Bachelor of Design (Visual Communication Design)

The Bachelor of Design (Visual Communication Design) encourages students to explore how, as humans, we communicate and organise information in visually accessible ways and develop a well-rounded understanding of the theory and practice of communication design.

This degree has a strong focus on visual communication in the global marketplace and how to design for both business and consumer audiences across different cultural contexts. You’ll graduate with a thorough knowledge of typography, logotype design, layout, publication design, environmental graphics, packaging and digital design. This course also investigates both a traditional print-based design perspective and one which covers web-based applications and new technologies, setting students on the path to a successful design career.

Our courses at the Faculty of Arts and Design produce graduates that are equipped with professional knowledge and skills, critical and creative thinking, excellent communication skills, ethical practice, and collegiality to ensure they are employment ready and able to reach the full potential of their career.

Areas of study

Digital design, environmental graphics, layout, logotype design, packaging, publication design, typography, visual communication.

Career opportunities

Graphic designer, multimedia designer, art director, creative director, digital designer, illustrator, package designer, design strategist, interactive designer, design researcher, visual designer.

Practical experience

Take advantage of opportunities for direct industry engagement at every level of your study, including internships with private companies, government departments, advertising and design agencies, and more. You’ll learn about design from real-world industry practitioners and will undertake live industry briefs with the opportunity to progress your designs into production. You’ll work collaboratively with fellow Bachelor of Design students to create products with the potential to sell them on campus and throughout Canberra.

By the time you graduate you’ll have amassed an impressive portfolio of genuine design projects, and will have opportunities to present it to, and have it reviewed by, industry professionals. Previous associations UC students have connected with include BMW, Canberra Design Festival, National Museum of Australia, FASHFEST, Australian Tax Office, Zoo Group, Cre8ive, Oxide Interactive, Red Corner Boxing and ThinkPlace.

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.