| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-03-01 | - |
| 2024-06-01 | - |
| 2024-10-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Diploma of Design equips students with design-thinking methodologies and strategies for careers in visual communication, animation, and digital technologies. Graduates can pursue roles in advertising, graphic design, motion design, animation, web design, UX design, and more. The program emphasizes adaptability and multidisciplinary skills, preparing students for a wide range of design-related fields.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Diploma of Design provides a foundation for further study in visual communication, animation, and digital technologies. It equips students with the strategies and design-thinking methodologies required to become adaptable, multidisciplinary designers. Upon completing their Bachelor's degree, graduates can pursue careers in advertising, graphic design, print houses, publishers, corporate companies with in-house design services, government and private practices, motion design, animation, film and television, web design, motion capture performance, augmented and virtual reality, UX design, digital design, and immersive design.
Outline:
Required Units:
- AWL100 Your Future Direction
- ADD101 Design Thinking
- ADD105 Design Fundamentals
- ADD106 Type Foundations
- ADT102 Design Interaction
- ADT103 UX Fundamentals
- ACF103 Writing with the Camera
- ACF104 Screening History
- ALJ111 Introduction to Journalism
- ALJ112 News Reporting
- ALR103 Introduction to Public Relations
- ALR104 Strategic Communication and Writing
- ALA101 Advertising Principles and Practices
- ALA102 Creative Brand Communication
- ALM101 Making Social Media
- ALM102 Making Video
- ACC100 Gutenberg to Zuckerberg: Communication in Everyday Life
- ACI102 Digital Photography
- ADA107 Principles of Animation
- ADA102 Designing 3D Animated Environments
Careers:
Graduates of the Diploma of Design can pursue careers in various fields, including advertising, graphic design, print houses, publishers, corporate companies with in-house design services, government and private practices, motion design, animation, film and television, web design, motion capture performance, augmented and virtual reality, UX design, digital design, and immersive design.
Deakin College
Overview:
Deakin College is a pathway provider that offers diploma and foundation programs designed to prepare students for entry into second-year undergraduate degrees at Deakin University. It provides a tailored learning experience with additional support for students.
Services Offered:
Deakin College offers a range of services to support students, including:
Academic Support:
Study skills resources and academic guidance.Counselling:
Mental health and wellbeing support.Disability Support:
Assistance for students with disabilities.Medical Centres:
On-campus medical facilities.Multifaith Chaplaincy:
Spiritual and religious support.Student Committees:
Opportunities for student involvement and representation.Student Employment Program (STEP):
Career guidance and job search assistance.Clubs & Societies:
Opportunities for social engagement and extracurricular activities.Sports & Exercise:
Access to sports facilities and programs.DUSA (Deakin University Student Association):
Student union providing advocacy and support.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Deakin College offers a vibrant campus experience with opportunities for students to:
Connect with other students:
Through clubs, societies, and social events.Engage in extracurricular activities:
Sports, arts, and cultural events.Explore campus facilities:
Libraries, cafes, and study spaces.Benefit from student support services:
Academic, counselling, and disability support.Participate in student committees:
To contribute to the college community.Key Reasons to Study There:
Pathway to Deakin University:
Provides a direct pathway to second-year entry into Deakin University degrees.Tailored Support:
Offers additional support and guidance to help students succeed.Vibrant Campus Life:
Provides a dynamic and engaging campus experience.Diverse Academic Programs:
Offers a range of diploma programs across various disciplines.Experienced Faculty:
Provides instruction from experienced and qualified educators.Academic Programs:
Deakin College offers diploma programs in the following areas:
- Business
- Commerce
- Communication
- Design
- Engineering
- Film, TV & Animation
- Health Sciences
- Information Technology
- Science
Other:
Deakin College is a subsidiary of Navitas, a global education provider. It operates across three campuses in Melbourne and Geelong, offering on-campus accommodation options for international students.
