Do I need any prior design experience or software knowledge to join?
None at all -- no prior design experience, art training, or software knowledge needed. We start from scratch: colour theory, typography, and how professional designers think. By Week 12, you will have a Behance portfolio of 10+ real client design projects and an agency-backed certificate.
How long is the program, and what does a typical week look like?
12 weeks, 3 live sessions per week -- each 90 minutes. Classes run on weekday evenings and Saturday mornings. You move from design fundamentals and Canva in Weeks 1-3, through Photoshop and Illustrator in Weeks 4-7, to real client logo and branding projects in Weeks 10-12. Expect 5-7 hours of design practice outside sessions weekly.
How much does the graphic design course cost? Are there EMI options?
The course starts from Rs.[X]/month on 0% EMI -- exact fee, full payment breakdown, and curriculum PDF delivered via the Course Package form at the top of this page. Fill it in and get everything in your inbox in 2 minutes. No calls. No pressure.
Is the program fully online, or is there an offline option?
Yes -- this graphic design course is available both fully online and at our Mohali/Chandigarh offline centre. The online track is accessible from anywhere in India via Zoom or our platform. Both tracks follow the exact same curriculum, mentors, and live session schedule.
How does the 1-on-1 mentorship actually work?
You get a dedicated senior designer as your personal mentor -- not a junior trainer, not an AI bot. They run live weekly 1-on-1 sessions, review your actual design work, and answer questions between classes directly. Unlike group courses, your mentor knows your specific design goals and career path. Feedback is visual, immediate, and based on your real projects.
Do you offer a free demo or trial class?
Yes. We offer a 7-day free trial -- sit in on 3 real live sessions, meet your mentor, and work on actual assignments. No credit card required, no commitment. Decide after you've seen it firsthand.
What's your refund / money-back policy?
If you attend our 7-day free trial and decide to enroll, a clear refund window applies as detailed in our Terms & Conditions. We believe in earning your trust upfront -- which is exactly why you get a full week before paying anything.
Will I get a certificate? Is it recognised?
Yes -- an Offshore Academics Placement-Backed Certification, co-branded with Offshore Marketers, an active agency that designs and manages visual assets for 50+ real clients. It is backed by live project experience, a real Behance portfolio, and a placement team who actively refer graduates to hiring companies.
What graphic design jobs do students typically land after the program?
Graduates are placed as Junior Graphic Designers, Brand Designers, Social Media Designers, Visual Content Creators, Canva Specialists, and Creative Assistants. Companies that have hired our students include Offshore Marketers, HP, FedEx, Adidas, and NIVEA. Many graduates launch as freelance designers earning Rs.15,000-Rs.60,000 per month.
What's the average salary after the program?
Fresh graduates typically see starting packages of Rs.3L-Rs.4.5L per annum in full-time design roles. With 1-2 years experience, this rises to Rs.6L-Rs.10L+. Freelancers typically earn Rs.10,000-Rs.50,000 per client project. Top performers from our batches have reached Rs.12L+ within two years. Your earnings reflect the quality of your portfolio and the clients you work with.
Will you help me get placed or find freelance clients?
Yes, placement support is baked into the program. Our team actively shares job openings in the alumni network, provides resume reviews, LinkedIn optimisation, and direct referrals to hiring companies. For freelancers, we run dedicated sessions on pitching clients, setting design rates, and handling your first project.
What design tools and software will I be trained on?
You get full hands-on training with Canva Pro, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, and Figma -- the five tools used by professional graphic designers and agency creative teams. All tools are included at zero extra cost. You will use each one on real client projects throughout the 12 weeks.
Do I need to buy Adobe Creative Cloud or Canva Pro separately?
No. Offshore Academics provides access to Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Canva Pro during the course at zero extra cost. You do not need to purchase any software separately to get started or complete the programme.
What does a Graphic Designer actually do day-to-day?
A graphic designer creates visual assets across digital and print formats daily. Tasks include developing logo concepts, designing social media campaign graphics, building brand identity kits, preparing print-ready artwork, and presenting creative work to clients. Most agency designers manage 3-5 active client projects simultaneously. This course trains you on exactly these real workflows from Week 1.
Is graphic design still worth learning in 2026? Is the job market good?
Yes -- graphic design is one of the most in-demand creative careers in India in 2026. India's digital advertising market is projected to reach Rs.55,000 crore by FY2026 (FICCI-EY India Media & Entertainment Report 2025), and every D2C brand, startup, and agency entering this market needs trained visual designers for logos, social creatives, and brand identity work constantly. Start with the 7-day free trial, no card.
How soon can I start earning after the program?
Most students land their first job or freelance client within 4-8 weeks of completing the course. Entry-level design roles start at Rs.3L-Rs.4.5L per annum. Freelance graphic designers charge Rs.10,000-Rs.50,000 per project. Our placement support team actively connects graduates with live job openings. The stronger your Behance portfolio, the faster you start earning.
Who is this graphic design course designed for?
This course is built for complete beginners with no design background, marketing professionals who want to create their own creatives in-house, entrepreneurs who want to brand their own business, and freelancers who want to add graphic design to their income streams. No art or design experience needed to start.
What is graphic design?
Graphic design is the practice of creating visual content to communicate messages. It includes logo design, typography, colour systems, layout, illustration, and digital image editing -- applied across brand identity, marketing materials, social media, packaging, and digital products. Professional graphic designers work across both screen-based digital formats and print, using tools including Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Figma, and Canva.
What is the difference between graphic design and UI/UX design?
Graphic design focuses on visual communication -- logos, brand identity, print, and marketing assets -- primarily creating finished deliverables for brands and campaigns. UI/UX design focuses on the user experience of digital products -- how an app or website feels and functions. Graphic design skills (colour, typography, layout) are the direct foundation for UI/UX design. This course is a natural first step for both career paths.
Which should I learn first -- Canva, Photoshop, or Illustrator?
Start with Canva -- it is the fastest tool to learn, runs in your browser with no installation required, and teaches you design thinking before technical complexity. Once you understand colour, layout, and typography through Canva, Photoshop and Illustrator become far easier to absorb. This course follows exactly that sequence: Canva in Weeks 1-3, then Photoshop and Illustrator from Week 4 onward.
Can I become a graphic designer without a degree?
Yes -- graphic design is a portfolio-based profession. Employers and freelance clients hire based on the quality of your work, not your educational background. A Behance portfolio with 10+ real client projects consistently outperforms a design degree with no practical work. This course gives you both the skills and the real client briefs to build that portfolio from scratch, plus an agency-backed certificate.
Do I need a powerful laptop or computer for graphic design?
No -- Canva runs entirely in your browser on any laptop, including basic Windows and Mac machines. For Photoshop and Illustrator, a mid-range laptop with 8GB RAM and an Intel Core i5 or equivalent handles all projects in this course comfortably. If you have hardware concerns, your mentor will assess them during the free trial. No expensive upgrades required to start.