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Throughout this course, you will explore the theory, practice and human connection of graphic design. You’ll challenge the conventions of current graphic design ideas and deliver engaging, appropriate and original solutions for everything from digital signage and point-of-sale material to books and billboards.You will 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, giving you the chance to see your designs through the eyes of others.You’ll also gain the skills to use industry-standard graphic design software including the Adobe Creative Suite with confidence and flair.Course duration: 18 months full-time, up-to 3 years part-time, 12 months accelerated

Discover the theory and practice of graphic design. You’ll challenge conventional ideas to deliver engaging and original solutions. Use industry-standard graphic design software including the Adobe Creative Suite. This course is DIA approved.

Diploma of Graphic Design

While building valuable design experience and technical know-how, you will also collaborate in dynamic learning environments and design studios, exploring such topics as client needs, problem solving and the nature of trends. The Diploma of Design has been developed to provide a broad sample of different design specialities for people with or without a background in design. Our extensive selection of elective courses give you an introduction to various topic areas, and provides full credit as a pathway into the more advanced courses, so you can specialise and choose your direction after sampling everything the Diploma of Design has to offer.Tailor your study to your lifestyle thanks to our innovative digital learning system, accessible from anywhere with 24/7 personalised support. With all your course materials online, and the option to study full or part time, on-campus, online or a blend of both it&#39;s all about flexibility.Course duration: 1 year full time, 2 years part time, 6 months accelerated

An ideal design course to start your career in the industry. You’ll get an overview of graphic design, fashion, interiors, and digital media. With an intro to the industry, and access to design professionals, you’re set to work out your own specialisation.

Diploma of Design

Be at the forefront of engaging the visual arts in the wider community when you study the Bachelor of Visual Arts. You&#39;ll learn to extend your creativity, be innovative and adaptable, and gain the entrepreneurial skills to be industry-ready. Gain traditional visual art industry qualifications, but also benefit from dynamic pathways for qualifications in arts therapy, education, business, marketing and graphic design. You&#39;ll have access to practical studios and have the opportunity to exhibit your work at both UniSQ Toowoomba campus and the Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery.

Fine tune your creative side and produce engaging visual pieces. You’ll study painting, printmaking, drawing, sculpture, and ceramics. Explore trends in new media and design. Think about how people experience art. Adapt. Innovate. Create!

Bachelor of Visual Art (Visual Art Studio Practice)

The Game and Animation Design major allows students to specialise in the engaging area of visual narrative communication through the means of animation design and development, as well as game design and development. This programme will provide the opportunity to learn theory and fundamentals relevant to visual narrative construction, through the mediums of 2D animation, 3D animation, VFX production, Game design and development and virtual and immersive world design.

Be drawn in by a field which combines project management, technical expertise and creative storytelling. Work in an exciting fast-evolving industry, perhaps as an animator, 3D artist, motion graphics designer, visual effects artist or educator. 

Bachelor of Arts (Animation and Game Design)

This course provides a flexible learning experience. In the core subjects, you’ll develop your own skills and practices through the design of artefacts, systems, communications and services. Then delve into specialist areas of user-centered design, design methodologies, sustainability, design leadership, service design, and the role of design in driving social and economic innovation.Tailor your study to your lifestyle thanks to our innovative digital learning system, accessible from anywhere with 24/7 personalised support. With all your course materials online, and the option to study full or part time, on-campus, online or a blend of both it&#39;s all about flexibility.To take advantage of the recognition of design in industry, this course has been structured to accommodate for both cognate and non-cognate students. Those with a design background (cognate), and those without (non-cognate). Cognate students can complete the Master of Design in 1.5 years, whilst non-cognate students will undertake four foundation subjects then continue with Master of Design cognate students completing their studies in 2 years full time. Part time options are available for both.

Explore the latest design theory, practice, and innovations. You’ll explore current insights that cover UX, humanising information and the dynamics of effective communication. Design, project management, and business systems are part of your study.

Master of Design

Be at the forefront of engaging the visual arts in the wider community when you study the Bachelor of Visual Arts. You&#39;ll learn to extend your creativity, be innovative and adaptable, and gain the entrepreneurial skills to be industry-ready. Explore the future of visual art and evolving employment opportunities in areas such as, health, design, new media, architecture, museum and gallery professions, and education. Experience a blended learning program of art ideas, curatorial practice, arts and cultural management, gallery studies and professional writing in the visual arts sector.Develop comprehensive knowledge and technical proficiency within studio practice, as well as a strong, self-directed work ethic. You&#39;ll acquire knowledge about the intricacies and skill of constructing artistic and creative meaning through exhibition.

Work with the forms of art you can see. You’ll build your technical skills and explore new media. Dive into historical and cultural concepts. Become a well-rounded visual artist ready for both creative work and arts administration roles.

Bachelor of Visual Art (Curation, Innovation & Visual Art)

Study Digital Media On Demand and take full control over your study.  Access support seven days a week, plan your study to fit around yoru life, view learning resources 24/7, and log into the interactive online environment anywhere, any time and on any device.
This UniSA Online degree brings together the latest thinking in design, media and technology. If you are a creative type, deadline-driven, and you enjoy seeing a project through from conceptualisation to completion, a career in digital media could be for you.
Keeping on top of digital trends is important in this dynamic and innovative field. Your studies will cover the most current practices using the latest technologies and digital media that are leading and informing the way we communicate.
As you develop technical knowledge, you’ll get hands-on experience in a range of digital platforms, working through creative processes used in the industry.

Network with technology; browse and design a digital career online. Curate virtual realities. Design digital platforms and assets. Zoom in on digital media production and management. Create stories and connect with creatives. Create a designer portfolio.

Bachelor of Digital Media

This degree was previously known as Bachelor of Arts (Digital Design and Internet Communications).
This degree offers a choice of studying two single majors together and introduces students to the complementary fields of digital design and internet communications. This degree enables students to understand web-based design, 2-D and 3-D animation design, digital photography, digital illustration and rendering, interactive and experience design, simulations and modelling, and electronic game design. The internet communication component provides you with an opportunity to learn in detail about the human dimensions of the internet: how people network, collaborate and share information through internet communications, media and design.

Visualise and communicate your talent for designer concepts. Create a digital footprint networking with technology. Critique the complex interaction between people and the internet. Network and browse the human dimensions of online communities.

Bachelor of Arts (Digital Experience and Interaction Design) (Digital and Social Media)

This degree was previously known as Bachelor of Arts (Digital Design and Fine Art).
This degree offers a choice of studying two single majors together and introduces students to the complementary fields of digital design and fine art. This degree enables students to understand web-based design, 2-D and 3-D animation design, digital photography, digital illustration and rendering, interactive and experience design, simulations and modelling, and electronic game design along with drawing upon the diverse and complex traditions of Fine Art and calls for a high degree of self-discipline, a capacity for self-criticism and dedication to the demanding profession of being an artist.

Get designs on creating a future in fine art using paint and pixels. Animate interactive experiences. Draw on traditional and contemporary art techniques from painting to visual research. Layout digital design processes and principles.

Bachelor of Arts (Digital Experience and Interaction Design) (Fine Art)

Discover your creativity and develop your critical thinking through experimentation in an inclusive, exploratory environment. Design plays an increasingly important role in the world, with opportunities to specialise in interactive media, digital culture, game design or visual communication. Become equipped with theory, creative skills, cultural awareness and critical thinking to shape a rapidly changing future.

One of the most flexible design degrees on offer. Majors include digital culture, game design, interactive media, and visual communication. With so much choice, you can tailor your degree to your goals. Design your future as a creative professional.

Bachelor of Design

Design for Digital Technologies

Introduction to Digital Media

Apply your new knowledge and skills to create and distribute a media production you can add to your portfolio. Gain the experience and build the confidence in preparing, shooting and editing video. Develop basic skills in video editing using Adobe Premiere Pro or iMovie. Build your knowledge of sound production and gain an essential understanding of copyright principles. Learn to use programs like Photoshop to enhance images and generate graphics. Study essential elements of design including colour, typography and composition. Develop your skills in using code like HTML and CSS to create your own website while ensuring your design is accessible and optimised for a user experience. UniSA Online’s 10-week short courses give you the flexibility to upskill in a certain area, stay current with developments in your field, diversify your knowledge, or even explore a new direction in your career – without having to commit to the time and cost of a full university degree. Delivered 100% online, you’ll be able to study where and when it suits you. Access online academic and student support seven days a week, fit study around work and life commitments, view learning resources 24/7, and log in to the interactive online environment anywhere, any time and on any device.This is a first-year course from UniSA Online’s Bachelor of Digital Media degree.Should your course have an exam it will be scheduled for Australian Central Standard Time or Australian Central Daylight Time, depending on the time of the year.

Become a movie maker. Get confident preparing, shooting and editing videos. Learn the basics in Adobe Premiere Pro and iMovie. Cover sound production and copyright principles. See how Photoshop can help you add inspiring graphics.

Examine the tools and techniques to create effective designs and explore the challenges content creators face when moving from print to digital media. During the first half of the course, you’ll use Adobe InDesign and Photoshop to produce print compositions. During the second half of the course, you’ll adapt your designs for the screen. You will use Adobe Xd to produce shareable, interactive prototypes that thoughtfully consider the user experience. By building projects that span multiple platforms and devices, you’ll extend your design and communication skills, develop an understanding of optimising designs for multiple formats, and learn more about user experience design. UniSA Online’s 10-week short courses give you the flexibility to upskill in a certain area, stay current with developments in your field, diversify your knowledge, or even explore a new direction in your career – without having to commit to the time and cost of a full university degree.  Delivered 100% online, you’ll be able to study where and when it suits you. Access online academic and student support seven days a week, fit study around work and life commitments, view learning resources 24/7, and log in to the interactive online environment anywhere, any time and on any device. This is a second-year course from UniSA Online’s Digital Media degree. Please note: you are responsible for completing any relevant prerequisite courses before enrolling in this course.Should your course have an exam it will be scheduled for Australian Central Standard Time or Australian Central Daylight Time, depending on the time of the year.

Learn the latest tools and techniques for digital design. You’ll cover colour, typography, and layout. Think big. Go beyond print. Span multiple platforms and formats. Make your designs meaningful, relevant, and responsive. 

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