Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design

Program Overview

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Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design

Course Overview

The Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design is a comprehensive course that provides students with the specialized technical, creative, and conceptual skills required to provide complex design solutions. This qualification will give students the skills and knowledge to work as a professional graphic designer, with a focus on extending current knowledge in traditional areas such as typography, branding, and layout design, as well as covering trending growth areas including UI/UX design, AI-enhanced design, motion graphics, and creation of designs for digital media.

What Can I Do?

• Junior Art Director
• Freelance Graphic Designer
• Graphic Designer

Course Outcome

CUA60320 Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design

What You Will Study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 9 elective units from the list below.

Core Units

• CUAPPR612 Collaborate in professional creative projects
• CUADES512 Establish, negotiate and refine a design brief
• CUADES611 Manage design realisation
• CUAGRD611 Engage in the business of graphic design
• CUAGRD612 Originate graphic designs for complex briefs

Elective Units

• BSBCRT512 Originate and develop concepts
• CUAACD522 Work with photomedia in creative practice
• CUAACD531 Refine drawing and other visual representation tools
• CUAACD536 Refine 2-D design ideas and processes
• CUADES511 Implement design solutions
• CUADIG512 Design digital applications
• CUAGRD516 Develop graphic design practice to meet industry needs
• CUAGRD617 Develop graphic designs for branding and identity
• CUAPPR513 Present a body of own creative work

Ways to Study

• Online

Payment Options

• Payment plan
• Upfront payment
• VET Student Loan - $18,838 cap

Entry Requirements

To enrol into this qualification, you must have completed CUA50720 Diploma of Graphic Design.

Resources Required

It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software. This equipment and software are available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.

You will also be required to have access to and bring to class some design resources and a portable external hard drive (500GB minimum). Details will be provided after enrolment or during orientation.

Assessment Methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning.

University Pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfers

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.

Related Courses

• Diploma of Graphic Design

Careers

• Typesetter
• Creative Entrepreneur
• Illustrator
• Digital Artist
• Graphic Designer

Full Time

1 year

Next Start

14 Jul 2025

Tuition Fees

• Full fee: $6,500

Study Mode

• Online virtual classroom

Class Format

• Teacher-led, Scheduled

Virtual Class

• Yes

Assessment

• Online

Teacher Comms

• Phone, Email, Zoom

Study Location

• Online

Campus

• Nambour

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Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design (CUA60320)