CommuniCation desigN PROGRAMME

Develop key design skills to become a visual expert


WELCOME TO

COMMUNICATION DESIGN


Our live streaming classes will shape you into the visual expert you aspire to become

After studying at htk academy, you will gain the ability to design a wide range of items, from classic magazines to websites, and from supermarket packaging to entire brands. You will master all steps of the creative process, from idea generation and conception to layout and finished production. Upon successfully completing your vocational certificate at htk academy, you will emerge as an expert in visual communication, ready to step into a job with numerous facets.

Editorial Design

Layout, typography, and colours are your tools - with us, you will learn to tell stories in a layered and creative way

Branding & Advertising

Designing a brand is a complex process - those with the ability to think outside the box belong right here.

Digital Media & UI/UX

The future is pixelated: encompassing not only UI/UX but also extending into film, motion graphics, and 3D.

BEST OF

DESIGN PROJECTS


WHY CHOOSE HTK?

Experience the perfect blend at htk academy: receive top-notch German excellence through live streaming English classes. Become a visual expert with us!

This online programme will give you the design skills you need to work in the creative industry. Once successfully completed your vocational certificate, you will also be eligible to work in Germany.

Reputation

Since 1987 htk academy has been shaping the creative minds of tomorrow. htk academy has emerged as a prominent player among German vocational schools.

Live streaming

As a Communication Design student, you will engage in high-definition live streaming classes, where interaction is not limited to design experts but also extends to your fellow classmates.

Post study

Equipped with your vocational certificate, you become eligible for employment in Germany. Alternatively, you have the option to further your education at one of our affiliated institutions and earn a design-focused (top up) Bachelor’s degree!

Prospects

Want to make a lasting impression during your future job interviews? Throughout each semester, you’ll engage in hands-on design projects, a crucial step in elevating your creative portfolio to new heights.

“My thesis was awarded by the Art Directors Club Germany with the highest national recognition, the ‘Golden Nail,’ and ‘ADC Talent of the Year.’ I have grasped what makes a good idea and how to bring it to life. I learned both at the htk academy.”

Michael Ullrich

htk academy Absolvent


WANT TO KNOW MORE?

KEY FACTS


QUALIFICATION htk vocational certificate

LANGUAGE English

MONTHLY FEES
•••408€ (direct debit payment)
••••492€ (standard)

STUDY MODE Online

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Secondary school diploma or working experience

APPLICATION Online

If you pay through direct debit, you will get our special monthly fee, 408€. Unlike the majority of bachelor’s degree programs, there is no requirement to pay the first-year fees upfront. Moreover, the overall fees at htk a academy are lower than those of traditional BA degrees.

NEXT START DATES

01.07.24

Online

01.10.24

Online

01.04.25

Online


ONLINE WORKSHOPS

OUR EVENTS


We plan to set up monthly online workshops. Stay tuned for more details!


WHAT DOES THIS PROGRAMME OFFER IN TERMS OF

JOB PROSPECTS


After completing your vocational course in Communication Design at htk academy, you will be well-prepared for a diverse array of opportunities and possibilities within the creative industry. Check out below:

  • In media and advertising agencies
  • In magazine and publishing houses
  • At corporate companies as an in-house designer
  • in UI/UX field in digital agencies
  • in studios for packaging design
  • as a brand designer in design agency
  • Or… you can also start your own venture

ALL EARS FOR

DESIGN & CREATIVITY


Whether you’re passionate about design or user experience, the essence of a perfect creative experience is, undoubtedly, the right music. Our Spotify playlists are meticulously curated for every creative endeavor—whether it’s classic magazine design inspirations or the latest UX trends, we’ve got your soundtrack covered!

DID YOU KNOW?

According to the Federal Statistical Office, there are currently around 33,000 advertising agencies in Germany. Interestingly, only five percent of these agencies have more than 20 employees

Die Serviceplan Group is the largest communication agency in Germany. The agency group, headquartered in Munich, employed a total of around 2,963 staff (2022) at its locations nationwide by the end of the year. Following closely are Young von Matt and the Hirschen Group in second and third places. (Source: Statista)


Any questions? Ask your

STUDENT ADVISOR



READY?!

START YOUR ADVENTURE


Now it’s up to you! You can either apply directly, download the course’s brochure or arrange an online meeting with your student advisor!


GOOD TO KNOW

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS



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MORE DETAILS


WANT TO KNOW MORE?

Download our Communication Design brochure