Diploma
Advance your skills in design software including InDesign and Illustrator with this qualification. Gain experience in using these specialised programs to design annual reports, corporate identities, packaging and other press ready artwork. This course will also provide exposure to web design using WordPress, user interfaces, 2-D motion graphics using After Effects and the current trend of UX design (User Experience).
You will also learn 3-D modelling using Trimble Sketchup to assist in visualising packaging, signage and concept art and bring them to life with Blender 3D. This course will give you the opportunity to continue explorations into concept development, creative thinking, online social media advertising and digital illustration using an iPad and Procreate.
During your course you will complete live briefs with external clients, mainly not-for-profit organisations, to replicate real client experiences. From this exposure you will also learn about the business aspect of graphic design.
On successful completion of this diploma you will be well equipped to find employment with experience in running live briefs and advanced software skills.
An IELTS score (academic) of 6.0 with no band score less than 5.0 or equivalent.
Completion of CUA40720 Certificate IV in Design [Graphic Design] is required for entry into this course.
Please view Admission requirements for your country of origin.
To achieve this qualification, students must demonstrate competency in 19 units. These 19 are comprised of 9 core units and 10 elective units. Elective units listed below have been selected in consultation with industry.
Students who enrol into this qualification will be eligible for credit transfer of the units that they have already achieved. Fees paid by international students are set on a commercial basis and are paid as a whole of course fee - no refund will apply to credit transfers. Please refer to your letter of Offer for detailed duration and costings for your enrolment.