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Diploma of Design

University of Canberra

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About

Unleash your creativity and innovation with our Diploma of Design. Created for those seeking a pathway to a Design degree, this course will introduce you to the fundamentals of design thinking, processes, tools and technology. At the end of this course, you'll be able to apply to the faculty of Arts and Design's suite of design degrees, from which you can hone-in on any the design field of your choice.

On completion of the diploma, students are eligible to enter the second year of all degrees within the design and built environment programs. This includes 361125 Bachelor of Building and Construction Management (Honours), 362107 Bachelor of Design (Industrial Design), 362109 Bachelor of Design (Visual Communication Design), 362108 Bachelor of Design (Interaction Design), 363004 Bachelor of The Built Environment (Architecture), 363005 Bachelor of The Built Environment (Interior Architecture) and 363129 Bachelor of Landscape Design.

Areas of study

2D and 3D design, creative thinking, visual communication.

Career opportunities

Assistant designer, architect designer, landscape designer, interior designer, graphic designer, industrial designer, visual merchandiser.

Fees and charges

The Australian Government subsidises the tuition fee for this course. The remaining balance is paid by the student. Current UC fee information.

Admission criteria

Applicants with recent secondary education

Optional portfolio: The Faculty of Arts and Design provides portfolio options for entry. In addition to your UAC application, submit your portfolio by email. Details of portfolio entry.

Other applicants

Refer to the UC general admission criteria.

Student profile

Visit the UC website.

Further information

View all details of this course on the University of Canberra website.

Course updates
Courses are added and cancelled throughout the admissions year and course details are subject to change. Check the UAC course search regularly.

Honours
Honours programs are available as an additional year to meritorious students in most UC courses.

Flexible delivery
UC offers a selection of courses through flexible online delivery.