Student Experience

What to Expect

Students in Algonquin College’s Graphic Design program study the design fundamentals for print and screen in the first two years of the program. In the third year, students take part in a field placement to obtain on-the-job training and experience. By the time students graduate, they have produced a comprehensive design portfolio profiling their skills and abilities, and have the opportunity to display their best work at an annual Grad Show exhibition for graphic design professionals and the public.

Success Stories & Testimonials

Hear about Anna’s experience in the program and how her time in field placement prepared her for a full-time job.

Hear more about Ibrahim’s experience in the program.

Here’s just some of the amazing feedback our fieldwork students have received:

Student: Annabelle Allen
Employer: Bev Hyatt, Cinnamon Toast

There were a lot of great candidates for the [Fieldwork] position this year, but Annabelle stood out with a high-quality portfolio, eagerness, and professionalism. We are excited for her to join our team!

Student: Linden Wheeler
Employer: Jamie Muntean, Acart Communications

Linden has gone above and beyond what is expected from an intern or even a junior designer. Everyone is excited for Linden to join our team!

Students: Multiple
Employer: Terro Hollo, Victory Arts

Once again, a big thank you for another great Fieldwork. It was a success and I truly enjoyed working with students from Algonquin College’s Graphic Design program. Very happy with all the work they did. They are all fantastic students with bright futures… They are well-trained and very professional students and that is why they’ll succeed

Check out some of our amazing final year students’ portfolio websites:
Matthew Peixoto
Cameron Stewart
Hannah Douglas
Teri Dibbits