Diploma of Design

University of Canberra

Australia, Canberra

University RankQS Ranking

404

Apply Now!

Go to Official Website

Home/Australia/Canberra /University of Canberra/Diploma of Design

University of Canberra

Australia , Canberra

Key Facts

Program Level

Diploma

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

UC College

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines29-Jun-2026

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 18,950 / year(s)

Next Intake 29-Jun-2026

Diploma of Design

About

Your doorway to Design

Unleash your creativity and innovation with our Diploma of Design. Created for those seeking a pathway to a Design degree, this course will introduce you to the fundamentals of design thinking, processes, tools and technology. At the end of this course, you'll be able to apply to the faculty of Arts and Design's suite of design degrees, from which you can hone-in on any the design field of your choice.

Study our Diploma of Design at UC and you will:

learn creative thinking skills

develop an understanding of visual communication

become familiar with design technology

be introduced to 2D and 3D design

investigate and develop design projects

work in a design studio environment

develop the knowledge and skills needed to enter the design industry

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Completion of year 12 or equivalent and evidence of some previous design studies or submission of a scanned design portfolio. Students onshore will be selected by an interview process.

English Program Requirements

An overall IELTS Academic score (or equivalent) of 5.5, with no band score below 5.5. Students who have undertaken all of their education in an English speaking country (as defined on UC website) are deemed to have met our English language proficiency requirements.

Career

Career opportunities

You may choose to enter the design industry directly as a team member or assistant designer in a range of fields, including:

Architect

Landscaper

Interior Designer

Graphic Designer

Industrial Designer

Visual Merchandiser

Building and Construction Manager

Important information

It takes 2 terms of full-time study (8 months).

If English is your 2nd language you will need IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL equivalent. Further information can be found at the following link.

Note: UC College courses fees may differ – please visit our Course Fees page for more information.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 18,950

Application Fee

AUD

How to Apply

If you’re an international student applying for an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree, you can apply directly to UC using our online application portal or through an agent from our international agent network.

Choosing UC for a student exchange or study abroad program

If you’re an international student currently enrolled at an overseas university and you’d like to study at UC on a student exchange or study abroad program, you also need to apply through UC’s online application portal.

International students currently studying Year 12 in Australia

You should apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) if you're an international student in your final year of secondary school and studying any of the following programs in Australia: