Undergraduate TUA-CDE-DEG-2023

Bachelor of Communication Design

Develop your own signature design language and brand

Discover the building blocks of design. You’ll cover illustration, typography, digital media, print, design research and more. Recognised by the DIA, this course offers a free Adobe Creative Cloud Pro licence and practical experience.

Available loans

Australian Higher Education Loan Program (HELP)

Total subjects

Price

From

$74,164

Study method

100% Online

Assessments

100% online

Credit available

Yes

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At Torrens University Australia you can tailor your study to suit your lifestyle. Thanks to their innovative digital learning system you’ll gain the ultimate in flexibility, and still receive personalised guidance from academics and access to work placement, mentorship and internship opportunities. Online you can attend live classes or view recorded sessions, connect with lecturers and fellow students, and access content on-demand 24/7.

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2023

Degree details

What you'll learn

As one of Australia’s fastest growing universities, we take a progressive approach to learning. Our courses are co-designed, developed and delivered with industry, giving you confidence that you’ll graduate job-ready. During this course you will:

Explore typography, image generation and information design.
Explore packaging and branded environment design and learn how products and places can be designed for end user needs.
Refine strategic thinking and brand development skills.
Focus on creating messages for a range of audiences.
Apply theoretical and technical knowledge to real-world problems.

Career opportunities

The design work you do throughout your study contributes to your professional portfolio – your passport to a serious design career. With the skills and expertise gained from this course, plus your limitless imagination, you’ll be in demand around the world as a UX, Graphics, Games, packaging, Web or Exhibition Designer, Art Director, or as a Branding, Advertising or Marketing Specialist. Or combine your Bachelor of Communication Design with a business degree and open yourself up to a wider range of career opportunities across both industries. Potential career paths include:

Design Strategic
Service Designer
Art Director
Illustrator

Professional recognition

DIA-recognised course This course is recognised by the Design Institute of Australia, giving you confidence that your education is of the highest industry standard.

Entry requirements

Higher education

Torrens University Australia offers flexible entry options and study pathways, whether you’re finishing school, pursuing career progression or looking for a change. Entry requirements for this course includes:

Successful completion of a Higher Education qualification.

Secondary education

Year 12 (Australian secondary school certificate) or equivalent.

VET studies

Successful completion of a Vocational qualification (AQF Level 4), or above.

Work and Life

Work life experience demonstrating the ability to undertake study at the required level.

Standard English language requirements apply.

Visit our admissions centre for more information: https://www.torrens.edu.au/how-to-apply/admissions-criteria

Don’t meet the entry requirements? We have numerous pathway programs to get you started. Contact our Future Student Advisors to learn about alternative entry options.

Credit for previous study or work

Torrens University offers pathway opportunities to further your learning. If you have already completed a qualification you may be able to credit this against a degree with Torrens University, even if it’s from another institution. This is called Recognition of Prior Learning. Under Torrens University's Recognition of Prior Learning policy, you may be eligible for a reduction in tuition costs if you have previous study and/or work experience. Our Future Student Advisors will happily walk you through the application process.

Description

The course explores the theory and practice of information design, from initial concepts through to sophisticated visuals, from traditional print work to state-of-the-art digital design.

You’ll discover the building blocks of typography and learn about idea generation, digital media, design research, information design and more.

In the Design Studio subject, you’ll collaborate with other students, as you would in a real-world studio, and follow briefs to come up with practical and effective outcomes that are ideal for their audience.

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's all about flexibility.

Course duration: 3 years full time, 6 years part time, 2 years accelerated.

Available as a double degree with a Bachelor of Business.

Degree structure details

Recommended Study Pattern

The course structure comprises of 24 subjects that you are required to complete: 18 core subjects and 6 elective subjects. The course contains 3 subjects level – Level 100, 200 and 300, guiding you from foundational through to more complex subjects.

Level 100: 7 core subjects and 1 elective subject
Level 100/200: 1 elective subject can be taken at either Level 100 or 200
Level 200: 5 core subjects and 2 elective subjects
Level 200/300: 1 elective subject can be taken at either Level 200 or 300
Level 300: 6 core subjects and 1 elective subject

Award Requirements

To be awarded the Bachelor of Communication Design, students will need to complete 240 credit points over 24 subjects as outlined in the Course Structure. Each subject has a value of 10 credit points.