ADOBE PHOTOSHOP SHORT COURSE : NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY

Introduction:

Adobe Photoshop is the industry standard software to use for designers, marketers, image-makers and photographers alike.

It’s a versatile software and skill to learn as it’s used for a wide range of applications, including:

• editing and manipulating photographic images and illustrations

• graphic design

• product illustration

• textiles and fashion design

• website design.

This course is suitable for anyone looking to apply Adobe Photoshop to either artistic pursuits or professional projects.

It’s also ideal if you’ve attempted to learn the basics online and would like to consolidate your skills and learn the most efficient ways of working in the software, as you’ll be learning directly from an expert with years of knowledge and experience.

You’ll be introduced to the main functions of Adobe Photoshop as well as receiving industry level tips, tricks and shortcuts, so that you can efficiently create and edit images with maximum visual impact.

Through practical projects, you’ll develop your skills in the software and use a range of tools and techniques to enhance and adapt photographic images and learn how to use them in a variety of different print and screen outputs.

You’ll have dedicated, uninterrupted study time in our industry standard Mac suites, using the latest version of Adobe Photoshop software.

• You’ll be part of a design community in our creative studio culture; one that promotes discussion and collaboration, and encourages experimentation and the constant swapping of ideas.

• With a limited class size you'll have the one-to-one attention you need to ensure you leave with the skills to continue developing your designs at home or work.

• Benefit from learning with an experienced tutor who has established links to the profession and significant experience working in varied practices.

• On successful completion of the course you will receive a certificate of attendance.

On This Course, You Will:

• learn how to create and size files for digital and print

• produce layers and understand different layer styles

• discover how to use pivotal tools such as the direct selection and pen tool

• create digital collages that utilise key skills

• understand the key use of photoshop in relation to other Adobe applications

• save artworks in various formats

• understand what pixel artwork is and its main uses and advantages

• practice using important options such as brightness and contrast

• use the gradient tool to create gradients.

Course Details

• Level(s) of Study: Short course

• Course Fee: £325

• Start Date(s): 14 October 2025

• Duration: Monday and Tuesday, 10 am - 4 pm

• Study Mode(s): Short course

• Campus: City Campus