Congratulations graduates!

Wake Tech's Fall graduation ceremonies are set for 9 a.m., 12 p.m. and 3 p.m. Saturday on Scott Northern Wake Campus. Family and friends unable to attend in person can watch the ceremonies live online.

Credit Programs

Graphic Design

Degrees & Pathways

AAS - Associate in Applied Science program (WT Course ID #: A30100)

The Graphic Design curriculum equips students with the creative and technical skills needed for success in today’s design industry. Using industry-standard digital tools, students gain hands-on experience in both traditional and emerging areas of digital design.

Course material emphasizes:

  • Design theory and visual communication
  • Advertising and marketing best practices
  • Print production techniques
  • Web and UX design, including coding fundamentals
  • Social media marketing strategies
  • Multimedia, video production, and editing tools
  • Typography theory and application

Certificates program (WT Course ID #: C30100G)

The Graphic Design Foundations Certificate is an introductory program covering the core design software tools used in the workplace and the basics of design theory.

Certificates program (WT Course ID #: C30100B)

NOTE: This program is being terminated and isn't accepting new students. Faculty advisors will work with current students to ensure they complete their certificates by May 2027.

The Web and Graphic Design Certificate is an introductory program teaching the core design tools and HTML/CSS.