Date: 1 June 2026 – 12 June 2026
Duration: 2 Weeks (Intensive  beginners Training)
Time: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Venue: UDSM Kijitonyama Campus (Former TTCL Staff College), Dar es Salaam
Fee: TZS 650,000

Course Overview and Objectives

Discover the exciting world of Graphic Design with this beginner-friendly, hands-on training using Adobe Photoshop Pro. This course is designed to guide you step-by-step through essential design concepts and practical Photoshop tools, enabling you to create visually appealing and professional-quality graphics.

Whether you are starting your journey in design or looking to enhance your digital creativity, this course provides a solid foundation for producing content suitable for social media, business branding, and digital communication.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand core principles of graphic design
  • Use Adobe Photoshop tools such as layers, selections, and brushes effectively
  • Apply image editing techniques including color correction and retouching
  • Design materials such as posters, flyers, social media graphics, and business cards
  • Export and optimize designs for both print and digital platforms

Who is the Target Audience?

This course is ideal for:

  • Beginners with no prior experience in graphic design
  • Content creators and social media managers
  • Small business owners and entrepreneurs
  • Students and professionals exploring creative careers
  • Anyone interested in visual storytelling and digital design

Pre-requisites

  • Basic computer skills (Windows or Mac)
  • Participants must have access to a laptop or MacBook
  • Software installation guidance will be provided upon registration

Training Content Highlights

Introduction to Graphic Design

  • Importance of graphic design in modern industries
  • Principles of design: balance, contrast, hierarchy, alignment, and spacing

Getting Started with Adobe Photoshop

  • Overview of Photoshop interface and tools
  • Setting up workspace and managing projects

Core Design Tools and Techniques

  • Working with layers and masks
  • Selection tools and image transformations
  • Basic image editing and retouching techniques

Typography and Text Design

  • Adding and formatting text
  • Font selection, alignment, and styling
  • Applying text effects

Advanced Beginner Techniques

  • Filters and visual effects
  • Custom brushes and creative tools
  • Color correction and image enhancement

Project-Based Learning

  • Designing social media graphics and promotional materials
  • Photo manipulation and creative compositions
  • Final design project and presentation

Exporting and Sharing Designs

  • Preparing files for web and print
  • Optimizing formats and file sizes
  • Sharing and presenting design work

Registration and Inquiries

For more information or to register, contact:

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Phone: +255 754 471 705

Kickstart your journey into the world of graphic design and unlock your creative potential with Adobe Photoshop Pro.

Limited slots available — Register today!

Contact Us

Director
Center for Virtual Learning
University of Dar es Salaam,
Kijitonyama Campus
P.O. Box 33335
Dar es Salaam
Tanzania
Phone: +255 (0) 22 2700766
Fax: +255 (0) 22 2700766
cvl@udsm.ac.tz

Branches Address

MWANZA BRANCH
Branch Manager
Nyegezi Fisheries Avenue,
Phone: +255 (0) 22 2700766
EMail: cvl@udsm.ac.tz
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Branch Manager
Sokoine Avenue, Uzunguni
Phone: +255 (0) 22 2700766
EMail: cvl@udsm.ac.tz