Graduate Diploma in Design specialising in Illustration and Animation

    Graduate Diploma in Design specialising in Illustration and Animation

    Duration1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 33,517 / year(s)
    Next IntakeJuly 5, 2026
    Graduate Diploma in Design specialising in Illustration and Animation

    About

    With our Graduate Diploma in Design specialising in Illustration and Animation, you’ll develop your advanced skills as an adaptable and dynamic designer. We’ll prepare you to be a storyteller of the future, with the ability to evolve in an ever-changing industry.

    Get industry-relevant and hands-on experience to take your career to the next level.

    Discover innovative tools to support your creative process, from concept to delivery. Graduate with the expertise to develop original designs paired with a solid understanding of the principles and planning processes that build the foundation of your specialisation.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfill any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

    A completed bachelor (AQF level 7) or bachelor honours (AQF level 8) degree or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution; OR

    A completed nested or related graduate certificate (AQF level 8) or higher or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution.

    This degree requires a Grade Point Average (GPA) equivalent to an Adelaide University 4.0 on a 7-point scale for entry.*

    Additional requirements

    Applicants must submit a portfolio of work, curriculum vitae and a written statement of intent.

    Portfolio of work

    A digital portfolio of up to 15 images of works. List all images with name, title, date, medium and dimensions

    Curriculum Vitae (CV)

    Include your drawing software experience and career achievements, with particular emphasis on those relevant to your proposed program of study.

    Statement of Intent

    Outline your overall career objectives for undertaking the proposed program of study, together with a summary of your specific aims for developing your creative and professional skills. Make sure you identify your chosen discipline area. This statement must be 500 words or less.

    English Program Requirements

    IELTS Overall 6.5 | IELTS Reading 6 | IELTS Listening 6 | IELTS Speaking 6 | IELTS Writing 6

    Career

    Career outcomes

    Illustration and animation are vibrant fields with limitless possibilities for creative professionals. 

    You could bring characters to life in animated films or series, crafting stories that captivate audiences of all ages. You might illustrate children’s books, transforming words into enchanting visuals that inspire young readers. Perhaps you’ll design animations for apps or games, blending artistry with technology to create interactive experiences. Or you could create dynamic visuals for advertising campaigns, helping brands tell their stories in innovative ways. 

    Careers in this field are diverse, but common roles include: 

    • Animator 
    • Illustrator 
    • Motion graphics designer 
    • Storyboard artist 
    • Concept artist 
    • Art director 
    • Digital designer 
    • Freelance artist. 

    You might find yourself working in industries like film and television, gaming, publishing, advertising, education, or emerging technologies like augmented reality and virtual reality. 

    Industry trends 

    The projected employment growth in the Australian Information Media and Telecommunications industry is expected to grow nearly 15% in the next 10 years from 2024 (Jobs and Skills Australia). 

    Some of the art and creative design jobs most in demand are in interior design, web design, illustration and graphic design (Jobs and Skills Australia). 

    Graduates of this program at Adelaide University will be well positioned for a range of roles in creative industries. 

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    33,517 / year(s)
    Graduate Diploma in Design specialising in Illustration and Animation
    University of Adelaide
    University of Adelaide
    Australia

    Australia, Adelaide

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