Want to turn your creative energy into professional work you can show to clients and employers? In 6 months you’ll master the essentials of Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign, plus Figma for modern UI thinking. You’ll learn design principles (typography, color, composition), build real-world projects, and graduate with a portfolio that proves your skills. We also integrate smart AI workflows to speed up ideation and production—without losing quality.
Design fundamentals: typography, color, layout, grid systems, visual hierarchy.
Adobe Creative Cloud: practical workflows in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign (CC).
Figma mindset: frames, components, styles—thinking in systems and reusable patterns.
Editorial & brand basics: from moodboard to layout, from logo assets to brand templates.
Production for print & digital: export, preflight, file hygiene, handoff.
AI as a co-pilot: research, variant exploration, content drafts, and visual concepting—used responsibly.
Starters & career switchers aiming for a solid, practical design foundation.
Marketers / comms pros who want hands-on visual skills for daily work.
Freelancers & creators building a consistent visual identity and client-ready assets.
Artists & makers wanting more control over layout, image editing and typography.
No prior experience with Adobe or Figma required—we build up step by step.
Junior Graphic Designer / DTP (studio, agency, in-house or freelance)
Content / Social Designer (templates, campaigns, visual systems)
Editorial / Layout Designer (magazine, brochure, long-form)
Brand & Visual Designer (junior) with a portfolio you can actually send
A cohesive portfolio with 2–3 complete case studies (concept → process → result).
Brand kit assets (logo variations, color system, type styles, templates).
Editorial layouts (print & digital) with clean file structure and exports.
A clear design process you can explain in interviews and client calls.
Duration: 6 months
Class rhythm: 1× per week (live, online)
Study load: 3–5 hrs/week (incl. assignments & feedback)
Structure (high level):
Phase 1–2: Design principles + Photoshop/Illustrator essentials
Phase 3–4: InDesign, editorial layout, grid systems, print/digital production
Phase 5–6: Figma thinking, design systems, portfolio sprint + exam prep
HBO-level thinking (or equivalent)
Basic computer skills
No prior Adobe/Figma experience required
Language: English (tools/resources may be mixed EN/NL)
“I finally understand why my layouts work—and how to fix them fast.” – Maya
“From zero to a portfolio I’m proud to show recruiters.” – Jasper
“The AI tips save me hours every week without losing my voice.” – Eleni
You’ll receive a Diploma after the (comprehensive) exam with portfolio presentation.
If you skip the exam, you’ll receive a Certificate of Attendance.
Most students value the exam—it results in real, showable work for employers.
Tuition: €2970 (VAT-exempt)
Exam (excluded): €255
Installments: possible (6 installments; first due at enrolment)
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No. We start at the foundation and build up quickly with lots of practice and feedback.
Expect 1 live class per week plus 3–5 hours for assignments and portfolio work.
Yes, after the comprehensive exam with portfolio presentation. If you choose not to take the exam, you’ll receive a Certificate of Attendance.
Adobe CC (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Figma. You can start with trials; we advise on affordable options and setup.
Yes. Teaching, feedback and materials are in English. We welcome international students.
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