Diploma in Graphic Design
Montreal, Canada
Diploma
DURATION
1 year
LANGUAGES
French, English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Jan 2026
TUITION FEES
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
THE EVER GROWING INDUSTRY OF GRAPHIC DESIGN
In Canada, and in most parts of the world, the number of graphic designers and illustrators is expected to increase sharply over the next few years.
The Graphic Design training at LaSalle College offers students professional level facilities, qualified teachers whom currently work in the industry and a hands-on education helping the students master the necessary skills needed to succeed as a graphic designer.
Graduates from our Graphic Design course often find jobs with internationally acclaimed companies such as Moment Factory, Sid Lee, ALDO, just to name a few.
Each session, LaSalle College organizes an exhibition to highlight the projects of its students. Come join us at our next exhibition!
This program is offered at the Montréal and Laval campuses.
- Artistically driven and talented;
- Great communication skills;
- Passionate about emerging technology and new media;
- Attention to detail and ability to work quickly and efficiently.
List of Courses
ACS programs are based on DCS program curricula but do not have general education courses like French, English, or Philosophy.
Concentration Courses
- Creative Imagination (60 h)
- Visual Conception (60 h)
- Digital Image Conception and Processing I (45 h)
- Developing Vector-Based Content (45 h)
- Developing Page Layout I (60 h)
- Professional Trends and Ethics (45 h)
- Visual Communication (45 h)
- Typographic Conception (45 h)
- Digital Image Conception and Processing II (45 h)
- Developing Vector-Based Illustrations (60 h)
- Developing Page Layout II (60 h)
- Web Page Design (60 h)
- Packaging Design (45 h)
- Professional Practice (105 h)
- Synthesis Project (150 h)
* The College reserves the right to substitute certain courses.
- Develop expert level skills in graphic design.
- Follow specific guidelines to create and design visual components.
- Master various Mac and PC applications to optimize your illustration, imaging, and layout skills.
- Organize and manage your wild and creative ideas.
- Experience developing a project for electronic and print media, mirroring the industry's process.
In Canada and worldwide, the number of graphic designers is expected to increase sharply over the coming years.
Graphic designers have various career prospects, including specialization, access to more experienced positions like art director, and the opportunity to become freelancers.
Career Fields
- Graphic, Web, and Print Designer,
- Illustrator,
- Artistic Director,
- Photo Retoucher,
- Freelancer.