Graduate Certificate in Design at University of Canberra

University of Canberra

Australia, Canberra

University Rank:#494

International students can study the Graduate Certificate in Design at University of Canberra across its Bruce and Canberra campuses in Australia. This Graduate Certificate degree is available as a Full Time program delivered online in English. The program has a duration of 1 year(s) and is offered across its Bruce and Canberra campuses.

About Graduate Certificate in Design

Lead by design

Unleash your creative talents and learn to apply design-thinking to solve workplace challenges with this 12-month, part-time course. Whether you’re looking to step-up into a leadership role or make a sideways move into a creative area, this course will give you the opportunity to get involved in senior-level design projects.

The Graduate Certificate in Design will teach you to apply creative problem-solving skills to workplace problems. You’ll explore a wide variety of design concepts and master the ability to articulate your vision, instruct designers, manage creative projects and lead with confidence.

These sought-after skills will lay the foundations for a career leading through the application of design thinking across a rich array of design areas, from user experience (UX) design to graphic or industrial design and so much more.

Study a Graduate Certificate in Design at UC and you will:

Interpret, analyse and solve complex problems using design-thinking techniques and processes.

Synthesise design knowledge and ideas to communicate design solutions to specialist and non-specialist audiences.

Prepare and present a professional design strategy to create design solutions and content.

Build a sought-after skill set to stay in demand.

Work Integrated Learning

In addition to renowned academics in design, you will enjoy real-world course content thanks to guest lecturers with expertise in design thinking and by being mentored and taught by local design experts.

Use actual scenarios from your workplace for your case studies and assignments.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Graduate Certificate in Design at University of Canberra

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have an undergraduate degree (AQF level 7) or equivalent as approved by the University Admissions.

Defence members at any rank (with a minimum of 3 years experience) are eligible for direct entry into this course through the Veteran Tertiary Support Program

English Requirements

PTEMin 58
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 79

English Program Requirements

An IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).

Career Opportunities after Completing Graduate Certificate in Design

Career opportunities

Design Project Manager

Studio Manager

Creative Consultant

Creative Director

Brand Manager

Creative Producer

Creative Adviser

Campaign Manager

Various roles in government working with Advertising, Digital and Creative Agencies

Fee Information

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:

an Australian Year 12
the International Baccalaureate
the New Zealand National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) Level 3.

Graduate Certificate in Design at University of Canberra

University of Canberra

Australia, Canberra