Build your career with our industry integrated Graphic Design courses which cover the entire spectrum of visual communication and get hired by top brands.
PG DIPLOMA
14 MONTHS | JOB GUARANTEE | PART-TIME
14 MONTHS | JOB GUARANTEE | PART-TIME
Kickstart Your Design Career with Scholarships up to ₹34K | Demo Class on Application | Apply by 25 December
The Graphic Design industry spans across businesses and domains. Listed as one of the top 5 most-in-demand jobs in 2025 (Upwork), it is a gateway to enhance your career.
HIGH
growth in the domain with a 20% industry share in the Indian design landscape.(CII)
9 LAKHS
is the average annual salary of Graphic Designers, across the country.(Glassdoor)
GLOBAL
$43.4 BILLION IS THE WORTH OF THE GLOBAL GRAPHIC Design market in 2024.(IBISWorld)
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Course highlights
Live Online
Classes
Get a unique classroom-like learning experience with interactive online sessions
Learn from
experts
Lectures by leading faculties and dedicated mentorship by industry professionals from around the world
Guaranteed
placements
Our programmes come with best-in-class placement support/Job Guarantee
Professional
networking
Build a network of design professionals and make lifelong connections
Book A Demo Class
to find out why AND Academy is the Ultimate Place to Learn Design, where we combine the effectiveness of offline learning with the convenience of learning online.
- Live, interactive online classes
- Personalised feedback from expert mentors
- Collaborative, hands-on learning environment
29 Dec | 7:00 – 9:00 PM (IST)
Mohini Bothra
Ceramic Designer, Hillside Potter
Course structure
Our Graphic Design courses teach you how to visualise an idea from a concept to impactful communications. Learn to design brand identities, web pages, social media posts, brochures, etc. Create a portfolio based on real-world projects as part of the course and get hired by top brands. Choose from our part-time Certificate, Diploma and Postgraduate Diploma courses, and a full-time Postgraduate Diploma course.
Graphic Design PG DIPLOMA 14 MONTHS PART-TIME JOB GUARANTEE
TERM 1
Fundamentals of Visual Design
- Organisational principles of composition
- Type anatomy
- Playing with type
- Colour as a visual element
- Idea generation & development
- Composing type & image
- Assignments -
- Black & white composition
- Colour composition
- Project - Typographic poster
Software used: Adobe Illustrator
Design for Publication (Print & Digital)
- Grid systems and typesetting
- Layout and page design
- Setting a visual language & concept
- Usability & functionality in print/web
- Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) for content
- Presenting design process & outcome
- Assignments -
- Layouting a page
- Menu Card / Catalogue
- Project - Brochure & Invite
Software used: Adobe Illustrator / InDesign & Photoshop
TERM 2
Design for Digital
- Understanding social media platforms & formats
- Communication PIE: persuade, inform, entertain
- Decoding brand language
- Writing communication objectives for a project
- Storyboarding
- 3-act structure for storytelling
- Introduction to artificial intelligence (AI) tools for image generation
- Project - Creatives for social media
Software used: Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop
Form, Space & Motion
- Form generation techniques
- Fundamental physics of motion
- Timing & spacing
- Gravity, arcs, squash & stretch
- Principles of animation
- Animatics
- Combining visual elements, time, motion & audio
- Project - Logo development and motion design
Software used: Adobe After Effects
Brand Identity Design
- Fundamentals of branding: what lies beneath?
- Elements of brand identity
- Semiotics for visual communication
- Form generation & manipulation
- Methodical design process
- Presenting a design concept
- Creating assets & mock-ups
- Putting together a brand book
- Project - Brand identity system: Logo, typography, icons, patterns, mascot, etc.
Software used: Adobe Creative Suite & AI-enabled tools
TERM 3
Visual Storytelling
- Developing a creative concept for visual storytelling
- Using images and text to tell a story
- Experimenting with media & formats
- Exploring individual expression
- Conducting research to generate content
- Using artificial intelligence (AI) tools for image generation
- Project - Visual storytelling in chosen formats such as comic book, infographic, motion graphics, etc.
Software used: Adobe Creative Suite & AI-enabled tools
Brand Campaign
- Decoding a creative brief
- Combining strategy and design
- Developing a brand narrative (hook, message and call to action)
- Understanding media, channels & platforms of communication
- Creating cohesive assets for a range of channels
- Client pitch presentation
- Project - Campaign assets for brand promotion
Software used: Adobe Creative Suite & AI-enabled tools
Professional Skills
- Project tracking & reporting
- Time & task management
- Professional communication
14 MONTHS PART-TIME JOB GUARANTEE
TERM 1 -
Fundamentals of Visual Design
- Organisational principles of composition
- Type anatomy
- Playing with type
- Colour as a visual element
- Idea generation & development
- Composing type & image
- Assignments:
- Black & white composition
- Colour composition
- Project - Typographic poster
Software used: Adobe Illustrator
Design for Publication (Print & Digital)
- Grid systems and typesetting
- Layout and page design
- Setting a visual language & concept
- Usability & functionality in print/web
- Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) for content
- Presenting design process & outcome
- Assignments -
- Layouting a page
- Menu Card / Catalogue
- Project - Typographic poster
Software used: Adobe Illustrator / InDesign & Photoshop
TERM 2 -
Design for Digital
- Understanding social media platforms & formats
- Communication PIE: persuade, inform, entertain
- Decoding brand language
- Writing communication objectives for a project
- Storyboarding
- 3-act structure for storytelling
- Introduction to artificial intelligence (AI) tools for image generation
- Project - Creatives for social media
Software used: Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop
Form, Space & Motion
- Form generation techniques
- Fundamental physics of motion
- Timing & spacing
- Gravity, arcs, squash & stretch
- Principles of animation
- Animatics
- Combining visual elements, time, motion & audio
- Project - Logo development and motion design
Software used: Adobe After Effects
Brand Identity Design
- Fundamentals of branding: what lies beneath?
- Elements of brand identity
- Semiotics for visual communication
- Form generation & manipulation
- Methodical design process
- Presenting a design concept
- Creating assets & mock-ups
- Putting together a brand book
- Project - Brand identity system: Logo, typography, icons, patterns, mascot, etc.
Software used: Adobe Creative Suite & AI-enabled tools
TERM 3 -
Visual Storytelling
- Developing a creative concept for visual storytelling
- Using images and text to tell a story
- Experimenting with media & formats
- Exploring individual expression
- Conducting research to generate content
- Using artificial intelligence (AI) tools for image generation
- Project - Visual storytelling in chosen formats such as comic book, infographic, motion graphics, etc.
Software used: Adobe Creative Suite & AI-enabled tools
Brand Campaign
- Decoding a creative brief
- Combining strategy and design
- Developing a brand narrative (hook, message and call to action)
- Understanding media, channels & platforms of communication
- Creating cohesive assets for a range of channels
- Client pitch presentation
- Project - Campaign assets for brand promotion
Software used: Adobe Creative Suite & AI-enabled tools
Professional Skills
- Project tracking & reporting
- Time & task management
- Professional communication
Student work
Here’s a glimpse of what our learners' have created on their way to building industry -ready portfolios.
Success stories
Our graduates have been hired by leading design studios and brands.
Play videoMeenakshi J
PG Diploma in Graphic Design
HIRED BY 
I had very little understanding of design before joining but I learned a lot with this course. Mentors are so supportive & their feedback helped me throughout my journey. The online classes were so engaging & intriguing.
Praptii Jain
PG Diploma in Graphic Design
HIRED BY 
When I found AND, I found the perfect solution to jog my creative side without spending time in a full-time program. The stackability of the courses was really interesting. I’ve learned and achieved what I set out to.
Nilanshu Srivastava
PG Diploma in Graphic Design
HIRED BY 
The CSD team helped me prepare for interviews, refine my resume and cover letter, and get job-ready before applying. They also guided me on approaching clients & deciding whether this industry was the right fit for me.
Rati Rai
PG Diploma in Graphic Design
HIRED BY 
In just a year, AND made it possible for me to proudly say I'm both an Engineer & a Designer. The guidance from the mentors at every point of my journey and the quality education made my career switch real easy.
Dushyant Singh
PG Diploma in Graphic Design
HIRED BY 
The live sessions at AND have been incredibly helpful. I never felt like I was isolated in an online space. It felt just like being in a design studio, where my mentor and peers were always around to assist me.
Roohani Goyal
PG Diploma in Graphic Design
HIRED BY 
AND Academy offers a comprehensive education in graphic design. Their top-notch mentors emphasise creativity, collaboration and critical thinking. I was able to build a perfect foundation for a graphic design career.
Anjali Bothra
PG Diploma in Graphic Design
HIRED BY
I was able to meet amazing mentors, gain confidence, learn to collaborate with peers and become industry-ready in a short period of time.
Akhil N
PG Diploma in Graphic Design
HIRED BY 
I enjoyed working in a group because that facilitated each member to contribute their best to the team, resulting in a superior outcome. The collaborative efforts led to successful outcomes.
Nivedita Panchariya
Diploma in Graphic Design
HIRED BY 
There is so much to learn from the mentors and batchmates; they are truly inspiring with their smiles and patience. The April Carnival sessions and masterclasses also provided valuable opportunities for learning.
Darshana Baid
PG Diploma in Graphic Design
HIRED BY 
The learning method is truly the best. It encompasses tasks, interactions, peer learning, and much more. The highlight is experiencing all of this through online learning.
Madhu Priya
Diploma in Graphic Design
HIRED BY 
The materials provided are incredibly resourceful, and every session is interactive, bringing out the best in each of us. In just two months, I've made significant progress in terms of experience, which is commendable.
Soumitro Dey
PG Diploma in Graphic Design
HIRED BY 
After completing my graduation in civil engineering, I thought, 'What next?' I sought something short-term that I could pursue from my home, and AND Academy provided just that. The courses and the instructors were excellent.
Smriti Maheshwari
PG Diploma in Graphic Design
HIRED BY 
The best part for me so far has been the guidance and mentorship. The sessions are interactive, fun, and thought-provoking. Ever since I started this graphic design course, my creative output has increased manifold.
Rubina Rajan
Diploma in Graphic Design
HIRED BY 
I'm impressed by the well-planned curriculum & the exceptional mentors guiding my design journey. I learned more than I expected. Each module has brought a unique perspective & taught us something entirely new.
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Eligibility criteria
These programmes are designed for graduates from any background or skill-set. No prior knowledge or experience of design is required.
Admission Process
01Submit an online application
02Appear for an interview
03Receive an offer letter
04Enrol & choose payment plan
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