Diploma of Design - 199JA
| Course Code: | 199JA |
|---|---|
| Course Version: | 3 |
| Location: | UC - University of Canberra College, Bruce |
| Faculty: | Faculty of Arts and Design |
| Discipline(s): | School of Design and the Built Environment |
| UAC Code: | 360035 |
| CRICOS Code: | 076136M |
| Selection Rank: | 50 |
| 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. |
Looking for a doorway into Design?
You have come to the right place. If you are creative and interested in design but concerned about your ATAR or English language skills, our Diploma of Design is the answer. You will open a direct pathway to a Bachelor of Design, or any of the faculty’s suite of design degrees, from which you can focus on any design field you wish.
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 2nd year of a Bachelor of Design
Career opportunities
You may choose to enter the design industry directly as a team member or assistant designer in a range of fields, including:
- architecture
- landscape
- interior
- graphic design
- industrial design
- visual merchandising
Important to know
- It takes 2 terms of full time study (7mths). You can take up to 8 terms to finish if needed.
- If English is your 2nd language you will need IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL equivalent. Further information can be found at the following link.
Enquiries
- Current and Commencing Students
- Please contact University of Canberra College, Phone +61 2 6201 2961 or Email ucc.studentservices@canberra.edu.au
- Prospective Domestic Students
- Email study@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226)
- Prospective International Students
- Email international@canberra.edu.au or Phone +61 2 6201 5342
Admission Requirements
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 to New Admissions
| Year | Location | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | UC - University of Canberra College, Bruce | UCC Trimester 1 UCC Trimester 2 UCC Trimester 3 |
UCC Trimester 1 UCC Trimester 2 UCC Trimester 3 |
| 2021 | UC - University of Canberra College, Bruce | UCC Trimester 1 UCC Trimester 2 UCC Trimester 3 |
UCC Trimester 1 UCC Trimester 2 UCC Trimester 3 |
| 2022 | UC - University of Canberra College, Bruce | UCC Trimester 1 UCC Trimester 2 UCC Trimester 3 |
UCC Trimester 1 UCC Trimester 2 UCC Trimester 3 |
Information on admission closing dates can be found here.
Notes for Domestic Applicants
The next available intake for Domestic students (Australian Citizens or Permanent Residents) will be in 2020. Please contact UCC via pathways@canberra.edu.au for other options.
Course Requirements
Information for Current Students
There are previous versions of this course. As a current student you will complete the requirements for the course that were in place when you commenced. Click on the relevant link below to view the requirements of your version of the course.
- Version3 - Start Date: 01/01/2019 End Date: Current Version
- Version2 - Start Date: 01/01/2016 End Date: 31/12/2018
Awards
| Award(s) | Official Abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Diploma of Design | Dip Des |
Typical Study Pattern
Please refer to the tab to view Course Requirements, check unit details and select Restricted Choice Units for the course. Please note not all units are offered in each teaching period.
Unit Delivery Modes
Delivery modes for units in this degree are yet to be confirmed. Please contact us for more details.Information for Fee Paying Students
| Year | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | CSP | $26,640 |
The fees detailed above 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.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Course Objectives | Graduate Qualities |
|---|---|
| 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. |
Communication The ability to effectively present knowledge, ideas and opinions and communicate within and across professional and cultural boundaries. Problem solving The ability to apply problem-solving processes in novel situations; to identify and analyse problems then formulate and implement solutions. |
| 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. |
Analysis and inquiry The ability to gather information, and to analyse and evaluate this information and arising situations in a systematic, creative and insightful way. Communication The ability to effectively present knowledge, ideas and opinions and communicate within and across professional and cultural boundaries. Problem solving The ability to apply problem-solving processes in novel situations; to identify and analyse problems then formulate and implement solutions. |
| 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. |
Analysis and inquiry The ability to gather information, and to analyse and evaluate this information and arising situations in a systematic, creative and insightful way. Problem solving The ability to apply problem-solving processes in novel situations; to identify and analyse problems then formulate and implement solutions. |
| 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. |
Professionalism and social responsibility The capacity and intention to use professional knowledge and skills ethically and responsibly, for the benefit of others and the environment. Working independently and with others The ability to plan their own work, be self-directed, and use interpersonal skills and attitudes to also work collaboratively. Communication The ability to effectively present knowledge, ideas and opinions and communicate within and across professional and cultural boundaries. |
Course Duration
Standard 1 year full-time or equivalent. Maximum 4 years.
Offerings
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Past Offerings
- 2019->UC - University of Canberra College, Bruce-Internal
Enrolment Numbers
View the number of student enrolments for the previous full year. Please note that course numbers are indicative only and in no way reflect individual class sizes.