Ultimate Graphic Designing Course in Pakistan: Master Photoshop, Illustrator, CorelDRAW & AI Tools (Practical & Beginner Friendly)

This graphic designing course in Abbottabad teaches you Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW, Canva, InPage and AI design tools from scratch, so you can create logos, posters, brochures, social media graphics and a complete client portfolio. It is built for beginners: students, job seekers, freelancers and small business owners who want practical design skills rather than theory. The course runs for 12 weeks, is available on campus in Abbottabad, live online anywhere in Pakistan or hybrid, and costs Rs. 18,000 (regular fee Rs. 20,000), payable in 2 installments.

Course at a glance

What you will learn

• The principles of visual design: layout, colour, typography and how branding works.
• Photoshop for image editing, retouching and banner design.
• Illustrator for logos, icons and clean vector typography.
• CorelDRAW for print-ready layouts such as brochures and flyers.
• Canva for quick social media graphics and template-based designs.
• Urdu poster and flyer design in InPage for local clients.
• AI-powered design using Canva AI, Adobe Firefly and mockup tools.
• Complete branding projects: logo, identity kit and presentations.
• How to export, organise and present a freelance portfolio on Behance and Fiverr.

Course outline

1. Week 1: Introduction to Graphic Design and Tools Overview
2. Week 2: Adobe Photoshop – Image Editing, Banners, Retouching
3. Week 3: Adobe Illustrator – Logos, Icons, Typography
4. Week 4: CorelDRAW – Print Layouts, Brochures
5. Week 5: Canva – Simple Designs, Templates, Social Media Graphics
6. Week 6: Urdu Designs in InPage – Posters and Flyers
7. Week 7: Poster, Business Card and Book Cover Design Projects
8. Week 8: AI-Powered Design – Canva AI, Adobe Firefly, Mockup Tools
9. Week 9: Branding Projects – Logo, Identity Kit, Presentations
10. Week 10: Freelance Portfolio Creation – Export, Organise, Upload
11. Week 11: Freelancing Skills – Fiverr, Behance, Design Briefs
12. Week 12: Final Project and Portfolio Presentation

Projects you will build

• Brand identity kit: a logo in Illustrator with colour palette, business card and letterhead, presented in realistic mockups.
• Print brochure in CorelDRAW: a tri-fold brochure for a local shop, school or clinic, set up correctly for printing.
• Urdu event poster in InPage: a poster and flyer with proper Urdu typography, the kind of job print shops in Hazara ask for every day.
• Social media pack in Canva and Photoshop: a set of matching Facebook and Instagram posts, cover images and a promotional banner.
• Book cover and final portfolio: a front-and-back book cover plus a curated portfolio uploaded to Behance and ready for Fiverr.

Who should join

• Students after Matric, Intermediate or during university who want a creative skill alongside their studies.
• Job seekers aiming for designer roles in print shops, marketing agencies, media houses or schools.
• Freelancers who want to sell logo, poster and social media design services on Fiverr and Upwork.
• Business owners who want to design their own branding, menus, flyers and social media posts instead of paying for every small job.
• Digital marketers and content creators who need better visuals for ads and posts.
• Anyone who has tried Canva or Photoshop on their own and wants proper, structured training.

Career paths after the course

• Graphic designer: in-house roles at printing presses, advertising agencies, NGOs, schools and media companies.
• Social media designer: creating daily post graphics, ad creatives and cover images for brands and marketing teams.
• Print and Urdu designer: wedding cards, banners, flyers and posters for local print shops, where InPage skills are in regular demand.
• Brand identity designer: logos and identity kits for startups and small businesses.
• Freelance designer: offering services on Fiverr, Upwork and Behance to clients in Pakistan and abroad.

Graphic design pairs well with our video editing course and digital marketing course, since many clients want one person who can handle visuals, video and social media. If you are still choosing your first software, read our guide on graphic design software for beginners.

Graphic designing course in Abbottabad: on campus

On-campus classes for the graphic designing course in Abbottabad are held at the PSTA campus in Mandian, Old College Road, opposite FIMS College, Abbottabad. Each student works on a computer with the design software installed and gets hands-on help from the instructor during practice time. The campus is open Monday to Saturday, 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM (Sunday closed), with morning, afternoon, evening and weekend slots, so students and working people from Mansehra, Haripur and Havelian can pick a timing that suits their travel. Hybrid students can attend some sessions on campus and the rest online.

Graphic designing course online in Pakistan

If you are not in Abbottabad, you can take the same course live online through PSTA's learning portal. Classes are conducted live with the instructor, and every session is recorded so you can replay the Photoshop or Illustrator steps as many times as you need. You submit your design files for feedback, build the same portfolio, and receive the same PSTA certificate as campus students. Online learners join us from Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar, Multan, Quetta and smaller towns across Pakistan.

Fee and admission

The course fee is Rs. 18,000 against a regular fee of Rs. 20,000. You can pay in 2 installments: half at admission and half mid-course. To apply, click the Enroll button on this page or send a WhatsApp message to +92 314 5424399 with your city and preferred mode (on campus, online or hybrid), and the team will confirm your batch date and timing slot. See the admission page for the full process, or contact us with any question.

Frequently asked questions

What is the fee of the graphic designing course?

The fee is Rs. 18,000 (regular fee Rs. 20,000). You can pay it in 2 installments: half at admission and half mid-course.

How long is the course?

The course takes 12 weeks and covers one topic per week, from the basics of design to your final portfolio presentation.

Can I take this graphic design course online?

Yes. The course is available on campus in Abbottabad, live online from anywhere in Pakistan, and in hybrid mode. Online students get live classes plus recordings on the PSTA portal.

Do I need to know drawing?

No. Graphic design is about layout, colour, typography and software skill, not hand drawing. Everything is taught step by step in the software, and beginners with no art background do well.

What are the prerequisites?

Basic computer use (opening files, using a mouse and keyboard) is enough. No previous design or software experience is required; the first week starts with a tools overview.

Will I get a certificate, and can it be verified?

Yes, you receive a PSTA certificate on completion. Anyone can verify it at psta.com.pk/certificate using your student ID or certificate serial number.

When does the next batch start and what are the timings?

A new batch starts every month. Morning, afternoon, evening and weekend slots are available; message us on WhatsApp at +92 314 5424399 to confirm the exact slot for your batch.