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What Is This Program About?

The Graphic & Web Design (GWD) program trains students in both the creative and technical sides of design. Over three years, they learn graphic and web design, branding, photography, video, and animation using Adobe tools, HTML, CSS, and more. The program focuses on front-end design and includes a three-week work placement to prepare students for careers or further study in design.

Branding

Print

Web & Digital Design

Photography

What Software Are We Using?

  • Adobe Photoshop Software
  • Adobe Illustrator Software
  • Adobe InDesign Software
  • Adobe Dreamweaver Software
  • Adobe Premiere Software
  • Adobe Acrobat Software


What Is Special About Our Program?

What makes our Graphic Design program unique is its strong focus on web design and coding. Along with developing creative design skills, students learn to build and style websites using HTML & CSS, combining artistic vision with technical know-how. This blend of design and web development prepares graduates to create visually engaging, functional digital experiences, setting them apart in today’s design industry.

Career Paths & Graduate Outcomes

Career Paths
Graduates can work as Graphic Designers, Web Designers, Front-End Developers, Social Media Managers, Freelance Designers, or Digital Marketers.

Further Education
Many students continue their studies in Design, Arts, Marketing, Communications, or 3D Animation at university.

Portfolio Showcase
Check out our annual student showcase to see professional-quality work created in the program.

Requirements For This Program



  • A Secondary School Diploma
  • Or Secondary School Vocational Diploma
  • No Prerequisites for this program

Apply To The Program!

How to Apply
John Abbott College
accepts applications through the SRAM online system (Service régional d’admission du Montréal métropolitain).

Application deadline: March 1

Program start: Fall

All documents and payment must be submitted by the deadline.

APPLY
  • A Secondary School Diploma which includes
  • Or Secondary School Vocational Diploma which include
  • No Prerequisites for this program

Join us for a Tour

Visit our department John Abbott College

Want to experience JAC for a day? Fill out the Student for a Day form, and we’ll contact you to schedule your visit.

You’ll tour the campus, including the library, sports facilities, campus store, and cafeteria, and learn about student services on “Main Street.” You can also speak with Admissions staff about programs and applications.

John Abbott College –
Graphic and Web Design
Program

21275 Lakeshore Road, Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, Quebec, H9X 3L9

Email: gwd@johnabbott.qc.ca


Admissions

Phone: (514) 457-6610 ext. 5358

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