# Layout, Applied Work & Portfolio

- **Part of:** [Graphic Design](/en/tracks/graphic-design) — learning path 4 of 4
- **Length:** 3 chapters · 6 lessons · 6 hours a week
- **Level:** Beginner

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1. [Design Foundations](/en/paths/graphic-design-foundations) — 2 chapters · 6 hours a week · 1 checkpoint
2. [Raster Design with Photoshop](/en/paths/graphic-design-photoshop) — 2 chapters · 8 hours a week · 1 checkpoint
3. [Vector & Brand with Illustrator](/en/paths/graphic-design-illustrator) — 2 chapters · 8 hours a week · 1 checkpoint
4. **Layout, Applied Work & Portfolio** — 3 chapters · 6 hours a week · 1 checkpoint
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## Syllabus

### 1. Layout & Print with InDesign

- 2 lessons
- **Skills:** InDesign · Layout · Print Preparation · Grid Systems

### 2. Applied Design & Social Media

- 2 lessons
- **Skills:** Social Media Design · Advertising Design · Content Graphics

### 3. Portfolio

- 2 lessons
- **Skills:** Portfolio Building · Presentation · Case Studies
- **Checkpoint:** Portfolio Capstone Gate

## Checkpoints

To pass each checkpoint you hand in a piece of real work. What each one asks for:

- **Portfolio Capstone Gate:** Present a portfolio of 5 finished pieces spanning raster, vector, layout, and applied work, each with a short case study explaining the brief and the choices.