This qualification is for people who want to have a career in graphic design. It provides students with fundamental skills in graphic design with an emphasis on exploration and experimentation of the design process. In this course learners can explore aspects of graphic design discipline which can be extended upon with further study at diploma and advanced diploma levels. Course Structure To receive the Certificate IV in Design (Graphic Design) students must complete all core units and, if available, a range of additional units. Core Units Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills Source and apply information on the history and theory of design Generate design solutions Interpret and respond to a design brief Contribute to health and safety of self and others Integrate colour theory and design processes Realise a creative project Career opportunities There may be some employment opportunities as a junior design assistant, working in the graphic and digital design sectors. Articulation This qualification prepares people for learning at higher levels across a broad range of design disciplines, but more specifically in graphic and digital design. You can further your studies in design by applying for entry into Diploma and Advanced Diploma courses in design. In particular, this qualification can lead to further study in the Diploma of Graphic Design R10418 and the Diploma of Visual Arts R10416. Diploma-to-Degree pathway TAFE NSW Diploma-to-Degree (D2D) university pathway programs allow students to enter a Bachelor Degree program with guaranteed credit at leading universities in Sydney and NSW. Bachelor of Graphic Design UC