Design (Visual Commuication)

Interactive media is evolving faster than ever before, with the world calling out for apps, user-based interactions, and experiences faster than they can be designed. If you’re passionate about art and problem solving this course is for you.

Visual Communication at JMC provides you with the tools and skills you need to create innovative solutions in an ever-evolving world of interactive media. You’ll discover the true power of visual communication and storytelling, learn the processes behind creative problem solving and explore ways to create better experiences for people in physical, digital and virtual spaces.

The Visual Communication course equips you with the ‘how’ as you learn the ‘why’ and exercise your creativity with input from experienced teachers. Delve into a deeper understanding of core design principles, the design thinking process, and the technical skills required for you to apply what you’ve learned across a variety of platforms and media.

We take design seriously at JMC. Our classes are full of the best tech in the trade, constantly updated with industry-standard tech and the latest software out there. From day one, you’ll attend classes set up in studio-like environments and have access to a range of equipment including Wacom graphics tablets, HTC Vive VR tech, 3D printers and DSLR cameras that will allow you to experiment and design to your heart’s desire. You’ll also receive a complimentary Adobe Creative Cloud licence.

With advanced-design campuses in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane, ongoing technology upgrades, a dedicated team of academics and industry professionals, and a network of international master class lecturers, JMC Academy is committed to ensuring our graduates make their own indelible mark on industry.

While agencies, advertising, publishing and media roles are traditionally the most common areas of employment, the demand for good visual communicators is prevalent in almost every field, including banking and finance to architecture and medicine.

All JMC Bachelor Degree graduates are eligible to apply for entry into JMC Academy's Master of Creative Industries, or relevant post-grad qualification at any Australian university.

Areas of study

3D design, communication, creative arts, design, design photography, design theory, digital design, digital imaging, graphic design, information design, information technology, interactive design, story telling, typography, user experience design, visual communication.

Career opportunities

Experience designer, UX consultant/designer, graphic designer, art director, social media designer, content coordinator, web/app designer, 3D visualiser, motion designer.

Practical experience

Internships are the perfect opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience and learn how the industry really operates. At JMC we have a dedicated Internship Program which provides students the opportunity to work in real-life industry roles.

Fees and charges

Domestic students have the option of paying tuition fees prior to the commencement of each trimester or deferring payment through FEE-HELP. To be entitled to FEE-HELP you must be an Australian citizen or hold a permanent humanitarian visa. Visit the JMC Academy website for the latest fee information.

Essential requirements for admission

Interview: All applicants must attend an interview. Once we've received your application we'll give you a call and organise for you to come in for a consultation with one of our student recruitment advisers. During this appointment they'll be able to confirm your application details, assess the best course & study options for you.

Admission criteria

Applicants with recent secondary education

Satisfactory completion of Year 12 or equivalent. No ATAR required.

All applicants

Folio and folio presentation: You are encouraged to bring along any samples at all of work you've completed either in your free time or during alternative study. The portfolio should contain at least five pieces of work that demonstrate your creativity and may include drawings, paintings, photography, design work, stories and more. This can be shown on a device or in hard copy format. This will help us assess your general aptitude and passion for the course.

Refer to JMC's general admission criteria.

Advanced standing

You may be entitled to credit for prior learning, whether formal or informal. Formal learning can include previous study in higher education, vocational education, or adult and community education. Informal learning can include on the job learning or various kinds of work and life experience. Credit can reduce the amount of study needed to complete a degree.

JMC credit transfer and recognition of prior learning

How to apply

Apply online at the JMC website. Do not apply through UAC.

Further information

View full details of this course on the JMC website.

JMC Academy is recognised as follows:
• Registered Australian Higher Education Provider
• Accredited by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA)
• Registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and courses for Overseas Students
• Accredited by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA)
• Member of the Australian Council of Private Education and Training (ACPET)
• Registered FEE-HELP provider for all Higher Education Programs
• AUSTUDY/ABSTUDY approved for all full time courses.

ATAR profile

ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2023)

Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only; it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2020 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.

Student profile