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Bachelor of Digital Design (Graphic Design)

Bachelor of Digital Design (Graphic Design) (BDIT)

Entry requirements
ATAR 60.00
Study mode
  • On-campus
  • Online
Campus
  • Springfield
Duration
  • 3 year(s) (or part-time equivalent)
Start
  • Feb, May

Overview

  • Blend creativity, technology and design thinking using industry standard software, including Adobe applications, to deliver impactful visual communication solutions.   
  • Cultivate strong problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and a profound understanding of design principles and techniques. 
  • Investigate global design standards, trends and engage with industry. Work with clients, stakeholders, and fellow students to apply your learning to real-world scenarios. 
  • Graduate ready for a career in the dynamic world of contemporary design – be equipped to turn ideas into impactful visual forms for the betterment of business. 
  • Customise your degree and graduate with a unique skill-set, ready for industry. Combine the graphic design major with a digital design minor such as animation, games design or interaction design, or select another study option within or outside the School of Creative Arts. 

Further study

Upon successful completion of this degree, you can go on to study the Bachelor of Creative Arts (Honours).

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Career outcomes

As a graduate of the Bachelor of Digital Design (Graphic Design) you will be qualified to pursue positions such as graphic designer, web designer or developer, UX or UI designer, illustrator, brand identity designer, motion graphics artist, print designer, or advertising designer.

Entry requirements

Find the entry requirements most relevant to you.

Recent secondary education

Adjusted Entry score including adjustment factors (additional points given in certain circumstances). Unadjusted Entry score not including adjustment factors.
ATAR The Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) is a percentile rank used to assess the results of high-school applicants for undergraduate entry into university. 60.00 61.95
Pre-requisites

To study this degree we assume you have sound knowledge in:

  • English (Units 3 & 4, C) 

We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to a grade C or higher in Units 3 and 4 at high school level (typically studied in Year 12). Find out more about assumed knowledge.

Portfolio and interview entry information

If you don't have an ATAR, you can apply for a portfolio and interview entry. Applicants must provide:

  • A portfolio of design work. There should be at least eight high quality images of past work and can include digital work or images of physical artefacts. 
  • A written statement (500 words) addressing what inspires you to want to become a designer in a particular discipline. 
  • A school exit statement or evidence of previous education standard achieved.

Please register for an interview. Once registered, we will review your portfolio and invite you to be interviewed. Please apply for your degree before registering to interview.

Special Entry Scheme

Special entry schemes for admissions may increase your Rank, through the allocation of additional points in certain circumstances, such as educational disadvantage where you live, and subjects you passed.

UniSQ is committed to greater admissions transparency. Learn more about the education and work experience, as well as average Ranks for this degrees' from the previous year.

Tafe (VET) qualification

If you have completed a qualification from a TAFE or qualified private provider, you may be able to use these qualifications to meet UniSQ's entry requirements.

Work and life experience

You may be able to use your work experience and other adjustment factors to increase your selection rank and meet UniSQ's entry requirements.

English language requirements

You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Recognition of prior learning or work experience

You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

Pathways

If you don't meet the entry requirements, we have pathway options available to you.

If you identify as being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent you may be eligible to enter the Indigenous Higher Education (IHEPP) program.

Degree structure

To complete this degree students must complete 24 units.

Courses to be studied Units
Core courses 8
1 x 8-unit major 8
1 x second 8-unit major*
or 2 x 4-unit minors**
or 1 x 4-unit minor** plus 4 x elective courses
8
Total 24

*A second major can be chosen from any approved eight-unit major in another discipline, providing entry requirements are met.
**Any approved four-unit minor, both within and outside the School of Creative Arts, provided entry requirements are met.

Refer to the for an example of courses to be studied and recommended enrolment patterns.

Other requirements

While studying this degree, you will need a personal storage space (e.g. portable external hard drive, cloud storage etc.). Online students will also need a personal computer capable of operating the required software, including 2D, 3D and real-time engine applications.

Fees and scholarships

Your actual fees may vary depending on the courses you select. We review our fees annually so these may be subject to change.

Approximate annual costs1 for your first year of study (8 units) in this degree are:

Study Mode Cost
Commonwealth supported

The Federal Government contributes to the cost of your course and you need to pay a student contribution.

AUD 8948
Domestic full fee paying

You are responsible for the full cost of your course and are charged a tuition fee.

AUD 25760

1 These are indicative annual fees for 2024. 

Student services and amenities fees

You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.

Loan to help you pay your fees

You may not have to pay your course (subject) fees upfront. HECS-HELP and FEE-HELP allows you to defer your fees until your income reaches a certain level. Find out if you are eligible for HECS-HELP or FEE-HELP.

You may also be eligible to receive financial support from .

Scholarships

At UniSQ, we offer a range of scholarships to support your success at university. Find a scholarship that works for you.

How to apply

Apply via QTAC

Apply via (Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre) if you:

  • have never studied with UniSQ before, or
  • are a Year 12 student, or
  • want to transfer to UniSQ from another university.
Mode  QTAC Codes
Online 909935
Springfield 929931

Copy your QTAC code and continue through to the QTAC website to complete your application.

If you are applying via QTAC, please check our .

Apply directly to UniSQ

You may be able to if you:

  • are a current or previous UniSQ student returning to study with complete or incomplete qualifications (excluding Head Start students), or
  • have recently graduated from TAFE.

Intakes

You can select to start your study in Trimester 1 or 2.

Study period  Application closing date Orientation  Study period start date Finish date
Trimester 1, 2025  Monday 10 February Monday 3 February  Monday 10 February  Friday 9 May
Trimester 2, 2025 Monday 26 May Monday 19 May Monday 26 May  Friday 22 August

More information on applying key dates is available.

Further information

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