Diploma of Graphic Design
Torrens University Australia - Sydney (Ultimo) and Online
Overview
The Diploma of Graphic Design explores the theory, practice and human connection of graphic design. Throughout the course, you’ll challenge the conventions of current graphic design ideas and deliver engaging, appropriate and original solutions for everything from point-of-sale material to books and billboards.
You’ll 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, so you start to see your designs through the eyes of others. You’ll also gain the skills to use industry standard graphic design software with confidence and flair.
The Diploma of Graphic Design will give you key conceptual and technical skills to transform fantastic concepts into visual reality. You will graduate ready for entry-level employment in the graphic design sector and/or specialised design study at Bachelor level.
Learning outcomes:
- Grow your skills and knowledge from a technical and theoretical base.
- Discover the powerful uses of typography and design principles in creating meaning across communication.
- Manipulate photography and illustration to create original works.
- Master industry-standard software and related tools in a technical environment.
- Learn the language of graphic design so you graduate job-ready.
Majors
Areas of study
Design foundations, finished art, form and insight, interaction design, motion design, portfolio and professional practice, publishing and media, symbols and branding, typography, visual language of design.
Potential Career Outcomes
Career opportunities
Graphic designer, brand and identity designer, web designer, book and publication designer, illustrator.
ATAR & Selection Rank
The ATAR and Selection Rank profile is not available as entry is based on other criteria for this course.
Admission Criteria
Please refer to the Torrens University Australia website for admission criteria information.
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University
Torrens University Australia
Campus
Sydney (Ultimo) and Online
Course Type
Diploma
Study Area
Arts
Delivery Mode
On-campus, Online, Multi-modal
Duration
Full-time: 1 years, Part-time: 2 years
Indicative ATAR
Unknown
Course Link
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- State
- SA
- Type
- University
- Courses
- 271
- Campuses
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Adelaide Campus Fortitude Valley Gotha Street Leura and Sydney Melbourne Sydney (Kent Street) Sydney (Pyrmont) Sydney (Surry Hills) and Online Sydney (Ultimo)
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