social media and organisational branding using industry tools.
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Programme rationale
Design skills for posters, social media and organisational branding using industry tools. The programme is structured for learners who need practical, assessable capability they can connect to real responsibilities while continuing work or other commitments.
Programme at a glance
Around 12 weeks of guided study, typically two sessions a week plus independent work, so you can keep working while you study.
| Unit | Study block | Module |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Weeks 1–2 | Design principles, layout and typography |
| 2 | Weeks 3–4 | Colour, branding and visual identity |
| 3 | Weeks 5–6 | Photoshop and Illustrator essentials |
| 4 | Weeks 7–8 | Canva and fast social content production |
| 5 | Weeks 9–12 | Print preparation and portfolio building |
Target audience & entry requirements
Target audience
- • Learners, freelancers, entrepreneurs and small-business owners developing practical digital or creative skills.
- • Staff who need stronger digital production, communication or office skills for their current role.
- • School leavers and graduates building an evidence-based portfolio for further study or entry-level opportunities.
Entry requirements
- • Basic literacy and secondary-level education, or relevant practical work experience.
- • Access to a phone, tablet or computer for online and blended study.
- • Commitment to attend sessions and submit assignments on time.
Learning outcomes
By the end of the programme, learners should be able to:
- Design branded materials for print and social
- Work confidently in industry design tools
- Present a professional design portfolio
Detailed modules
Each module below follows this programme’s published syllabus and contributes to the final practical work.
- 1
Design principles, layout and typography
Weeks 1–2Build hands-on competence in design principles, layout and typography through guided demonstrations, practice files and portfolio work.
What you cover
- Core tools and workflow for design principles, layout and typography
- Production standards, file management and responsible use
- Creating, reviewing and presenting a finished output
Assessed work: Complete a portfolio-ready output demonstrating design principles, layout and typography.
- 2
Colour, branding and visual identity
Weeks 3–4Study colour, branding and visual identity in the context of digital, Creative & Business, connecting essential concepts with practical decisions and professional documentation.
What you cover
- Essential concepts and terminology within colour, branding and visual identity
- Methods, tools and professional standards used in practice
- Application through a relevant case, task or workplace scenario
Assessed work: Complete a guided case task applying colour, branding and visual identity to a realistic setting.
- 3
Photoshop and Illustrator essentials
Weeks 5–6Build hands-on competence in photoshop and Illustrator essentials through guided demonstrations, practice files and portfolio work.
What you cover
- Core tools and workflow for photoshop and Illustrator essentials
- Production standards, file management and responsible use
- Creating, reviewing and presenting a finished output
Assessed work: Complete a portfolio-ready output demonstrating photoshop and Illustrator essentials.
- 4
Canva and fast social content production
Weeks 7–8Build hands-on competence in canva and fast social content production through guided demonstrations, practice files and portfolio work.
What you cover
- Core tools and workflow for canva and fast social content production
- Production standards, file management and responsible use
- Creating, reviewing and presenting a finished output
Assessed work: Complete a portfolio-ready output demonstrating canva and fast social content production.
- 5
Print preparation and portfolio building
Weeks 9–12Study print preparation and portfolio building in the context of digital, Creative & Business, connecting essential concepts with practical decisions and professional documentation.
What you cover
- Essential concepts and terminology within print preparation and portfolio building
- Methods, tools and professional standards used in practice
- Application through a relevant case, task or workplace scenario
Assessed work: Complete a guided case task applying print preparation and portfolio building to a realistic setting.
Practical project / portfolio
Build a five-piece client-ready design portfolio.
Teaching & learning approach
- Tutor-led explanation and demonstration focused on the published module topics.
- Guided practice using cases, scenarios, templates or production tasks relevant to the programme.
- Individual and group feedback that helps learners improve work before final submission.
- Flexible online, face-to-face or blended participation, with evening and weekend scheduling where available.
Assessment & completion
- • Short applied tasks linked to the published modules.
- • Practical component: Build a five-piece client-ready design portfolio.
- • A final assessment or portfolio review covering the full syllabus.
- • Participation in guided sessions, discussions and group exercises.
Learner support
- • Session handouts, checklists and templates you keep after the course.
- • Practice files and design or campaign briefs for each tool covered.
- • Tutor guidance by WhatsApp between sessions.
How this programme is delivered
Online
Guided sessions and assignments you can follow from anywhere with a connection.
Face-to-face
Classroom sessions at our Mile 91 learning centre, including weekend and evening options.
Blended
A mix of online study with periodic in-person workshops, field exercises and simulations.
Career & professional pathways
This programme supports professional development; it does not guarantee employment, promotion or entry to a regulated occupation.
- Use the completed portfolio to demonstrate practical capability for freelance, small-business or junior digital work.
- Apply the skills within communications, administration, marketing or programme-support responsibilities.
- Progress to a longer SLIHSD digital, creative or business programme where available.
Fees & enrolment
- • Indicative programme fee: SLE 2,500.
- • One-off indicative registration fee: SLE 100.
- • Final fees, start date, delivery arrangement and any instalment option are confirmed in writing before commitment.
- • Submitting an application does not require payment and does not guarantee admission.
Regulatory & recognition notice
SLIHSD is a developing professional learning institution. Accreditation and formal recognition are subject to applicable regulatory approvals. Completion records an SLIHSD professional short course and is not presented as an accredited academic award.
Learners who complete all assessments receive an SLIHSD professional certificate of completion. This records completion of an SLIHSD short course and is not presented as an accredited academic award.
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