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12 months
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Melbourne Polytechnic’s Diploma of Graphic Design CUA50715 offers hands-on, practical skills. The course combines practical design processes and theory, allowing you to gain a solid base for future employment in the design industry. Graphic design is the most popular cultural occupation in Australia, with over 59,000 Australians working in the field. Advance your knowledge of the fundamentals of graphic design and stand out from the pack in this creative industry.
Melbourne Polytechnic’s Diploma of Graphic Design CUA50715 has been developed to help you build strong practical skills and a theoretical foundation in design. Build skills in analysing design problems and developing solutions. You will learn about contemporary and traditional graphic design processes for both print and digital platforms. You'll cover 2D and 3D design, colour theory, concept development, design process and theory, digital imaging and computer graphics, drawing and illustration, professional typesetting and type design, information graphics, packaging and publication design, pre-press and web design basics. Learn from practising professionals, ensuring that the knowledge you gain is up-to-date and relevant to the industry. Melbourne Polytechnic has a huge range of facilities and software, including Adobe Creative Cloud, computer labs, Epson printers and scanners and life-drawing facilities. Our Diploma of Graphic Design CUA50715 is the perfect pathway into our Bachelor of Illustration - the only specialist Illustration degree in Australia.
On successful completion of the Diploma of Graphic Design CUA50715 you may like to advance your studies and enrol into the Advanced Diploma of Creative Product Development CUA60415 or into Melbourne Polytechnic’s highly sought and completely unique Bachelor of Illustration. Your prospective employers include advertising agencies, art and design studios, and packaging and publishing companies. You might also work in trade-houses and large printing firms, multimedia studios or as a self-employed graphic designer.
Once you graduate, your prospective employers include:
Classroom based with additional resources online.
Tue - AM and PM
Wed - AM and PM
Thu - AM and PM
Fri - AM and PM
Assessment by coursework and folio presentation
The hours displayed are nominal, actual classroom hours delivered may differ. Please contact us for the latest student contact hours information.
Code | Subject | Elective | Hours |
BSBADV509 | CREATE MASS PRINT MEDIA ADVERTISEMENTS | Elective | 30 |
BSBDES403 | DEVELOP AND EXTEND DESIGN SKILLS AND PRACTICE | Core | 30 |
BSBDES501 | IMPLEMENT DESIGN SOLUTIONS | Elective | 60 |
BSBIPR401 | USE AND RESPECT COPYRIGHT | Elective | 50 |
CUAACD501 | REFINE DRAWING AND OTHER VISUAL REPRESENTATION TOOLS | Core | 70 |
CUAACD506 | REFINE 2-D DESIGN IDEAS AND PROCESSES | Elective | 70 |
CUAACD507 | REFINE 3-D DESIGN IDEAS AND PROCESSES | Core | 70 |
CUADIG502 | DESIGN DIGITAL APPLICATIONS | Elective | 50 |
CUADIG506 | DESIGN INTERACTION | Elective | 40 |
CUADIG509 | INVESTIGATE TECHNOLOGIES FOR THE CREATION OF DIGITAL ART | Elective | 70 |
CUAGRD501 | RESEARCH VISUAL COMMUNICATION HISTORY AND THEORY | Core | 55 |
CUAGRD502 | PRODUCE GRAPHIC DESIGNS FOR 2-D and 3-D APPLICATIONS | Core | 60 |
CUAGRD503 | PRODUCE TYPOGRAPHIC DESIGN SOLUTIONS | Core | 60 |
CUAGRD504 | CREATE AND MANIPULATE GRAPHICS | Elective | 60 |
CUAGRD505 | DESIGN AND MANIPULATE COMPLEX LAYOUTS | Core | 65 |
CUAGRD506 | DEVELOP GRAPHIC DESIGN PRACTICE TO MEET INDUSTRY NEEDS | Core | 60 |
CUAILL401 | DEVELOP AND REFINE ILLUSTRATIVE WORK | Elective | 50 |
CUAILL501 | DEVELOP PROFESSIONAL ILLUSTRATIONS | Elective | 70 |
CUAPPR503 | PRESENT A BODY OF OWN CREATIVE WORK | Core | 60 |
Government subsidised fee | Non-subsidised fee | |
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Tuition fee | $11800 | $15700 |
Materials fee | $0 | $0 |
Maximum annual amenities | $250 | $250 |
Total payable | $12050 | $15950 |
Per year | $19052 |
Per semester | $9526 |
The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
Displayed course fees are indicative only. There are many variables that impact the total amount of your full course costs including qualification for government subsidies, concessions or recognition of prior learning. Tuition fees do not include the cost of student amenities or material costs.
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. Contact us to find out if you’re eligible for a Government subsidy.
Melbourne Polytechnic offers a range of payment options to help you pay your tuition fees, so you can get on with your studies.
Fees displayed are effective for new applications received on or after 1 November 2021. Tuition fees do not include textbooks, course materials or overseas student health insurance and visa fees.
After initial deposit, international students are able to pay tuition fees in installments, four times per year.
For more detailed information please read the International Student Fees.
The fees for those ineligible for a government-funded enrolment.
The cost of tuition for those eligible for government funding.
The Student Services and Amenities Fee is charged at forty cents (40 cents) per student contact hour and is capped over a twelve (12) month period, effective from the enrolment date, to:
Amenities fees are used to improve non-academic services including libraries, counselling services, student support, and recreational activities.
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We're really excited for you to join the Melbourne Polytechnic community and we look forward to supporting you on your education journey.
The first step to enrolling is completing the application short form from the Apply Now page.
You'll then receive a link to complete a few more personal details.
You will be asked to attend an interview to ensure that this is the right course for you.
It is a mandatory government requirement for all prospective students to complete an online literacy and numeracy assessment.
Once you are ready to enrol, you will be invited to attend our Skills and Job Centre, or come to campus to complete your enrolment in person.
For Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas, you may be eligible for a VET Student Loan. Read more about them here.
If you need assistance with your application and the next steps, you can contact one of our Education and Course Advisors on 03 9269 8400 or follow a step-by-step guide to enrolling for vocational education local students.
When we receive your application, the International Office will be in contact with you shortly to discuss your application and provide you additional instructions.
If you'd like to speak to one of our International Office staff directly, call +61 3 9269 8400
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