Diploma of Design (UniLink): Fees & Entry Requirements at Swinburne University of Technology, Australia

Diploma of Design (UniLink)

Australia

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What will I learn?

Study design and learn how to express your creative ideas through different mediums, including printed media, branding, illustration and packaging. Develop critical thinking skills that offer solutions to design challenges and gain experience working as part of a team and individually. Learn how to create a visual impact through digital publishing, photography and web design, while gaining an understanding of the history, art and culture that influences the industry. Skills you’ll learn Graphic design Digital design skills Concept development Working in a team Creative digital problem solving

Our UniLink diplomas are designed to provide a seamless connection from diploma to bachelor degree. They’re an alternative pathway – with a next gen difference! You’ll join our thriving Hawthorn campus community and gain access to all the same Swinburne facilities and support as your degree peers, with the addition of tailored support. You’ll have access to increased one-on-one time with your experienced teachers, English language development and learning support, smaller class sizes and increased class time to further develop the skills you need to succeed.

Which department am I in?

Design

CRICOS

085471K

Study options

Full Time (8 Months)

Tuition fees
A$35,960.00 (19,99,444) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

February 2027

Venue

Hawthorn Campus

John Street,

Hawthorn,

Victoria,

3122, Melbourne, Australia

Full Time (8 Months)

Tuition fees
A$35,960.00 (19,99,444) per year
Student services and amenities fee 365

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

March 2027

Venue

Hawthorn Campus

John Street,

Hawthorn,

Victoria,

3122, Melbourne, Australia

Entry requirements

For international students

If youre currently in Year 12 or have completed Year 12 in the last seven years, youll be considered for admission to undergraduate courses primarily based on whether you have successfully completed the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE), or an interstate or international Year 12 qualification.

English language requirements

Satisfactory completion of one of the following: Swinburne's English for Academic Purposes (EAP 4 Upper Intermediate level) with overall 65%, all skills 60%

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Swinburne University of Technology

Swinburne is one of the world’s top young universities, offering industry-aligned courses taught by teachers who are experts in their field.

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