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Diploma of Design (199JA.5)
Please note these are the 2026 details for this course
| Selection rank | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | On campus |
UC College, Bruce, ACT |
1.0 years |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | UAC code |
| Faculty of Arts and Design | School of Design and the Built Environment |
View teaching periods | 360035 |
| Fees | English language requirements | ||
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View requirements | ||
English language requirements
An overall IELTS Academic score (or equivalent) of 5.5, with no band score below 5.5. Students who have undertaken all of their education in an English speaking country (as defined on UC website) are deemed to have met our English language proficiency requirements.
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Selection rank
The selection rank is the minimum ATAR plus adjustment factors required for admission to the program in the previous year. This is an indicative guide only as ranks change each year depending on demand.
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Students enrolled in a Commonwealth Support Place (CSP) are required to make a contribution towards the cost of their education, which is set by the Commonwealth Government. Information on Commonwealth Supported Places, HECS-HELP and how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
| Academic entry requirements | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| On campus |
UC College, Bruce, ACT |
1.0 years | |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | CRICOS code |
| Faculty of Arts and Design | School of Design and the Built Environment |
View teaching periods | 076136M |
| Fees | English language requirements | ||
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View requirements | ||
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Information on how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
English language requirements
An overall IELTS Academic score (or equivalent) of 5.5, with no band score below 5.5. Students who have undertaken all of their education in an English speaking country (as defined on UC website) are deemed to have met our English language proficiency requirements.
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Academic entry requirements
To study at UC, you’ll need to meet our academic entry requirements and any admission requirements specific to your course. Please read your course admission requirements below. To find out whether you meet UC’s academic entry requirements, visit our academic entry requirements page.
Your doorway to Design
Unleash your creativity and innovation with our Diploma of Design. Created for those seeking a pathway to a Design degree, this course will introduce you to the fundamentals of design thinking, processes, tools and technology. At the end of this course, you'll be able to apply to the faculty of Arts and Design's suite of design degrees, from which you can hone-in on any the design field of your choice.
Study our Diploma of Design at UC and you will:
- learn creative thinking skills
- develop an understanding of visual communication
- become familiar with design technology
- be introduced to 2D and 3D design
- investigate and develop design projects
- work in a design studio environment
- develop the knowledge and skills needed to enter the design industry
Study opportunities
On finishing your diploma you can enter directly into one of the following courses delivered by the Faculty of Arts and Design, with one year of credit!
- ARB007 Bachelor fo Design
- ARB201 Bachelor of Design (Industrial Design)
- ARB202 Bachelor of Design (Interaction Design)
- ARB203 Bachelor of Design (Visual Communication Design)
- ABB001 Bachelor of the Built Environment (Architecture)
- ABB002 Bachelor of the Built Environment (Interior Architecture)
- 290JA Bachelor of Landscape Design
- ABB101 Bachelor of Building and Construction Management (Honours)
Career opportunities
You may choose to enter the design industry directly as a team member or assistant designer in a range of fields, including:
- Architect
- Landscaper
- Interior Designer
- Graphic Designer
- Industrial Designer
- Visual Merchandiser
- Building and Construction Manager
Important information
- It takes 2 terms of full-time study (8 months).
- If English is your 2nd language you will need IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL equivalent. Further information can be found at the following link.
Note: UC College courses fees may differ – please visit our Course Fees page for more information.
Completion of year 12 or equivalent and evidence of some previous design studies or submission of a scanned design portfolio. Students onshore will be selected by an interview process.
Assumed knowledge
None.
Periods course is open for new admissions
| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | UC College, Bruce, ACT | UC College Trimester 1 | 02 February 2026 | ||
| 2026 | UC College, Bruce, ACT | UC College Trimester 2 | 25 May 2026 | ||
| 2026 | UC College, Bruce, ACT | UC College Trimester 3 | 14 September 2026 |
Credit arrangements
There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy.
Diploma of Design (199JA) | 24 credit points
In addition to course requirements, in order to successfully complete your course you must meet the inherent requirements. Please refer to the inherent requirements statement applicable to your course
UC - University of Canberra College, Bruce
Year 1
UCC Term 1
Year 1
UCC Term 2
Course duration
Standard 1 year full-time or equivalent. Maximum 4 years.
Learning outcomes
| Learning outcomes | Related graduate attributes |
|---|---|
| The objectives of this program are to develop the student's specialist technical and creative skills in: Creative design, including: - Generating abstract design ideas after gathering information and analysing sources and concepts. - Integrating a significantly developed knowledge base required to successfully address client briefs. - Developing as a junior designer maintaining currency with past, present and future trends. - Gaining cognitive and skills to identify, communication analyse, synthetise and act on information from a range of sources. |
UC graduates are professional: Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; communicate effectively; use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict; display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload; take pride in their professional and personal integrity. UC graduates are global citizens: Understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures; make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas; evaluate and adopt new technology. |
| The objectives of this program are to develop the student's skills in: Technology, including: - Seeking to achieve efficient use of materials, resources and energy for design projects - Creating effective and safe design solutions - Gaining specialist digital technical and creative skills to express ideas and perspectives. |
UC graduates are professional: Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; communicate effectively; use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict; display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload; take pride in their professional and personal integrity. UC graduates are global citizens: Understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures; communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings; make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Be self-aware; adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas; evaluate and adopt new technology. |
| The objectives of this program are to develop the student's skills in: Research, including: - Accessing and reviewing resources (historical, theoretical, physical, personal and cultural) that influence and support the design solutions; - Justifying own work in terms of design theory and innovative practice; - Gaining cognitive, technical and communication skills to analyse, plan, design and evaluate approaches to unpredictable problems and/or management requirements. |
UC graduates are professional: Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; communicate effectively; use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict; display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload. UC graduates are global citizens: Adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries; understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures; communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; be self-aware; adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas. |
| The objectives of this program are to develop the student's skills in: Communication, including: - The development of effective communication skills with clients, colleagues and consultants; - Working as a professional member of a project team; - The development of communication strategies enabling the articulation of gained knowledge and specialised skills and to effectively demonstrate the understanding of that knowledge; - The development of clear presentation skills leading to an individual portfolio of work for self-promotion. |
UC graduates are professional: Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; communicate effectively; use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict; display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload; take pride in their professional and personal integrity. UC graduates are global citizens: Think globally about issues in their profession; adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries; understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures; communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings; make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; be self-aware; adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas; evaluate and adopt new technology. UC graduates are able to demonstrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing, being and doing: Use local Indigenous histories and traditional ecological knowledge to develop and augment understanding of their discipline; communicate and engage with Indigenous Australians in ethical and culturally respectful ways. |
Awards
| Award | Official abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Diploma of Design | Dip Des |
Enquiries
| Student category | Contact details |
|---|---|
| Current and Commencing Students | Please contact University of Canberra College, Phone +61 2 6201 2961 or Email ucc.studentservices@canberra.edu.au |
| Prospective International Students | Email international@canberra.edu.au or Phone +61 2 6201 5342 |
| Prospective Domestic Students | Email: study@canberra.edu.au or Phone: 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226) |
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