CUA50720 | CRICOS: 105823K

Diploma of Graphic Design

Embrace your creative flair with this hands-on qualification. This comprehensive course is ideal for people wanting to work in the fast-paced world of graphic design, digital design and visual communications.

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STUDY LOCATIONS Greater Brisbane Gold Coast

WAYS TO STUDY On campus Online International

NEXT INTAKE Start date: 28 Jan 2025 Duration: 1 year View all intakes

WHAT YOU'LL PAY

Concession

$13,510

Subsidised

$14,860

Full Fee

$19,365

International

$22,000

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Course overview

According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, there's strong future growth predicted for a range of digital creative roles including graphic and web designers and illustrators. There's likely to be around 27,000 jobs created in these occupations over the next five years.

In this course you will gain a diverse range of skills in technical and theoretical design principles and their application in everyday design. Expand on your creative talents through practical exercises in typography, branding, packaging, digital and online design, illustration and portfolio design, all while working in a collaborative, studio environment.

Completion of this course will award you the skills you need to work individually or collaboratively as a graphic designer, digital artist or illustrator within the creative industries environment. Successful completion also provides great articulation opportunities into higher education courses.

What can I do?

Typesetter
Creative Entrepreneur
Illustrator
Digital Artist
Graphic Designer

Course outcome:

CUA50720 Diploma of Graphic Design

Pathways to university

With our diploma-to-degree pathways you can jump straight into the second year of a related bachelor’s degree at some of Australia's top universities. This diploma will also give you one year of credit and a provisional place in the Bachelor of Digital Design (Visual Communication Design) delivered in Brisbane in partnership with the University of Canberra.

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 10 elective units from the list below.

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
CUAACD531

Refine drawing and other visual representation tools

UNIT CODE :
CUAACD531

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use drawing and other visual representation tools to develop, refine and communicate ideas for creative work.
UNIT NAME
Refine drawing and other visual representation tools
(Image, Type and Illustration cluster)

UNIT CODE
CUADES413

Develop and extend design skills and practice

UNIT CODE :
CUADES413

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and extend skills as a practising designer.
UNIT NAME
Develop and extend design skills and practice
(Packaging cluster)

UNIT CODE
CUAGRD501

Research visual communication history and theory

UNIT CODE :
CUAGRD501

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to research visual communication history and theory and to apply that research to own professional practice
UNIT NAME
Research visual communication history and theory
(Image, Type and Illustration cluster)

UNIT CODE
CUAGRD502

Produce graphic designs for 2-D and 3-D applications

UNIT CODE :
CUAGRD502

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan and produce a body of two-dimensional (2-D) and three-dimensional (3-D) graphic design work in response to a variety of visual communication challenges.
UNIT NAME
Produce graphic designs for 2-D and 3-D applications
(Packaging cluster)

UNIT CODE
CUAGRD503

Produce typographic design solutions

UNIT CODE :
CUAGRD503

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to produce professional typography for a wide range of communication needs.
UNIT NAME
Produce typographic design solutions
(Image, Type and Illustration cluster)

UNIT CODE
CUAGRD514

Create and manipulate graphics

UNIT CODE :
CUAGRD514

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to create and manipulate graphics using a combination of creative design skills and technical software proficiency.
UNIT NAME
Create and manipulate graphics
(Digital communication cluster)

UNIT CODE
CUAGRD515

Design and manipulate complex layouts

UNIT CODE :
CUAGRD515

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design complex publication layouts by combining creative design skills with technical software proficiency.
UNIT NAME
Design and manipulate complex layouts
(Print design cluster)

UNIT CODE
CUAGRD516

Develop graphic design practice to meet industry needs

UNIT CODE :
CUAGRD516

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop an industry focus for graphic design practice and to adapt that practice to meet current and emerging industry opportunities.
UNIT NAME
Develop graphic design practice to meet industry needs

UNIT CODE
CUAPPR513

Present a body of own creative work

UNIT CODE :
CUAPPR513

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use creative, technical and project management skills to produce a professional and innovative presentation of own creative work.
UNIT NAME
Present a body of own creative work

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

Greater Brisbane and Gold Coast

Greater Brisbane and Gold Coast

UNIT CODE
BSBCRT512

Originate and develop concepts

UNIT CODE :
BSBCRT512

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to originate and develop concepts for products, programs, processes or services to an operational level.
UNIT NAME
Originate and develop concepts
(Digital communication cluster)

UNIT CODE
BSBMKG546

Develop social media engagement plans

UNIT CODE :
BSBMKG546

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to effectively develop social media engagement plans with a preferred target audience.
UNIT NAME
Develop social media engagement plans

UNIT CODE
BSBMKG551

Create multiplatform advertisements for mass media

UNIT CODE :
BSBMKG551

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to create multiplatform advertisements for the communication of a product, service or idea to consumers.
UNIT NAME
Create multiplatform advertisements for mass media
(Digital communication cluster)

UNIT CODE
CUAACD522

Work with photomedia in creative practice

UNIT CODE :
CUAACD522

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work with any type of photomedia professional creative practice.
UNIT NAME
Work with photomedia in creative practice
(Image manipulations cluster)

UNIT CODE
CUAACD536

Refine 2-D design ideas and processes

UNIT CODE :
CUAACD536

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to extend understanding and use of two-dimensional (2-D) design ideas and processes for the production of work at a professional level.
UNIT NAME
Refine 2-D design ideas and processes
(Type design cluster)

UNIT CODE
CUADES412

Interpret and respond to a design brief

UNIT CODE :
CUADES412

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to interpret and creatively respond to a design brief through the production of work.
UNIT NAME
Interpret and respond to a design brief
(Print design cluster)

UNIT CODE
CUADES511

Implement design solutions

UNIT CODE :
CUADES511

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to take a design concept or solution to the implementation stage.
UNIT NAME
Implement design solutions
(Image manipulations cluster)

UNIT CODE
CUADIG512

Design digital applications

UNIT CODE :
CUADIG512

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to determine project requirements, and research and draft designs for digital applications, which may consist of one or multiple technologies integrated in various combinations.
UNIT NAME
Design digital applications
(Branding cluster)

UNIT CODE
CUAGRD603

Extend typographic design expertise

UNIT CODE :
CUAGRD603

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to exploit the potential of typography to solve complex design challenges through research and exploration of advanced and specialised applications.
UNIT NAME
Extend typographic design expertise
(Type design cluster)

UNIT CODE
CUAGRD617

Develop graphic designs for branding and identity

UNIT CODE :
CUAGRD617

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to create graphic designs for branding and identity that convey key messages about organisations or brands and their underpinning philosophies.
UNIT NAME
Develop graphic designs for branding and identity
(Branding cluster)

Sunshine Coast / Online Virtual Classroom

Sunshine Coast / Online Virtual Classroom

UNIT CODE
BSBCRT512

Originate and develop concepts

UNIT CODE :
BSBCRT512

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to originate and develop concepts for products, programs, processes or services to an operational level.
UNIT NAME
Originate and develop concepts
(Digital communication cluster)

UNIT CODE
BSBMKG551

Create multiplatform advertisements for mass media

UNIT CODE :
BSBMKG551

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to create multiplatform advertisements for the communication of a product, service or idea to consumers.
UNIT NAME
Create multiplatform advertisements for mass media
(Digital communication cluster)

UNIT CODE
CUAACD522

Work with photomedia in creative practice

UNIT CODE :
CUAACD522

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work with any type of photomedia professional creative practice.
UNIT NAME
Work with photomedia in creative practice
(Image manipulations cluster)

UNIT CODE
CUAACD536

Refine 2-D design ideas and processes

UNIT CODE :
CUAACD536

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to extend understanding and use of two-dimensional (2-D) design ideas and processes for the production of work at a professional level.
UNIT NAME
Refine 2-D design ideas and processes
(Type design cluster)

UNIT CODE
CUADES412

Interpret and respond to a design brief

UNIT CODE :
CUADES412

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to interpret and creatively respond to a design brief through the production of work.
UNIT NAME
Interpret and respond to a design brief
(Print design cluster)

UNIT CODE
CUADES511

Implement design solutions

UNIT CODE :
CUADES511

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to take a design concept or solution to the implementation stage.
UNIT NAME
Implement design solutions
(Image manipulations cluster)

UNIT CODE
CUADIG512

Design digital applications

UNIT CODE :
CUADIG512

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to determine project requirements, and research and draft designs for digital applications, which may consist of one or multiple technologies integrated in various combinations.
UNIT NAME
Design digital applications
(Branding cluster)

UNIT CODE
CUAGRD603

Extend typographic design expertise

UNIT CODE :
CUAGRD603

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to exploit the potential of typography to solve complex design challenges through research and exploration of advanced and specialised applications.
UNIT NAME
Extend typographic design expertise
(Type design cluster)

UNIT CODE
CUAGRD617

Develop graphic designs for branding and identity

UNIT CODE :
CUAGRD617

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to create graphic designs for branding and identity that convey key messages about organisations or brands and their underpinning philosophies.
UNIT NAME
Develop graphic designs for branding and identity
(Branding cluster)

UNIT CODE
SITXEBS003

Build and launch a small business website

UNIT CODE :
SITXEBS003

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to build a basic website to meet business needs, including selecting a hosting service and appropriate web development software, planning the website structure, and constructing the site. It requires the technical skills and knowledge typically needed by a business that chooses to develop its own site rather than access the services of IT professionals.
UNIT NAME
Build and launch a small business website

Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.

Ways to study

Choose your study location

On Campus

You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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On campus with some online

You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
South Bank	On Campus	28 Jan 2025	1 year	Full time 3 days per week	Concession: $13,510 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $14,860 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $19,365 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
South Bank On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 28 Jan 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 3 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $13,510 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $14,860 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $19,365 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Coomera	On campus with some online	28 Jan 2025	1 year	Full time 3 days per week Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday	Concession: $13,510 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $14,860 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $19,365 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Coomera On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 28 Jan 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 3 days per week Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $13,510 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $14,860 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $19,365 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

Choose your study location

Online virtual classroom

You will study online however your classes will be delivered in real time via a scheduled timetable. You will interact with your teachers and other students using programs like Zoom. Learn more
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STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Online virtual classroom	28 Jan 2025	1 year	Full time 3 days per week Monday, Tuesday, Thursday	Concession: $13,510 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $14,860 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $19,365 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Online virtual classroom Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 100% On Campus Time 0% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 28 Jan 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 3 days per week Monday, Tuesday, Thursday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $13,510 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $14,860 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $19,365 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

Choose your study location

On Campus

You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
View comparison chart

On campus with some online

You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
View comparison chart

CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
South Bank	On Campus	28 Jan 2025	1 year	Full time 3 days per week	International: $22,000 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more More Apply
South Bank On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 28 Jan 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 3 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY International: $22,000 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
South Bank	On Campus	14 Jul 2025	1 year	Full time 3 days per week	International: $22,000 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more More Apply
South Bank On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 14 Jul 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 3 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY International: $22,000 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Coomera	On campus with some online	28 Jan 2025	1 year	Full time 3 days per week	International: $22,000 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more More Apply
Coomera On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 28 Jan 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 3 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY International: $22,000 This is the total course fee for international students. Learn more Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

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Courses delivered on campus may have a combination of online and classroom based learning. Students are expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements.

You will be able to access your learning materials 24 hours a day, seven days a week, from the first day of your study period for the relevant units of competency. You must be enrolled to access your learning materials.

Online self-directed study allows you to enjoy the freedom and flexibility of choosing when and where you study. Direct your own learning with all your study materials online, allowing you to manage your own workload and fit your studies around your lifestyle. Learn more

Online virtual classroom study allows you to enjoy the freedom of choosing where you study, with no on-campus commitments. Virtual classes are delivered online, to a scheduled timetable, allowing you to interact with fellow students and high-quality educators from the comfort of a location that best suits you. You will be expected to undertake additional self-directed study in order to complete the course requirements. Learn more

Online with on campus practical allows you to enjoy the freedom and flexibility of choosing when and where you study to complete the online component of your course followed up by a scheduled practical component on campus.

As an international student at TAFE Queensland you will gain practical, hands-on experience in our purpose-built classrooms, laboratories and workshops with the same tools and equipment used in industry.

Studying with TAFE Queensland, an internationally recognised education provider, will give you the skills and knowledge to launch your career.

No matter where you are in your study journey, our team of international student support advisors can help you settle into life in Australia and provide support and assistance to help you throughout your studies.

As an international student you’ll study face-to-face in a classroom with other international and Australian students at one of our campus locations across Queensland, while enjoying the unique Australian landscape, culture, and lifestyle

You will be expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements. The number of hours of personal study required is dependent on your existing knowledge, skills and language needs.

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Diploma of Graphic Design (CUA50720)

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Diploma of Graphic Design

COURSE CODE: CUA50720

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help.

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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VET Student Loan - $18,097 cap

The VET Student Loans program assists eligible students enrolled in approved courses to pay their tuition fees. The Australian Government charges full fee-paying (non-subsidised) students a 20 per cent loan fee in addition to their tuition fees. A VET Student Loan is a debt that must be repaid.

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International student payment

Our preferred payment method is telegraphic transfer or credit card using Convera Global Pay for Students or the Flywire Payment Portal. Convera and Flywire both allow you to complete your payment in your own currency using a telegraphic transfer with no processing fees or delays.
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Entry requirements

To enter this qualification, individuals must provide evidence of their technical skills and ability to:

produce multiple examples of graphic design work that respond effectively to different design challenges
produce typography that supports the overall design solution
use graphic design industry software

Skills may have been acquired through personal or work experience, or through formal study.

Selection criteria

Domestic and International students

To apply for this course you must present a collection of work, which demonstrates an interest in art and design. Folio pieces may include both hand rendered and computer-generated images, through the use of software from the Adobe Creative Cloud Suite. You may also wish to include developmental sketches and process work as well as the finished work.

If you are under 17 years of age, special enrolment conditions apply.

Portfolio compulsory items:
Develop a logo using an industry standard software such as Adobe Creative Cloud Suite.
For example, you may select one of the following words:

Nature Designs
Book Time
Viking Delivery

Note: Submit the original file using an industry standard software and either a JPEG or PDF.

Develop a piece of typography using an industry standard software such as Adobe Creative Cloud Suite.
For example, you may select one of the following words:

Tattoo You
Apollo Eyewear
Newsroom Cafe

Note: Submit the original file using an industry standard software and either a JPEG or PDF.

Your folio should include 2-5 images of your choice. These could include images of your:

Paintings, drawings or Illustrations
Sculpture
Photography
Photoshop or digital work

Note: Submit either JPEG’s or PDF’s.

You must submit this electronically at time of application or via the Student Portal and MUST contain a zip file of all folio items.

NOTE: The use of template-based designs is not acceptable evidence.

Students who have completed the CUA30715 or CUA30720 Certificate III in Design Fundamentals may use their work as a portfolio.

International Students
The following Selection criteria requirements apply only to International Students:

English Language Proficiency: Academic IELTS 6.0 (no individual band less than 5.5) or equivalent - For a list of all English Language tests accepted by TAFE Queensland International.
Academic Requirements: Completion of Year 12 (or equivalent). Non school-leavers must have relevant work experience or qualification that indicates likely success of course completion. For more information on the international education achievement levels equivalent to Year 10 and 12

Applicants should be a minimum of 17 years of age and turning 18 during the first year of study with TAFE Queensland. International students who are under 18 years of age and are applying for a student visa are required by the Australian Department of Home Affairs to have adequate welfare arrangements in place.

Resources required

It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software. This equipment and software are available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.

You will also be required to have access to and bring to class some design resources and a portable external hard drive (500MG minimum). Details will be provided after enrolment or during orientation.
Please note: the purchase of these items may incur additional costs of approximately $300.

It is also recommended that you have access to a computer capable of running Adobe Creative Suite software. This software can be purchased after enrolment to access a student discount price.

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

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How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online.

Apply through QTAC

You can apply to study this course through the Queensland Tertiary Admission Centre (QTAC). You will need to submit your application on the QTAC website. It will be assessed, and if you are successful you will receive an offer directly through QTAC. You will need to accept your offer from QTAC before enrolling with TAFE Queensland.

For International students

International students can either apply directly through our TAFE Queensland International Application portal, or through one of our education agents. Our registered agents can assist you with your visa application and guide you through the enrolment process. If you are from this list of countries, you will need to apply through an agent.
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Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

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Harness your creativity with this hands-on degree and learn how to communicate and organise information in visually accessible ways across a wide variety of media and contexts.

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Graphic Designer
Visual Designer
Multimedia Designer
Digital Designer
Illustrator
Design Researcher
Design Strategist
Creative Director

Full Time : 3 years

Next Start : 03 Feb 2025

Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design

Complete further learning and elevate your graphic design skills with this advanced course. This qualification will give you the specialised technical, creative, and conceptual skills required to provide complex design solutions.

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Junior Art Director
Freelance Graphic Designer
Graphic Designer

Full Time : 6 months

Next Start : 28 Jan 2025

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Diploma of Graphic Design

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Upfront payment

VET Student Loan - $18,097 cap

International student payment

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Resources required

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University pathways

How to apply

Direct application

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For International students

Course disclaimer

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

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