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    Associate Degree of Digital Media
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    Associate Degree of Digital Media

    CQUniversity Australia

    CQUniversity Australia

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    Australia, Rockhampton

    University RankQS Ranking
    495

    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Diploma

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Course Code

    083582G

    Campuses

    Mackay

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake DeadlinesMarch-2026
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    Duration 2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 34,410  / year
    Next Intake March-2026

    Associate Degree of Digital Media

    About

    Overview

    CQUniversity's Associate Degree of Digital Media can prepare you for para-professional work in the digital media industries. This course will provide you with skills and knowledge that can be applied in a variety of fields associated with design, technology and media. The flexible course structure allows you to focus on your strengths and interests by pursuing minors in graphic design, interactive media, screen production, animation, or a combination of these areas.

    The Associate Degree of Digital Media can prepare you for paraprofessional work within the media and communications industry by providing practical skills and relevant theory that can be applied in a variety of fields associated with design, technology and media.

    The course's flexible structure allows you to focus on your individual strengths and interests by pursuing specialisations in Graphic Design, Interactive Media, Screen Production, Animation, or a combination of these areas.

    Working within multimedia computer laboratories and production studios, you will learn how to create digital media works using industry-standard software tools and techniques. You will learn how to think critically, solve problems, communicate effectively, and work independently and collaboratively in response to digital media project demands.

    The course can be studied on-campus or online, providing maximum flexibility.

    The Diploma of Digital Media is an optional exit / interim award within the Associate Degree of Digital Media and the Bachelor of Digital Media.

    The Associate Degree of Digital Media is an optional exit / interim award within the Bachelor of Digital Media.

    Graduates of the Diploma of Digital Media may articulate into the second year of either the Associate Degree of Digital Media or the Bachelor of Digital Media.

    Graduates of the Associate Degree of Digital Media may articulate into the third year of the Bachelor of Digital Media.

    Study Experience

    • Authentic Learning Experiences
    • Industry Relevant
    • Real-world Learning Facilities
    • Seamless Pathways

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Successful completion of the equivalent of Australian Year 12. An approved university foundation studies or formal Australian Certificate IV can also be taken to meet this entry requirement.

    If you have successfully completed a certificate, diploma or advanced diploma (or equivalent) you may gain advanced standing into your CQUniversity course. Please refer to the Country Specific Academic Requirements.

    English Program Requirements

    We accept several English tests. Please refer to our English language proficiency requirements table for the minimum scores required. Some courses require higher scores. Please refer to the CQUniversity handbook or the Variations Listing at the bottom of this page for a list of courses with variations to the standard English language requirements.

    Your English test results are valid if no more than two years have lapsed between the final examination result date and the date of commencement of study. Every student will be assessed individually, and other equivalent English preparation or combinations of English preparation will be considered.

    Career

    Career Opportunities

    The digital revolution has dramatically changed the way we work, learn, play and communicate. It has created jobs that didn’t exist a decade ago and it has profoundly changed others. People who are skilled in the production and application of digital media are in demand. Completion of the Associate Degree of Digital Media will prepare you to pursue employment opportunities in fields such as:

    • web design
    • graphic design
    • publishing
    • photography
    • illustration
    • animation
    • game development
    • software development
    • audio production
    • video production
    • film and television post-production
    • visual effects
    • advertising
    • marketing
    • education and training

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    AUD 34,410 

    Application Fee

    AUD  
    CQUniversity Australia

    Associate Degree of Digital Media

    CQUniversity Australia

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