<p>This free Alison diploma teaches design principles, core tools, and portfolio-building for aspiring graphic designers. Learners study foundational concepts, design elements, and software essentials such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, and apply branding principles to briefs.</p><ul><li>Free to study; Alison account required to enrol.</li><li>Self-paced; around 5–6 hours of material.</li><li>Reviewed by graphic designer and educator Lauren Halford.</li><li>CPD-accredited, with an optional paid certificate on completion.</li><li>Covers design foundations, branding, and industry-standard software.</li></ul><p>Enrolment is rolling — start any time from the course page.</p>