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Creative
Graphic Designer
Use visual communication to create brands, digital content, publications and campaigns.
A practical study route
- +2 in any stream
- Bachelor or diploma in design, multimedia or related field
- Portfolio-led practice
Eligibility: Creative programmes may use a portfolio, interview or aptitude review in addition to academic eligibility.
Likely entrance steps
- Portfolio or aptitude review
- Institution-specific test or interview
Skills to build early
- Typography
- Adobe or open-source design tools
- Visual storytelling
- Client communication
Where this can lead
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Portfolio and experience ideas
- Create three brand identity case studies
- Redesign a public-information poster
- Publish process notes, not just final images