Diploma of Design

Diploma

Looking for a doorway into Design? You have come to the right place. If you are creative and interested in design but concerned about your ATAR or English language skills, our Diploma of Design is the answer.

Key details

Degree Type

Diploma

Course Code

199JA.4, 50

About this course

Looking for a doorway into Design?

You have come to the right place. If you are creative and interested in design but concerned about your ATAR or English language skills, our Diploma of Design is the answer. You will open a direct pathway to a Bachelor of Design, or any of the faculty's suite of design degrees, from which you can focus on any design field you wish.

What you will learn

learn creative thinking skills
develop an understanding of visual communication
become familiar with design technology
be introduced to 2D and 3D design
investigate and develop design projects
work in a design studio environment.
develop the knowledge and skills needed to enter the design industry.

Career pathways

You may choose to enter the design industry directly as a team member or assistant designer in a range of fields, including:

architecture
landscape
interior
graphic design
industrial design
visual merchandising
building and construction management

Credit for prior study or work

There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy.

University of Canberra