Advanced College Diploma – Graphic Design (0049)

The Graphic Design advanced diploma program provides project-based training in visual communications, packaging, photography, illustration, and digital content creation. Learning in small class sizes with award-winning faculty, students work with both in-class and live clients while utilizing modern software, hardware, photo studios, and printing facilities. The curriculum supports student membership in the Association of Registered Graphic Designers (RGD) and access to the Design Thinkers Conference. Third-year students complete field placements to apply industry standards. Graduates are prepared for junior-level design roles in graphic design studios, advertising agencies, corporate communication departments, and tech companies.

Academic Qualification: High School / Grade 12 completion.

Minimum GPA: 50.0%

Minimum Language Test Scores:

• IELTS: 6.0

• TOEFL: 80.0

• PTE: 53.0

• Duolingo: 110

Conditional Admission: Available for applicants who do not meet language test requirements by completing designated English pathway courses prior to academic study.

Value: $1,500 – $2,500 CAD (automatically applied after Day 10 of the term).

Award Breakdown:

70% – 79% average: $1,500 CAD

80% – 89% average: $2,000 CAD

90% – 100% average: $2,500 CAD

Eligibility Criteria:

Open to all nationalities.

Must be enrolled in Year 1 of an eligible degree program across any Conestoga campus (Fall, Winter, or Spring terms).

Minimum 70% admission average required.

Exclusion: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) students are ineligible.

Maintenance Requirement: Continuing students must maintain a minimum 70% Program Weighted Average to retain funding.