Master of Design (Communication Design)
This master degree will not only help to further extend practical skills in your chosen specialisation, but it will also provide you with valuable business management skills.
The specialised fields you are able to choose from include:
- photo, digital and graphic media
- curatorship and arts writing
- painting and drawing
- spatial studies, involving public art, sculpture, textiles, glass, ceramics, jewellery and metal
- A key focus is on the development and application of research processes and methodologies and you will graduate with the cognitive skills needed to review and analyse information. You will also develop skills in marketing and critical analysis.
Advanced Standing :
Applicants who have completed a Bachelor (Honours) degree in a related discipline are eligible to enter the program with 1.0 EFTSL Advanced Standing and complete the program in 1 year of full time study or equivalent part time study. Applicants must also submit a portfolio of work, curriculum vitae and a written statement of intent.This qualification provides graduates with advanced practical and theoretical skills and knowledge, advanced research skills and valuable business and financial management skills.
A key focus is on research, as it relates to your chosen specialisation. You will also study marketing and business, covering areas such as:-
- grant sourcing and applications
- industry associations and professional recognition
- communication skills and marketing strategies
- copyright, trademarks, intellectual property and taxation
Campus Information
Adelaide- City West
On the edge of Adelaide’s central business district, City West houses studies in business, law, art, architecture, design, Indigenous cultures and Australian society.
Intakes
- Feb
- July
Application Processing Time in Days: 14
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
This industry is expecting strong growth in long-term employment prospects Australia-wide1.
Graduates from this degree enjoy careers in a variety of roles, such as:
- animation and motion designer: use graphic software to create animated images
- art director: responsible for the visual aspects of a publication, campaign, or other published material; a chief liaison between the client and designers
- graphic and communications designer: create visual concepts to inspire, inform or captivate an audience; use software applications to create visual design elements for publishers, web developers and multimedia companies
- web designer: create and maintain websites; this may include including the design, layout and coding.
Creativity, patience, motivation, commitment and, of course, excellent communication skills, are all qualities of a successful communication designer.
PSW Opportunity
Bachelor Degree or Masters by Coursework Degree - 2 years - 3 years (Adelaide)
Masters by Research - 3 years - 4 years (Adelaide)
PhD qualification - 4 years - 5 years (Adelaide)
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
- Successful completion of a Bachelor degree or Graduate Diploma from a recognised higher education institution, or equivalent, in a related discipline. Applicants must also submit a portfolio of work, curriculum vitae and a written statement of intent.
- Applicants who have completed the Graduate Diploma in Design from the University of South Australia are eligible to enter the program with 1.0 EFTSL Advanced Standing and complete the program in 1 year of full time study or equivalent part time study, and are not required to submit a portfolio of work and statement of intent.
- Applicants who have completed a Bachelor (Honours) degree in a related discipline are eligible to enter the program with 1.0 EFTSL Advanced Standing and complete the program in 1 year of full time study or equivalent part time study. Applicants must also submit a portfolio of work, curriculum vitae and a written statement of intent.
Related design disciplines include: visual communication design; graphic design; graphic communication; communication design.
- Course Code: 082771M
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 02 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
72200 AUD
Annual Cost of Living: 24505 AUD
Application Fee: N/A
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