Graphic & Web Design
JOHN ABBOTT COLLEGE
Deadline: March 1
How to Apply
John Abbott College is affiliated with the Service régional d’admission du Montréal métropolitain (SRAM) and uses its online application service.
Warning: The documents and payment must be submitted by the deadline.
1. SRAM Application
1. Complete the online SRAM application.
2. Upload any necessary documents directly to your online SRAM application.
3. Students whose prerequisites are more than five years old should contact the Admissions Office.2.
2. Program Selection
1. Select John Abbott and the program of your choice.
2. Use the corresponding SRAM program number: 570.G0
(Program name on the SRAM website:
Office System Technology –
Micropublishing and Hypermedia)
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Admission Requirements
CEGEP
Requirements
A Secondary School Diploma
(SSD) which includes:
Secondary 5 Language of Instruction
Secondary 5 Second Language
Secondary 4 Mathematics
Secondary 4 Science and Technology
OR
A Secondary School Vocational
Diploma (SSVD) which includes:
Secondary 5 Language of Instruction
Secondary 5 Second Language
Secondary 4 Mathematics
Program
Prerequisites
No specific prerequisites are required for this program.
Please Note
Applicants who have not studied in Québec must have their education deemed equivalent by the College.
Contact the
Program
College: John Abbott College
Program: Graphic and Web Design
Address: 21275 Lakeshore Road, Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, Quebec, H9X 3L9
Email: gwd@johnabbott.qc.ca
Phone: (514) 457-6610
Admissions Office
514-457-6610 ext. 5358, 5355, 5361
admissions@johnabbott.qc.ca
Graphic & Web Design Department
gwd@johnabbott.qc.ca1F3354
Curriculum: Skills & Software Mastery
You will gain full mastery of the essential tools used in every design studio today, ensuring you are immediately employable:
Adobe Dreamweaver
Design, code, and publish websites, combining visual layout tools with HTML/CSS editing.
Adobe InDesign
Create professional layouts for print and digital media, like magazines, and brochures.
Adobe Acrobat
Prepare, edit, and share PDF documents for presentations, portfolios, and client-ready materials.
Adobe Photoshop
Create and edit images, graphics, and digital artwork for web and print projects.
Adobe Premiere
Edit and produce high-quality videos for online content, marketing, or multimedia projects.
Adobe Illustrator
Design vector-based graphics, logos, icons, and scalable illustrations for web and print.
What you will learn
In the Graphic and Web Design program, you’ll learn how to create for both print and digital media. You’ll build websites, master industry software, and develop strong design skills in layout, typography, branding, and user experience.
Branding & Print
Master the visual identity process, from 2D composition and typography to developing complete branding identity packages (logos, stationery, packaging).
Digital Marketing
Gain essential skills in making digital content perform with Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Social Media Optimization (SMO), and Web Animation.
Program Overview
The Graphic and Web Design program teaches you how to create visually engaging designs for both print and digital media.
You’ll learn the core principles of design, build strong technical skills using industry-standard software, and develop the creativity needed to bring ideas to life.
Through hands-on projects, real-world assignments, and collaborative work, you’ll graduate with a polished portfolio and the confidence to begin a career in the design industry.
Web Technologies
MySQL
PHP
Apache
Additional Skills
Web & Digital Design (UI/UX)
Learn to build responsive, modern online experiences, covering Responsive Web Design, HTML/CSS coding, Website Interface Design, and platform mastery using Content Management Systems (CMS) like WordPress.
“I was nervous to code a website – but now I can!”
One of the main questions students ask is whether prior coding experience is required, and the answer is no. This program is designed for beginners, allowing you to explore all areas of design while gaining the skills and confidence to create your own websites and digital projects.
Design Fundamentals
Develop a comprehensive understanding of core concepts like Colour Theory, Visual Communication, and professional Print and Web Production Processes.
Career Paths & Graduate Outcomes
Career Paths
Graphic Designer, Web Designer, UX/UI Assistant, Front-End Developer, Social Media Manager, Freelance Designer, Digital Marketer.
Further Education
Our graduates successfully transfer to university programs in Design, Arts, Marketing, Communications, and 3D Animation.
Portfolio Showcases
Link directly to your annual student showcase/vernissage or trade fair—proof that your program yields professional-quality work.
Previous Artworks
Explore a collection of creative work produced by students from past years, including both recent graduates and those from earlier classes. These projects showcase the wide range of skills developed in the Graphic and Web Design program—from branding and illustration to web design and print layouts. Each piece reflects the creativity and dedication of our students, giving you a glimpse of the kind of work you can create during your time in the program.
