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IELTS
If your program requires: English 12, 73%, You need these scores on the IELTS: 7
If your program requires: English 12, 67%, You need these scores on the IELTS: 6.5
If your program requires: English 12, 50 %, You need these scores on the IELTS: 6.0
Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic)
If your program requires: English 12, 73%, You need these scores on the IELTS: 65
If your program requires: English 12, 67%, You need these scores on the IELTS: 60
If your program requires: English 12, 50 %, You need these scores on the IELTS: 52
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
If your program requires: English 12, 73%, You need these scores on the IELTS: 90
If your program requires: English 12, 67%, You need these scores on the IELTS: 86
If your program requires: English 12, 50 %, You need these scores on the IELTS: 82
Do you have an artistic spark? You might have a future in graphic design, and BCIT can help. The BCIT Graphic Design associate certificate program is one of the fastest ways to build a solid foundation of knowledge that will prepare you for a long, rewarding career.
Available as an intense, 6-month training program or at your own schedule part-time, this program gives you hands-on experience with creative software, strategic design, and digital composition for the relevant job skills employers are seeking.
About the program
6 months, full-time
No application required for part-time study
Like a career boot-camp of creative software, strategic design, and digital composition
Learn more about this program and how it prepares you for jobs in graphic design at the Program Details.
Who should complete the Graphic Design Associate Certificate?
If you’re interested in working in the graphic arts, earning your associate certificate is a great way to begin your training and test the field. Many students are:
Sponsored by their employers to strengthen their skills
Already gifted with an interest in creativity
Innovative thinkers
Interested in exploring a creative career
Enjoy collaborative, creative challenges
If any of these sound like you, visit the Entrance Requirements page to begin today—most courses are offered every semester!
What grads can do
Many grads use their talents to create ads, displays, and web and print media for agencies, in-house marketing departments, and government organizations. Others pursue an entrepreneurial path as freelance artists. Additionally, some choose a combination of work and or continuing education to further their abilities and job prospects.
More info: Click here
Program matrix
Term 1
MDIA 1040, Graphics
MDIA 1049, Adobe InDesign 1
MDIA 1105, Visual Composition & Layout
MDIA 1140, Color Theory for Design
MDIA 1180, Adobe Photoshop 1
MDIA 2012, Digital Darkroom
MDIA 2049, Adobe InDesign 2
MDIA 2180, Adobe Photoshop 2
Term 2
MDIA 1026, Adobe Acrobat
MDIA 1144, Practical Color Management
MDIA 1160, Adobe Illustrator 1
MDIA 1920, Typography
MDIA 2088, Strategic Design for Business
MDIA 2260, Adobe Illustrator 2
MDIA 2310, Portfolio Design
Total Credits:, 31.5
The intense focus on graphic design creative skills and technology in this associate certificate program can help prepare you for entry-level jobs and continuing career development within your current field such as marketing, advertising, or print and online media.
Some job opportunities in the graphic arts include:
Junior Graphic Designer
Production Artist
Layout Specialist
Visual Designer
Insurance/year: 700 CAD
