Where to Study Design Online?

University of Cape Town and GetSmarter

To say a picture is worth a thousand words has never been truer. The information age has resulted in people becoming more visually orientated in an attempt to process vast amounts of information. This means that there is now a broad range of opportunities in graphic design, web design and even interior design for those who thrive on creativity.

Turn your passion for design into a lucrative career by studying an online, university approved, short course through the University of Cape Town and GetSmarter. Choose from:

Friends of Design – Academy of Digital Arts

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  1. Hi im interested in studying Graphic Design but not sure where to start or how to go about it, i am currently working for a printing company but in the Sales department i handle alot of the artwork that comes through to us for orders and i would like to broaden my knowledge in this field please could you provide some suggestions and note i havent done Graphic design before.

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