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16 Weeks / 4 Months (L1) · HybridLast updated: April 2026

Graphic Design Course in Kerala

Visual identity that works.

Trivandrum (Kazhakootam) · Kadakkal · Online — Unlearn Academy

Graphic design is the visual language of every business. Akash Asokan, Brand Designer with 7+ years of experience across identity, advertising, and digital design, leads this programme alongside Afsana, in-house Graphic Designer at Adsomia. L1 is built around two tools — Photoshop and Illustrator — taught from scratch over 16 weeks with AI tools woven throughout. Graduates leave with 6 portfolio-grade projects: composites, illustrations, a logo, a brand identity system, and a final integrated piece. AI design tools (MidJourney, Adobe Firefly, Recraft) are taught as professional accelerators, not shortcuts.

The graphic design course is taught at Unlearn Academy's campuses in Kazhakootam (Trivandrum) and Kadakkal (Kollam district), with hybrid and online options available for students across Kerala.

Skills you'll gain

Adobe PhotoshopAdobe IllustratorLogo DesignBrand IdentityTypographyPhoto CompositingVector IllustrationSocial Media & E-commerce DesignAI Tools (MidJourney, Firefly, Recraft)
Who This Is For

Who is the Graphic Design course in Kerala for?

The graphic design course at Unlearn Academy is for anyone who wants to build a professional design practice — whether you are starting from zero or already have some visual interest and want to turn it into a career. We train complete beginners, students from fine arts or commerce backgrounds, working professionals switching to creative roles, and entrepreneurs who want to handle their own brand design. Students from across Kerala join our Trivandrum and Kadakkal campuses. No prior software experience is required — you will learn Illustrator and Photoshop from the ground up.

Entry requirements

  • Plus Two (Class 12) or equivalent minimum
  • No prior experience required for L1 Foundation
  • Personal laptop (8GB RAM minimum)
  • Commitment to produce real work, not just attend
Curriculum

What does the Graphic Design course cover?

01

Module 00 — Tools Foundation (Week 1)

  • Photoshop: layers, selections, masks, smart objects, adjustment layers, export
  • Illustrator: pen tool, shape builder, pathfinder, vector vs raster, typography
  • AI Design Tools: Adobe Firefly (Generative Fill, Text to Image), MidJourney v7
  • Recraft for SVG vector generation; Kittl AI design platform
  • Copyright and AI — commercial use rules every designer must know
  • File management: naming conventions, folder structure, version control
02

Module 01 — Adobe Photoshop (Weeks 2–7) · 3 Projects

  • Layers in depth — all layer types, groups, colour labels, panel organisation
  • Selection mastery: Object Select, Select & Mask for complex edges
  • Photo editing: curves, adjustment layers, non-destructive workflow
  • Blending modes, masking techniques, double-exposure and compositing
  • Retouching: clone stamp, healing brush, content-aware fill
  • Design for social media & e-commerce: Instagram 1080×1080, Stories, YouTube thumbnails, Amazon product images
  • Smart objects and mockup workflow
  • Photo manipulation and creative compositing — 3 portfolio projects
03

Module 02 — Adobe Illustrator, Illustration & Logo Design (Weeks 8–14) · 3 Projects

  • Pen tool mastery — anchor points, curves, complex paths
  • Shape Builder and Pathfinder — combining and subtracting paths precisely
  • Vector illustration from scratch — icons, characters, detailed scenes
  • Typography for design: font pairing, hierarchy, layout principles
  • Logo design process — brief to concept to final files
  • Brand identity system: logo + colour palette + typography + brand guidelines document
  • Print file setup: bleed, crop marks, CMYK, press-ready PDF export
04

Module 03 & 04 — Portfolio, Freelancing & Final Project (Weeks 15–16)

  • Portfolio presentation: organising and presenting work professionally
  • Freelancing setup: pricing, client communication, proposal templates
  • Final integrated project: Photoshop + Illustrator combined deliverable
  • Peer critique and mentor review of complete portfolio
L2 — Agency Training

What happens after L1

L1 taught you the tools. L2 makes you genuinely good at them — under real pressure, for real clients. Every week has an advanced skills session and a real deliverable reviewed by the mentor. By graduation: 8 client-ready portfolio pieces, Asana project workflow, and Frame.io client review experience. Prerequisite: Graphic Design L1.

₹24,000

2 Months · Offline only

Offline only · Prerequisite: L1

01

Phase 1 — Studio Setup & Advanced Photoshop (Weeks 1–2)

  • Studio mindset: client relationships, project lifecycle, billing models
  • Asana for design studios: project boards, task assignment, asset tracking
  • Frame.io: uploading work for client review, managing feedback professionally
  • Advanced compositing: 5+ image multi-source compositing, complex masking
  • Advanced retouching: frequency separation, dodge and burn, skin tone matching
  • Moodboard and concept development at agency speed
02

Phase 2 — Advanced Illustrator & Brand Identity (Weeks 3–4)

  • Complex vector illustration: characters, detailed scenes, technical drawings
  • Advanced logo design: complete identity system for a real client brief
  • Brand identity system: logo variants, colour palette, typography, usage guidelines
  • Print production at agency standard: pre-press, proofing, print buyer communication
  • AI production tools: Firefly, MidJourney, Recraft deployed at professional speed
03

Phase 3 — Real Client Briefs & Portfolio (Weeks 5–8)

  • 4 real client briefs across: brand identity, social media, print, and digital
  • Each brief: client review via Frame.io, revision round, final delivery
  • Turnaround speed training: professional deadline adherence
  • Portfolio curation: 8 client-ready pieces selected, presented, and documented
  • Freelancing: pricing, proposals, contracts, client communication at agency standard

Ready to progress to L2?

L2 entry is based on L1 performance — talk to your mentor about your eligibility.

Ask About L2
Career Paths

Roles you can target after this course

Salary ranges based on Kerala market data and Unlearn Academy placement outcomes (April 2026).

Junior Graphic Designer

₹3 – 4.5 LPA

Entry level at agencies and studios

Brand Designer

₹5 – 9 LPA

Identity-focused roles at mid-level

Social Media Designer

₹3 – 5 LPA

Print Designer / Production Artist

₹3 – 5 LPA

Senior Graphic Designer

₹7 – 12 LPA

Agency lead or in-house senior

Freelance Designer

₹4 – 15 LPA

Retainer-based client work

Creative Director

₹12 – 22 LPA

Senior leadership path

Outcomes

What will you be able to do after this course?

  • Edit, composite, and retouch professional images in Photoshop
  • Create vector illustrations, logos, and brand identity systems in Illustrator
  • Use AI tools (Firefly, MidJourney) correctly within client workflows
  • Graduate with 6 portfolio-grade projects — all export-ready
  • Take on freelance clients immediately after completing L1

Fee Structure

Each level is priced separately. You enrol at L1 and progress based on performance — not time.

L1

Foundation

16 Weeks / 4 Months (L1) · Hybrid · Entry point — open to all

₹36,000 + GST offline (L1)

L2

Agency Training

2–3 Months · Entry based on L1 performance

₹24,000 – ₹36,000

L3

Specialisation

6–8 Weeks · Online · Max 10 students

₹20,000 – ₹45,000

L4

Consultant

By Invite · By invitation only

By Invitation

EMI available · 50% on enrolment, 50% after Month 1

Apply Now — Start at L1

Not sure which level? Talk to a counsellor

FAQ

Frequently asked questions — Graphic Design course in Kerala

What is the fee for the graphic design course in Trivandrum at Unlearn Academy?+

L1 Foundation is ₹36,000 + GST offline / ₹25,000 + GST online (16 weeks). L2 Agency Training is ₹24,000 (offline, 2 months). EMI available — 50% on enrolment, 50% after month 1.

Do I need to know Photoshop or Illustrator before joining?+

No prior software experience is required. L1 starts from absolute zero — Photoshop and Illustrator are both taught from scratch in the first week before any project work begins.

Is the graphic design course available in Kadakkal?+

Yes. Unlearn Academy has a campus in Kadakkal, Kollam district, where the graphic design course is available. Hybrid options are also available for students across Kerala.

What kind of portfolio will I have after completing L1?+

L1 graduates leave with 6 portfolio-grade projects: photo composites, vector illustrations, a logo, a brand identity system, e-commerce and social media design sets, and a final integrated Photoshop + Illustrator piece. All are export-ready and presentable to clients.

What jobs can I get after a graphic design course in Kerala?+

Common roles include junior graphic designer (₹3–4.5 LPA), brand designer, social media designer, and production artist at agencies in Trivandrum, Kochi, or Kozhikode. Graduates with strong portfolios also secure freelance and GCC remote design roles.

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