Art and the city

Graphic Design Course

for Beginners with diploma

Do you have a creative eye, but lack the technical skills to match? Maybe you’ve used Canva or helped a friend design a flyer. But now you’re ready for more. You want to learn the real craft of graphic design – with professional tools like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. This course is your gateway into the design world.

Learn to design like a pro — even if you’re just starting out

📣 What Our Students Say

“I used to work in hospitality. After this course, I landed my first paid project: a full branding package for a café.
It was a dream come true.” – Eva

“I took this alongside my job in communications. I wanted to design things myself instead of always outsourcing.
This course gave me insight and confidence.” – Tjerk ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Practical info
Graphic design course for beginners

Start: March 11, 2026
Time: Wednesdays 19:00–21:00 CET
Format: Live via Zoom
Duration: 6 month
Tuition: €2970 or 5× €594
Includes: Certificate, feedback, materials

 

Course Schedule

 📅 Period March – September 2026

    • Mar 11 – Apr 22: Illustrator (Basics → Advanced)

    • Apr 29: Spring break

    • May 6 – May 13: Illustrator (Advanced)

    • May 13 – Jul 1: InDesign (Basics → Advanced)

    • Jul 8 – Jul 15: Photoshop (Basics)

    • Jul 22 – Aug 19: Summer break

    • Aug 26 – Sep 30: Photoshop (Basics → Advanced)

Who Is This Course For?

  • Career switchers
  • Media/communication professionals
  • Freelancers & brand builders
  • Anyone curious & committed to start a Graphic Design Course for Beginners 

What You’ll Learn

  • Typography & Color Theory
  • Visual storytelling
  • Photoshop – image editing
  • Illustrator – icons & logos
  • InDesign – publications

What You’ll Be Able to Do After This Graphic design course for beginners

  • Design social media content
  • Create multi-page brochures
  • Develop brand identities
  • Work with real design briefs

🎯 Career Outcomes

Gain the skills to freelance, join a team or apply to design programs. Build your confidence and your portfolio.

✨ Ready to Start your Graphic Design Course for Beginners ?

Take the first step toward a creative future.
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InDesign Course in Amsterdam

🚀 Ready for more?

Push your creative boundaries in the Advanced Graphic Design Course – perfect for graduates and experienced beginners.

The course includes 6 hands-on modules:
  • Illustrator Basics – vector drawing, logos, icons
  • Photoshop Basics – photo editing, collage, visual storytelling
  • InDesign Basics – layout for posters, brochures and books
  • Branding – build your own brand and visual identity
  • Typography & Composition – hierarchy, layout, grids and balance
  • Final Project – a personal portfolio piece with coaching and feedback
Each module includes live online sessions, creative assignments, and personal feedback.
  • A laptop or desktop (Mac or Windows) from the last 4–5 years
  • Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
  • You can rent the software through us for €19,66/month
  • We provide all templates, files, and creative resources
No previous experience is required – we start from the basics.
There is no standard exam. You’ll complete weekly creative assignments and receive personal feedback.

After each module, you’ll get a free certificate of participation.

If you wish to take it further, you can book an official exam (€255) which includes:
  • 2 large final assignments with a 2-week deadline
  • A short written theory test (Part 1)
  • Review and evaluation by a senior instructor
Upon passing, you’ll receive a recognized diploma within the Dutch creative sector.
The exam is completely optional and can be added at the end of the course.
This course is designed to help you build a strong foundation in graphic design and create your first professional portfolio pieces.

While we cannot guarantee job or internship placement, we do provide:
  • Personal coaching and feedback on your work
  • Tips on where to showcase your portfolio (e.g. Behance, Adobe Portfolio)
  • Advice on job platforms, freelance sites, and creative job boards
Many of our students go on to freelance work, junior design roles, or creative internships.
The total tuition fee is €2.475 (VAT-free).

You can pay:
  • In full via bank or iDeal
  • In monthly installments
  • Via UWV learning budget (if eligible)
This includes all six modules, weekly live classes, feedback, coaching, and a certificate of participation per module. The official exam is optional and not included in the base price.
The next course starts on September 3, 2025.

We recommend registering before August12 to secure your spot.

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Graphic Design Course for Beginners — Live on Zoom