Bachelor of Design

This degree will develop students’ capabilities in creativity, innovation, and design. Students will learn to apply creative problem-solving and spatial design skills in the residential and commercial environment.

As part of this programme, students will have the opportunity to undertake collaborative real-world projects with students from other disciplines and industry.

The degree has pathways in Spatial or Visual Communication (Graphic Design).

Visual communication
Students will develop skills in design and hone their eye for detail so they can masterfully bring their ideas to life. They will learn:

• Web and interactive design, animation and motion graphics 
• Graphic design for print, package, and publication
• Illustration
• Brand identity development

Students will gain practical and critical design skills, while keeping pace with current industry trends in this rapidly evolving industry. They will also be challenged to apply their skills to a variety of design situations as they learn while doing.

Spatial design
Students will develop skills in spatial design and hone their eye for detail, so they can masterfully bring their ideas to life. They will learn:

• Design fundamentals for residential and commercial spaces
• People and communication skills to pitch to clients
• Project management strategies

Students will gain practical and critical design skills, while keeping pace with current industry trends in this evolving industry. They will also be challenged to apply their skills to a variety of design situations as they learn while doing.