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Diploma & Advanced Diploma in
Graphic Design & Technology

Duration
1 Year | 2 Years
Mode
Full-Time | On-Campus
Eligibility
10th Pass
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Course Overview

The Diploma & Advanced Diploma in Graphic Design & Technology at INSD is a skill-driven program designed for students who want to build strong creative, digital, and professional design capabilities. The program focuses on visual communication, branding, digital design, UI basics, motion graphics, and industry workflows, ensuring students learn through hands-on practice rather than theory-heavy methods. Learning is studio-based and industry-aligned, supported by live projects, masterclasses by industry professionals, and continuous portfolio development, helping students become job-ready for agencies, studios, digital companies, and freelance careers.

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Curriculum Overview

  • Fundamentals of Design
  • Elements & Principles of Visual Communication
  • Drawing & Visualisation
  • Typography – Basics
  • Introduction to Graphic Design
  • Design Studio – I
  • Masterclasses by Industry Experts
  • Live Projects / Industry Exposure
Software Skills
  • Adobe Photoshop (Basics)
  • Adobe Illustrator (Basics)

  • Branding & Identity Design
  • Layout Design & Print Media
  • Typography – Advanced Application
  • Digital Illustration
  • Design Studio – II
  • Portfolio Development – I
  • Masterclasses by Industry Experts
  • Live Projects / Industry Exposure
Software Skills
  • Adobe Photoshop (Intermediate)
  • Adobe Illustrator (Intermediate)

  • Digital Media Design
  • UI Design Fundamentals
  • UX Basics & User Research
  • Motion Graphics – I
  • Web Design Principles
  • Design Studio – III
  • Portfolio Development – II
  • Masterclasses by Industry Experts
  • Live Projects / Industry Exposure
Software Skills
  • Adobe XD / Figma (UI Design)
  • Adobe Photoshop (Advanced)
  • Adobe Illustrator (Advanced)
  • Adobe After Effects (Basics)

  • Advanced Motion Graphics & Animation
  • UI/UX Design – Advanced
  • Web & App Interface Design
  • Advertising & Campaign Design
  • Professional Practice & Freelancing
  • Design Studio – IV
  • Final Portfolio Development
  • Masterclasses by Industry Experts
  • Industry Internship / Live Project
Software Skills
  • Adobe After Effects (Advanced)
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Figma (Advanced Prototyping)
  • Basic Web Tools (HTML/CSS – Exposure)
Career Opportunities
  • Graphic Designer
  • Visual / Creative Designer
  • Branding & Advertising Executive
  • Digital Media Designer
  • Junior UI / Creative Designer
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Eligibility
  • 10+2 pass from a recognised board
  • No prior design background required
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Who Should Choose This
Program

Students interested in graphic design, visual communication, and digital media
Beginners looking for a professional entry into creative and digital careers
Learners who prefer practical, skill-focused programs
Students aiming to work in design studios, agencies, startups, or freelance roles

Faculty Members

Rishita Sengupta
Sohom Das

UI-UX Professor

Rishita Sengupta
Akritti Jain

personality Development Coach

Rishita Sengupta
Ankan Bandyopadhyay

Visual Design Professor

Rishita Sengupta
Disha Bhattacharya

Business & Management professor

Rishita Sengupta
Ayan Biswas

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT

Rishita Sengupta
Ayan Kundu

Assistant Professor

Rishita Sengupta
Sohom Das

UI-UX Professor

Rishita Sengupta
Akritti Jain

personality Development Coach

Rishita Sengupta
Ankan Bandyopadhyay

Visual Design Professor

Rishita Sengupta
Disha Bhattacharya

Business & Management professor

Rishita Sengupta
Ayan Biswas

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT

Rishita Sengupta
Ayan Kundu

Assistant Professor

Rishita Sengupta
Sohom Das

UI-UX Professor

Rishita Sengupta
Akritti Jain

personality Development Coach

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Scholarships & Financial Support

INSD Kolkata offers scholarship support to eligible students as part of its commitment to encouraging academic merit, creative potential, and inclusive access to professional design education.Scholarship opportunities are evaluated based on institutional criteria. Details regarding eligibility, categories, and the application process are communicated transparently during the counselling interaction.

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Experiences That Reflect
Our Impact

“My journey at INSD Kolkata really helped me grow as a designer. The practical projects and portfolio guidance gave me the confidence to begin my professional journey with Cognizant.”

Student
Aarav Sharma
Placed at Cognizant

“Studying at INSD Kolkata was a great experience. The hands-on learning and creative projects helped me understand how the design industry works and prepared me for my role at Technicolor Creative Studios.”

Student
Rohan Verma
Placed at Technicolor Creative Studios

“INSD Kolkata helped me improve both my creative thinking and technical design skills. The learning environment and support from mentors helped me confidently start my career at Wipro.”

Student
Aditya Kulkarni
Placed at Wipro

“The practical training and portfolio development at INSD Kolkata helped me understand real-world design. It gave me the confidence and skills needed to begin my journey with Kraftix Digital.”

Student
Karan Mehta
Placed at Kraftix Digital

“My time at INSD Kolkata helped me explore my creativity while learning important design tools and concepts. The guidance from faculty played a big role in helping me start my career at Capgemini.”

Student
Sneha Kapoor
Placed at Capgemini

“INSD Kolkata gave me the opportunity to learn design in a practical and creative way. The projects and mentorship here helped me build the confidence to begin my professional journey at Infosys.”

Student
Priya Nair
Placed at Infosys

“My experience at INSD Kolkata helped me develop strong visual storytelling and design skills. The exposure and guidance here helped me step into the industry and begin my journey with Hoichoi.”

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Ananya Gupta
Placed at Hoichoi

“The learning experience at INSD Kolkata helped me grow creatively and professionally. The practical projects and portfolio support helped me take my first step into the industry with Framestore.”

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Riya Desai
Placed at Framestore