Graphic Design
Visual communication for every screen and surface - creative, technical, and in demand everywhere.
Graphic Design trains students in visual communication - typography, layout, brand identity, illustration, and digital design. OCAD and Sheridan are Canada's most respected schools. The degree is portfolio-driven - what you make matters more than your GPA.
Admission Average
high 70s to high 80s - strong portfolio required (Tier 3 (<85%))
Typical High School Prerequisites
- English
- Portfolio of design work
- One additional U/M course
Skills You'll Build
- Typography & Layout
- Brand Identity Design
- Adobe Creative Suite & Figma
- Motion Graphics
- Client Communication
Program Facts
- Typical length: 4 years
- Co-op available: No
- Graduate school: Not typically required
- Demand outlook: Stable Growth
Top Universities
- Simon Fraser University – Burnaby, BC
- Concordia University – Montreal, QC
- Toronto Metropolitan University – Toronto, ON
Careers This Major Leads To
- Graphic Designer – Entry $45,000
- UX / Product Designer – Entry $65,000
- Animator / Visual Effects Artist – Entry $55,000