Diploma of Graphic Design

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.

With successful completion of this diploma, you can receive credits for the subjects you complete and gain entry into the second year of a Bachelor degree.

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.

Note: This course is also available at our Brisbane and Melbourne campuses. Flexible study options are available including On-campus, Online or a Hybrid of both.

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.

Career opportunities

Graphic designer, brand and identity designer, web designer, book and publication designer, illustrator.

Practical experience

The big difference at Billy Blue College of Design at Torrens University Australia is that you’ll start working in the design industry from day one – gaining valuable experience, learning from industry professionals and making industry connections. We have a strong network of partners and are always welcoming opportunities to build new relationships in the design world.

Work placement hours: Approximately 90 hours

Fees and charges

Students pay the full cost of domestic fee-paying (DFEE) courses. Scholarships and FEE-HELP loans are available. Current Torrens University fee information.

Admission criteria

Refer to the Torrens University general admission criteria.

Applicants with recent secondary education

ATAR: ATAR is not a requirement. Applicants must have completed Year 12 or equivalent.

Refer to the Torrens University general admission criteria.

Applicants with higher education study

Refer to the Torrens University general admission criteria.

Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study

Refer to the Torrens University general admission criteria.

Further information

View all details of this course on the Torrens University website.

Course updates
Courses are added and cancelled throughout the admissions year and course details are subject to change. Check the UAC course search regularly.

Domestic fee-paying (DFEE) courses
Domestic fee-paying (DFEE) courses typically cost you more than equivalent Commonwealth-supported place (CSP) courses – read about University course costs.

Admission criteria
If no admission criteria is specified, refer to the general admission criteria.

Melbourne, Adelaide and Brisbane campuses
Many of the courses below are also offered at other campuses throughout Australia. Visit the Torrens University website for details on how to apply.