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Bachelor of Design (Graphic Design)

The Bachelor of Design (Graphic Design) program is an undergraduate degree that focuses on developing students' understanding of graphic design and its applications. Graphic designers visually communicate across a range of media to persuade, inform, and educate audiences online, in print, and within a wider environment.

Program Overview

In this major, students will develop a deeper understanding of graphic design and its distinct specialist applications, including:

• User experience design
• Design thinking
• Branding
• Data visualisation
• Editorial
• Information design
• Interaction design
• Way-finding
• Packaging design
• Service and experiential design

Accreditation

The Bachelor of Design (Graphic Design) program at Curtin Dubai is accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) of the UAE Ministry of Education and licensed by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA).

Location and Study Method

• Location: Dubai
• Study method: On-campus
• Study mode: Full-time
• Intake: February and September
• Duration: 3 years, full-time study

Tuition Fees

• Annual fees for February 2026 intake: AED 56,700
• Annual fees for September 2026 intake: AED 60,900
• All tuition fees are inclusive of VAT.
• Tuition fees are subject to revision each year.

Admission Requirements

• Indicative cut-off scores:
  • GCE A-Levels: 5 points (best of 3 subjects)
  • IB: 24 points
  • India: CBSE/ICSE 60% HSC 65%
  • Pakistan: 75%
• English language requirements: IELTS overall band score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each band, or equivalent

Course Structure

Course structures and unit availability may change as part of ongoing curriculum review. The program includes units such as:

• Design Computing
• Visual Communication
• Design Theory in Practice
• Business Internship
• Design Principles and Process
• Graphic Design 1
• Start Design Thinking
• Graphic Design 2
• Culture to Cultures
• Graphic Design 3
• Animation Design Introduction
• Graphic Design 4
• Typography
• Design Capstone Project
• Creative Design Studio
• Design History and Culture
• Electives

Credit for Previous Study

Credit for recognised learning is considered on an individual basis.

Scholarships and Bursaries

Students may qualify for a range of scholarships or bursaries designed to recognise their achievements and support their study journey at Curtin Dubai.

Career Opportunities

This course can help students become:

• Graphic designer
• Design strategist
• Art director
• Brand manager
• Creative director
• Creative consultant
• Production manager
• Illustrator
• Entrepreneur Students can work in industries such as:
• Advertising
• Marketing
• Media and communications
• Publishing