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Globalisation and new developments in information and media technology are reshaping design. This program gives you the knowledge and skills to thrive in a changing visual-media landscape.
Study options
FULL TIME
1.5 years
Start times
Term 1
March
(2024)
Term 3
October
(2024)
Available campuses
A creative degree that gets down to business
Explore image design, typography, layout design, branding, design history, research methods and web-based design. Engage in individual and team projects. Develop conceptual thinking skills and use a variety of traditional and emerging technologies to expand your creative capabilities.
When you successfully complete the 16-month diploma from The College, you gain guaranteed entry into the second year of the Bachelor of Design (Visual Communication) at Western Sydney University.
To apply, you don’t need an ATAR; all you need are ambition and the determination to work hard. Once you’re here, our mission is to make sure you have the supportive learning environment and flexibility you need to transform your life. That includes smaller class sizes with greater access to one-on-one teaching and support. Our Extended Diplomas also cover extra introductory subjects that will prepare you for success in your tertiary studies and beyond.
At The College, we’re dedicated to your success. We know that if you’re given a supportive learning environment with a dedicated team of educators, anything is possible. Our wide range of pathway options include University Foundation Studies, Extended Diplomas and Integrated Diploma/Bachelor programs. Your success starts here.
Program structure
Our program structure is outlined in our handbook. Here you can view all of the subjects you will be studying.
Fees and delivery
Fees: Varies depending on subjects selected.
For more details, consult Student Contribution Bands
Delivery: On campus
Fees: Varies depending on subjects selected.
For further information, consult: International Program Fees
Delivery: On Campus
Start your unlimited journey today.
Your career
This program may open the door to a career as a:
- Artistic Director
- Animator
- Graphic Designer
- Advertising Professional
- Teacher
- Photographer
Your career
User Interface Designer
Interface design can be the make or break of a new device, website, or system. This career will blend your knowledge of design principles with a strong understanding of users and how they experience technology.
Graphic and Web Designers, and Illustrators
Graphic and Web Designers, and Illustrators design information for visual and audio communication, publication and display using print, film, electronic, digital and other forms of visual and audio media.
Photographer
Professional photographers are responsible for taking photographs of media specific to an organisation or on a freelance basis. Photographers have to edit photographs and manage copies or prints to meet deadlines.
Games Designer
Games Designers work collaboratively as part of a team of programmers, illustrators and animators to create concepts, scripts, characters, settings and stories for electronic gaming.
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Apply now and start your unlimited journey.
*The tuition fees quoted above are the fees for the normal full-time study load of the program (80 credit points) per annum, unless the total duration of the program is less than 80CP. International students will be subject to a variable fee regime; i.e. enrolled students will be required to pay fees during their program based on the approved fee for each calendar year. Fee changes (if any) will occur at 1 January each calendar year. Students who extend their program past the normal finish date of the program will be required to pay additional fees based on the prevailing fee level. Western Sydney University is a multi-campus institution. The University reserves the right to alter the location of its programs between campuses and other locations as necessary. Students should be aware of the possibility of change of location for the whole or part of programs for which they enrol and should plan for the need to travel between Western Sydney campuses.
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