• The Graphic Design and Visual Effects program aims to prepare graduates capable of creativity in digital design and visual media by:
  • Developing artistic and technical skills in using design software and visual effects.
  • Enhancing the ability to innovate and solve creative problems.
  • Providing students with theoretical knowledge of design principles and visual arts.
  • Preparing them to meet the demands of local and international job markets.
  • Cultivating aesthetic and cultural awareness in visual and creative works.

The Graphic Design and Visual Effects program targets students and graduates who wish to develop their creative and technical skills in digital design and visual media, as well as professionals seeking to enhance their expertise in graphic design, animation, and visual effects.

Graduates of the Graphic Design and Visual Effects program possess a set of skills and competencies that qualify them to work and innovate in digital design and visual media, including:

• Advanced skills in using graphic design and visual effects software.
• Ability to produce innovative design projects that meet market needs.
• Strong understanding of design principles and visual arts.
• Critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills.
• Aesthetic and cultural awareness in artistic and creative work.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

Upon completing the Graphic Design and Visual Effects program, students will be able to:

1. Apply graphic design principles and visual arts in practical projects.
2. Use specialized digital design and visual effects software efficiently.
3. Produce innovative design works that meet market requirements.
4. Critically and artistically analyze and evaluate visual works.
5. Work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and manage creative projects.
6. Develop creative ideas and solutions for various design challenges.

Graduates of the Graphic Design and Visual Effects program can work in a wide range of professional fields, including:

• Advertising and digital marketing companies.
• Studios specializing in animation and visual effects.
• Digital and television media.
• Graphic design for print and publishing.
• User interface and experience design for applications and websites.
• Video game development and film production.

Students who have obtained a minimum score of 50% or higher in the General Secondary Education Examination (Tawjihi) are eligible for admission. Accepted streams include Scientific, Literary, Industrial, Information Technology, or any equivalent international certificates, provided they are accredited by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education

• 906101 – Computer Design (1)
  An introduction to digital design using Adobe Illustrator. Students learn the fundamentals of visual identity creation, logo design, and the development of expressive graphic symbols.
• 906103 – Academic Drawing (1)
  Covers freehand drawing and perspective principles, aiming to build students’ visual expression skills and accurate artistic composition.
• 906105 – Principles of Graphic Design
  A comprehensive introduction to design concepts, focusing on balance, contrast, unity, rhythm, and proportion, with practical design applications.
• 906107 – Color Theory
  Explores primary and secondary colors, mixing techniques, color relationships, and the psychological and aesthetic effects of color in design.
• 906108 – Computer Design (2)
  Practical training on Adobe Photoshop for image editing, retouching, compositing, and creating visual effects for graphic applications.
• 901102 – Introduction to Visual Design
  Introduces the principles of animation and visual movement, and how they can be applied in artistic and design projects.
• 906102 – Typography
  Focuses on the art of text formation using Adobe Illustrator, studying typefaces, typographic composition, and the relationship between text and visual design.
• 906104 – Academic Drawing (2)
  Develops advanced drawing skills through the study of art movements and the history of graphic design, combined with practical exercises.
• 906106 – Graphic Design (1)
  Applied course focusing on the design of corporate visual identities, from basic elements to the creation of complete and practical branding systems.
• 901216 – Visual Effects Production (1)
  Introduction to video editing using Adobe Premiere and audio processing with Adobe Audition, leading to the creation of practical media projects.
• 906201 – Printmaking Techniques
  Blends traditional art with practical applications, covering techniques such as linoleum plate engraving and woodburning to produce artistic prints.
• 906203 – Computer Design (3)
  Hands-on training in Adobe InDesign for book and magazine layout, as well as Adobe XD for user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design.
• 906205 – Photography
  Covers the fundamentals of photography as an artistic tool, focusing on lighting, camera angles, composition, and creative image-making.
• 90207 – Graphic Design (2)
  Advanced applications in graphic design, with emphasis on packaging design and mural projects, linking creative design with branding strategies
• 906209 – 2D and 3D Animation
  An introduction to 3D Max, covering modeling, animation, and scene creation in three dimensions, alongside applications in 2D animation.
• 906210 – Visual Effects Production (2)
  Advanced training in visual effects using Adobe After Effects, with emphasis on cinematic scenes and advertising projects.
• 906202 – Computer Design (4)
  Practical training on Adobe Animate to produce 2D animations, transforming ideas into moving visual stories.