Study Graduate Diploma in Design specialising in Graphic Communication Design at Adelaide University in Australia,

Graduate Diploma in Design specialising in Graphic Communication Design

Australia

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What will I learn?

Adelaide University’s Graduate Diploma in Design specialising in Graphic Communication Design will enhance your skillset and prepare you to make an impact in your creative career. Explore new materials and techniques used in contemporary design practice. Consider cultural and ethical impacts and learn how to design in more sustainable ways. Build core skills in business management relevant to art and design. Be equipped to lead design projects and collaborate as part of a team – whether you intend to pursue your own creative enterprise or work within industry. You’ll also develop strong research and critical thinking skills, which will benefit your professional career or prepare you for further study. Opportunities exist for graphic communication designers across a range of industries – from advertising and marketing through to technology, entertainment and education.

CRICOS

115846J

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
A$46,700.00 (US$ 30,776) per year
Accommodation - ranging from AUD$150 - $600 plus per week

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

Start date

February 2027

Venue

Adelaide City Campus

Corner of North Terrace and, Frome Rd,

Adelaide,

South Australia,

5001, Adelaide, Australia

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
A$46,700.00 (US$ 30,776) per year
Accommodation - ranging from AUD$150 - $600 plus per week

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

Start date

July 2027

Venue

Adelaide City Campus

Corner of North Terrace and, Frome Rd,

Adelaide,

South Australia,

5001, Adelaide, Australia

Entry requirements

For international students

To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfill any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

A completed bachelor (AQF level 7) or bachelor honours (AQF level 8) degree or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution; OR

A completed nested or related graduate certificate (AQF level 8) or higher or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution.

This degree requires a Grade Point Average (GPA) equivalent to an Adelaide University 4.0 on a 7-point scale for entry.*

Additional requirements

Applicants must submit a portfolio of work, curriculum vitae and a written statement of intent.

Portfolio of work

A digital portfolio of up to 15 images of works. List all images with name, title, date, medium and dimensions

Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Include your drawing software experience and career achievements, with particular emphasis on those relevant to your proposed program of study.

Statement of Intent

Outline your overall career objectives for undertaking the proposed program of study, together with a summary of your specific aims for developing your creative and professional skills. Make sure you identify your chosen discipline area. This statement must be 500 words or less.

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

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