Graphic Design - 508
Overview
Program Highlights
- Develop your skills in one of the most advanced digital print learning centre in Canada.
- Gain professional experience through our unique living lab experience.
- Create motion graphics for web and mobile devices.
What you'll learn
- Practical and theoretical design skills.
- Professional techniques in digital design composition.
- Technical skills for design, print and web production.
- Compose digital photographic images for design, print and web production.
- Develop a professional web and print portfolio.
- How to build your own successful creative business.
The most unique Graphic Design program in Canada, offering optional studies in illustration or digital print and finishing.
Program Length
3 academic years (periods of 8 months)
Fast Track - allows students to complete a two-year Diploma program (non co-op) in 16 months. Students will start in January or May and be in school for four continuous semesters: Winter, Spring/Summer, Fall, Winter or Spring/Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring/Summer. Students will not be off during the summer.
Important Academic Dates
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Tuition and Fees
Tuition and Fees
2018 - 2019 Domestic Tuition and Fees
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Total Ancillary Fees | $717.02 | $653.92 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A | N/A |
| Mandatory Program Fees | $25.00 | $24.26 |
| Domestic Tuition | $1,688.50 | $1,688.50 |
| Total Domestic Charges Per Semester | $2,430.52 | $2,366.68 |
| Total 1st Year Fees | $4,797.20 | |
Above fees based on full-time September program start date. Contact Student Services to confirm fees for other start dates or semesters.
- Awards: Scholarships and Bursaries
OSAP Eligible. Learn about Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP).- Full Cost Breakdown
2018 - 2019 International Tuition and Fees
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Total Tuition & Ancillary Fee | $7,805.47 | $7,805.47 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A | N/A |
| Program Compulsory Fee Plus Tax | $25.00 | $24.26 |
| International Tax Recovery | $450.00 | $375.00 |
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Total International Charges Per Semester |
$8,280.47 | $8,204.73 |
| Total 1st Year Fees | $16,485.20 | |
- International Scholarships and Bursaries
- OSAP not eligible for International Students
- Full Cost Breakdown
If you pay by wire transfer, please note your bank might charge you a fee to transfer money. Make sure your transfer includes the Mohawk payment and the wire transfer fee. This applies to each wire transfer payment you make.
Additional Information
- Financial Assistance
- View the Additional Information Tab for any additional costs
Admission
Admission
Domestic and International student admission requirements
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OSSD or equivalent (Mohawk Academic Upgrading, GED) including:
- Grade 12 English, C or U or equivalent
- Students will be required to pay a digital print fee
- Students are required to purchase a specified Mac laptop computer with software for use in the program. Accepted applicants will be notified of details regarding hardware and software purchases to include a digital drawing tablet and semester material fees.
- For laptop and software requirements, see Equipment Requirements under Additional Information
Note: For the 2019-2020 academic year the following admission addition:
- In cases of a competitive intake, a bonus will be applied for applicants who have completed Grade 12 visual or media arts courses.
Option are available for mature applicants.
Language Requirements for International Students:
- See below for accepted equivalents for Grade 12 English:
- Successful completion of GAS-EAP (478) Program Level 8
- TOEFL minimum score of 550 (79-80 Internet based)
- or IELTS Academic minimum score of 6.0 overall with no band less than 5.5
- More information about acceptable certificates, can be found on the International Admission Requirements
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Experiential Learning
Experiential Learning
How you'll gain skills
- Use the most current industry software.
- Field or Work placement in final semester.
- Work with real-world clients in The Agency, Mohawk’s student-run advertising agency.
- Through hands-on experience use a wide array of industry standard equipment in the Hugh Cameron Digital Print Learning Centre.
- Develop a design portfolio and have it critiqued by industry professionals.
Field Placement
Students participate in an unpaid field placement. For more information regarding the Graphic Design field placement, please contact: wesley.beckett@mohawkcollege.ca
The Agency
The Agency is an experiential learning facility operating within the McKeil School of Business at Mohawk College. Students from a variety of programs including Advertising, Public Relations, Marketing, Graphics and Broadcast Media collaborate in developing real world marketing and communications solutions for selected non-profit organizations and start-up companies in the greater Hamilton area.
All projects with our client/partners are integrated into the curriculum and students are marked on what they do. They work under close faculty supervision as they develop effective marketing communications solutions relevant to meeting clear client objectives.
Opportunities
Opportunities
Opportunities
Where you can go next
- Mohawk offers a diverse range of programs to further your studies**:
- Earn a degree:
- Davenport University - Bachelor of Business Administration, General Business
- Griffith University - Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Digital Media
- University of South Wales - BA (Hons) Graphic Communications
- View our pathways map PDF. This Pathways map shows how the identified program can lead to future program choices.
- Visit Pathways and Credit Transfer for degree completion opportunities outside of Ontario.
- See ontransfer.ca for additional opportunities at other colleges or universities in Ontario.
Your future career options
- Graphic Designer
- Design and Production Specialists, Prepress and Web Services
- Freelance Designer
Where you could work includes:
- Design, Publishing and Printing Industries
- Prepress and Web Services
- Advertising and Marketing
- Digital Media Industries
- Packaging Design
- New business venture opportunities
- Sign, screen and display companies
Opportunities for grads
- The Association of Registered Graphic Designers of Ontario (RGD Ontario)
- PAC Packaging Consortium
Program of Studies
Course Overview & Descriptions
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Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Program Learning Outcomes, often referred to as ‘Program Standards', set out the essential learning that a student must achieve before being deemed ready to graduate.
In many cases these program learning outcomes were developed by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities (MTCU) in consultation with employers and educators who are experts in the program field. To ensure the outcomes remain current and in line with industry needs, we invite our employers, graduates working in the field and current students to re-examine and update them during regular, ongoing program review focus groups.
Additional Information
Additional Information
Laptop Program & Software Requirements
As indicated in our admission requirements a mandatory Apple® laptop program has been implemented. This initiative enhances the student-learning environment and increases student satisfaction, providing each graduate with industry leading hardware and software that will support you in pursuit of your career goals. If you currently own an Apple® laptop that meets our minimum standard and is capable of running the required software, a new purchase will not be required.
Below is listed the minimum requirements for laptop hardware and software:
Faculty
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