The course explores the fundamentals of typography and layout design:

1. Typography Basics: Font families, hierarchy, readability, and pairing.
2. Layout Principles: Grid systems, alignment, spacing, and composition.
3. Visual Balance: Contrast, proximity, and white space usage.
4. Responsive Design: Adapting layouts for different screen sizes.
5. Project Work: Create print and digital layouts for real-world scenarios.

Modules are designed to build design clarity and structure:

• Weekly design exercises focused on typography and layout.
• Mini-projects including posters, web pages, and presentations.
• Peer critiques and layout improvement sessions.
• Capstone project: Design a multi-page layout with strong typographic hierarchy.

Classes are held twice weekly:

• One lecture session covering design theory and examples.
• One workshop session for hands-on layout creation.
• Optional office hours for feedback and portfolio reviews.

This course helps learners master the art of typography and layout. It emphasizes clarity, consistency, and visual impact across media.

By the end, students will be able to design professional layouts with strong typographic structure.

• Understand typography and layout fundamentals.
• Create visually balanced and readable designs.
• Prepare for roles in graphic design and content creation.
• Build a portfolio of layout-focused design projects.