Professional Diploma in Graphic Communication (DE424146D)
1) Professional Certificate in Brand Promotion (DE424147C)
2) Professional Certificate in Information and Interface Design (DE424127C)
3) Professional Certificate in Typography Design and Application (DE424163C)
4) Certificate in Advanced Typography: Publications (DE424148Q)
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QF Level |
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QF Validity Period |
Study Mode |
Duration | |
| DE424146D | 4 | 21/000070/L4 | 10/02/2021 - 31/08/2026 | Part-time | 300 hrs (~20 mths) |
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| Upon successful completion of the 4 Professional Certificates/ Certificate below, students will be awarded the Professional Diploma: |
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| DE424147C | 4 | 21/000071/L4 | 10/02/2021 - 31/08/2026 | Part-time | 90 hrs (~6 mths) |
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| DE424127C | 4 | 16/000849/L4 | 01/09/2016 - 31/08/2026 | Part-time | 90 hrs (~6 mths) |
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| DE424163C | 4 | 24/000763/L4 | 06/09/2024 - 31/08/2026 |
Part-time | 90 hrs (~6 mths) |
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| DE424148Q | 4 | 21/000075/L4 | 10/02/2021 - 31/08/2026 | Part-time | 30 hrs (~2 mths) |
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| Remarks: |
| (1) Fees paid are non-refundable and non-transferable unless the programme is cancelled. |
| (2) This course is recognised under the Qualifications Framework (QF Level 4). |
| (3) Teaching Language: English (supplemented with Cantonese if necessary) |
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A government subsidy Vplus is available for our part-time students of QF registered programmes, including the abovementioned.
| Eligibility: | HK Permanent Resident Identity Card holders |
| Reimbursement %: | 60% |
| Max. Reimbursement: | HK$36,000 |
| Ceiling No. of Prog.: | More than one eligible programme (until used up of the max. reimbursement) |
| Application Period: | Within 30 days from the programme commencement |
Programme Overview
The Professional Diploma in Graphic Communication provides learners with the professional acumen to practise as a graphic designer, building a solid foundation from basic graphic design elements and branding, to communicate messages and stories through data, user interface, user experience, as well as typography and storytelling.
The programme is organised around ten modules (30 hours each) that cover:
- Brand Promotion: you will learn what visual identity and branding is about, and apply advanced visualisation skills to tell the brand story; you will then design for social media – the most popular brand touchpoint nowadays, create tactics and content; fundamentals of animation and motion graphics will also be taught to broaden the application of graphic skills attained
- Information and Interface Design: to organise information creatively and in a user-friendly manner, you will integrate the user-centred design thinking process in data visualisation and information architecture, tell stories with infographics, and design interfaces and user experience
- Typography Design and Application: provides you with the understanding of typography beginning with font anatomy, grid, type structure and development, achieving clarity and visual balance in typography application; both English and Chinese typography will be explored
- Advanced Typography: Publications*: you will learn to develop editorial direction based on target readership; create visual concepts through imagery and typography; apply typographic detailing, grid structures and information hierarchy in publication design
| *Notes for applicants of Advanced Typography in Publications: |
| (1) You are required to bring your own laptop (installed with Adobe InDesign) to the classes; |
| (2) You are recommended to have a printer (any model) if the classes are delivered online. |
More than training on the use of various design softwares (which is abundant in the continuing education market), this programme focuses on the user-centric methodology of design and concept of branding to inspire learners to generate creative solutions and tell compelling stories, with strong command of graphical representation.
The Modules
Professional Certificate in Brand Promotion (DE424147C)
| Brand Identity Design (DCD4013Y) | 30 hrs |
| Designing for Social Media (DCD4014Y) | 30 hrs |
| Designing for Motion (DCD4015Y) | 30 hrs |
Professional Certificate in Information and Interface Design (DE424127C)
| Data Visualization and Information Architecture (CDM4054Y) | 30 hrs |
| Infographic Storytelling (CDM4055Y) | 30 hrs |
| Interface Design and User Experience Design (CDM4048Y) | 30 hrs |
Professional Certificate in Typography Design and Application (DE424163C)
| Typography Forms and Aesthetics (DCD4040Y) | 30 hrs |
| Typography: Working with Grid (DCD4041Y) | 30 hrs |
| Experimental Chinese Typography (DCD4042Y) | 30 hrs |
Certificate in Advanced Typography: Publications (DE424148Q)
| Advanced Typography: Publications (DCD4016Y) | 30 hrs |
Commencement and Application
| DE424147C | DE424127C | DE424163C | DE424148Q | |
| Intake | 3 | 3 | - | 4 |
| Commencement | 21 Jun 2025 | 9 Nov 2024 | - | 19 Oct 2024 |
| Target Completion | 20 Dec 2025 | 24 May 2025 | - | 21 Dec 2024 |
| Class Day | Sat | Sat | - | Sat |
| Class Time |
L1 - 2: 14:00 - 17:00 L3 - 8: 14:00 - 18:00 |
L1 - 7: 14:00 - 18:00 L8: 14:00 - 16:00 |
- | 14:00 - 17:00 |
| Venue | HKDI | HKDI | - | HKDI |
| Early Bird Deadline | 21 Apr 2025 | 2 Sep 2024 | - | 19 Aug 2024 |
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Course Fee
| DE424147C | DE424127C | DE424163C | DE424148Q | |
| Full Fee | HK$18,900 | HK$18,900 | - | HK$6,300 |
| Early Bird Fee (10% off) | HK$17,010 | HK$17,010 | - | HK$5,670 |
| bodw+ Member Fee (10% off) (details) |
HK$17,010 | - | - | HK$5,670 |
| After Vplus Reimbursement (based on early bird fee) |
HK$6,804 (saved HK$10,206) |
HK$6,804 (saved HK$10,206) |
- | HK$2,268 (saved HK$3,402) |
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➞ Payment Methods
Remark: Fees paid are non-refundable and non-transferable unless the course is cancelled.
Financial Aids
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 This course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses under Continuing Education Fund. This course is recognised under the Qualifications Framework (QF Level 4). |
Entry Requirements
Basic Qualification
| (a) | - | Five HKDSE subjects at Level 2 or above, including English and Chinese Languages, or equivalent; OR |
| - | Five HKCEE subjects at Grade E / Level 2 or above, including English and Chinese Languages, or equivalent; OR | |
| - | Completion of a QF Level 3 programme that is deemed acceptable to the respective Programme Board; OR | |
| - | Relevant RPL qualification(s) at QF Level 3 or above AND a pass in an entrance assessment, which can be either oral or written; OR | |
| - | Other relevant verifiable prior learning and/or work experience that is/are deemed appropriate by respective Programme Board AND a pass in an entrance assessment, which can be either oral or written. | |
| (b) | Applicants are required to have at least 1 year of relevant working experience. | |
| (c) | Basic knowledge of graphic communication is preferred. | |
| (d) | An interview may also be required on a need basis. |
Mature Applicants
Mature applicants, i.e. those aged 21 or above with at least two years’ relevant working experience, can be admitted. Where appropriate, the applicant may be required to pass an entrance assessment, which can be in an oral and/or written form.
Documents Required for Application
1) Completed Application Form (Online)
2) Upload Copy of proof for Academic Qualifications
3) Upload Copy of proof for Working Experience
Enquiry
3928 2777 
peec.hkdi@vtc.edu.hk
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