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Course Description

Develop your creative and technical skills while learning industry-standard design software.

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Course Outline


The following courses make up the SMU Graphic Design Certificate curriculum:

Introduction to Graphic Design
Adobe
® Express®
Adobe® Illustrator®
Adobe® InDesign®
Adobe® Photoshop®
Graphic Design Certificate Capstone

 

Learner Outcomes


Program Completion Requirements
Complete and pass each class in order to receive a verified credential. Your digital credentials showcase what you’ve accomplished. Your badge will contain information describing your credential and will allow you to easily share your achievement to LinkedIn and other platforms.

Prerequisites


Enrollment in the SMU CAPE Graphic Design Certificate program requires foundational technology skills, such as installing software, managing files and navigating the web confidently. No college degree or prior design experience is required. You will need a Creative Cloud account username and password.

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Next Steps

  1. Talk one-on-one with an advisor to answer your specific questions.
    Call 214-768-5581 or email smupro@smu.edu.
  2. Complete and submit the application online.
  3. If your application is approved, SMU CAPE staff will contact you to facilitate your payment and finalize your registration..

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Application

Name
CAPE - Graphic Design Certificate Program
Instructions

START HERE
Complete a short online form before you register

Please click "Apply Now" to begin your pre-enrollment form.

You will be required to log in or create an account if you do not already have one.

If you need any further assistance, contact SMU CAPE at 214-768-2273.


Enroll Now - Select a Section

Section Title
Graphic Design Certificate Program - Spring 2027
Type
Online
Days
Th
Time
7:30PM to 8:30PM
Dates
Mar 18, 2027
Type
Online
Days
T, Th
Time
7:30PM to 8:30PM
Dates
Mar 23, 2027 to Apr 08, 2027
Type
Online
Days
T, Th
Time
7:30PM to 8:30PM
Dates
Apr 20, 2027 to May 06, 2027
Type
Online
Days
T, Th
Time
7:30PM to 8:30PM
Dates
May 18, 2027 to Jun 17, 2027
Type
Online
Days
T, Th
Time
7:30PM to 8:30PM
Dates
Jun 29, 2027 to Jul 29, 2027
Type
Online
Days
T, Th
Time
7:30PM to 8:30PM
Dates
Aug 10, 2027 to Sep 09, 2027
Type
Discussion
Days
Th
Time
7:30PM to 8:30PM
Dates
Sep 23, 2027 to Oct 28, 2027
Type
Discussion
Days
Th
Time
6:30PM to 9:30PM
Dates
Nov 04, 2027
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
164.0
Location
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
Early Registration Rate non-credit $2,749.00 Click here to get more information
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