Graphic Design
Diploma · 2 Years
This page outlines the portfolio requirements for admission to the Graphic Design program at Holland College. Applicants must submit a scored portfolio (minimum 70/100 points) comprising a hand-drawn logo, expressive hand-lettered typography, a poster design, a T-shirt design, three original works from the past year, a personal essay, and a well-presented digital portfolio. Generative AI and copied work are not permitted. Portfolios may be submitted via MyDashboard or emailed to admissions.
| Credential | Diploma |
| Length | 2 Years |
| Campuses | Prince of Wales Campus, Charlottetown |
| Delivery | In-person |
| Start dates | September 2026 |
Awards
Section titled “Awards”Prerequisites
Section titled “Prerequisites”- Grade 12 or equivalent with credits at or above the general level
- Grade 12 English, minimum 60%
- Submission of a portfolio
- Résumé including work and volunteer experience with applicable dates, membership in groups, associations or athletics, awards and distinctions, and any other information about yourself relevant to the program
- Portfolio scored out of 100 points; minimum 70 points required for approval
- Logo (hand-drawn): original logo for ‘Invincible Gaming’ including company name and logomark, black ink only (15 pts)
- Expressive Typography (hand-drawn): hand-lettered full name in full colour reflecting personality (15 pts)
- Poster Design (digital or hand-drawn): full-colour 12”x18” poster promoting a local event (15 pts)
- T-Shirt Design (digital or hand-drawn): two-colour design for Holland College Graphic Design program (15 pts)
- Original Work: three original works created in the past year (15 pts)
- Essay: 400–500 word statement on program goals and career aspirations (10 pts)
- Presentation: well-organized, easy-to-access portfolio (10 pts)
Courses
Section titled “Courses”- SAFE-1005
- GDES-1000
- GDES-1015
- GDES-1025
- GDES-1030
- GDES-1040
- GDES-1050
- GDES-1065
- GDES-1075
- GDES-1080
- GDES-1090
- GDES-2000
- GDES-2010
- GDES-2020
- GDES-2030
- GDES-2045
- GDES-2050
- GDES-2060
- GDES-2075
- PROF-2090
- PROF-2095
Source: https://hollandcollege.com/academics/full-time-programs/graphic-design/index.php