Diploma of Graphic Design
Torrens University Australia
CRICOS provider number: 03389E TEQSA provider ID: PRV12209
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This course has been cancelled
About
The Diploma of Graphic Design explores the theory, practice and human connection of graphic design. Throughout the course, you’ll challenge the conventions of current graphic design ideas and deliver engaging, appropriate and original solutions for everything from point-of-sale material to books and billboards.
You’ll learn about design history and principles, ideas generation, brand identity, typography, design research and user experience. By examining logos, symbols and brands you’ll have the opportunity to design your own unique brand and workshop it with other students, so you start to see your designs through the eyes of others. You’ll also gain the skills to use industry standard graphic design software with confidence and flair.
The Diploma of Graphic Design will give you key conceptual and technical skills to transform fantastic concepts into visual reality. You will graduate ready for entry-level employment in the graphic design sector and/or specialised design study at Bachelor level.
With successful completion of this diploma, you can receive credits for the subjects you complete and gain entry into the second year of a Bachelor degree.
Learning outcomes:
- Grow your skills and knowledge from a technical and theoretical base.
- Discover the powerful uses of typography and design principles in creating meaning across communication.
- Manipulate photography and illustration to create original works.
- Master industry-standard software and related tools in a technical environment.
- Learn the language of graphic design so you graduate job-ready.
Note: This course is also available at our Brisbane and Melbourne campuses. Flexible study options are available including On-campus, Online or a Hybrid of both.
Areas of study
Design foundations, finished art, form and insight, interaction design, motion design, portfolio and professional practice, publishing and media, symbols and branding, typography, visual language of design.
Career opportunities
Graphic designer, brand and identity designer, web designer, book and publication designer, illustrator.
Practical experience
The big difference at Billy Blue College of Design at Torrens University Australia is that you’ll start working in the design industry from day one – gaining valuable experience, learning from industry professionals and making industry connections. We have a strong network of partners and are always welcoming opportunities to build new relationships in the design world.
Work placement hours: Approximately 90 hours
Fees and charges
Students pay the full cost of domestic fee-paying (DFEE) courses. Scholarships and FEE-HELP loans are available. Current Torrens University fee information.
Essential requirements for admission
Year 12 qualification: Applicants must have completed Year 12 or equivalent.
Admission criteria
ATAR is not a requirement. Applicants must have completed Year 12 or equivalent.
All Applicants
Refer to the Torrens University general admission criteria.
Student profile
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Further information
View all details of this course on the Torrens University website.
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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 2024 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.
- This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.
Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
Course updates
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Domestic fee-paying (DFEE) courses
Domestic fee-paying (DFEE) courses typically cost you more than equivalent Commonwealth-supported place (CSP) courses – read about university course costs.
Many courses are also offered at other campuses throughout Australia. Explore other Torrens University course options.