Graphic Designer Courses in Brisbane

Become a professional graphic designer and gain advanced design and visual representation skills with the CUA50720 Diploma of Graphic Design. Studying online and in the classroom you will be researching visual communication history and theory — as well as learning how to create and manipulate graphics, plus produce graphic designs for 2-D and 3-D applications. Graduate with a professional body of creative work to present to prospective employers or clients. Enquire now for a list of study units, software requirements, and the next batch intake dates..

The ICP31420 Certificate III in Prepress Graphic Design Production. Gain foundational skills in graphic design, advertising, packaging, printing, signwriting, and electronic media. This course emphasizes print production and essential design principles, preparing you for roles as a pre-media tradesperson. Learn to create layouts, manipulate images and text, and solve print-related challenges with some leadership responsibilities. Enquire now for the full list of elective choices, entry requirements, and available enrolment dates. .

The Visual Design short course equips students with the skills and tools necessary to blend form and function, confidently solving design challenges. This course enables students to start their design portfolios and create beautiful, responsive designs for the web. Visual design transcends mere aesthetics, acting as a critical skill across various careers and essential to the success of many companies. Effective visual communication is key whether designing digital products, presentations, or advertising campaigns .

The Bachelor of Design (Visual Communication) equips students with the skills and finesse required for confident and agile visual communication. This course fosters creative problem-solving, critical thinking, technical proficiency, and professional practice, enabling students to contribute innovatively and responsibly to the field of visual communication. It covers the conveyance of ideas and information through various visible forms such as signs, typography, drawing, graphic design, illustration, industrial design, advertising, animation, colour, and electronic resources. .

The Bachelor of Fine Arts is a dynamic course designed for students passionate about the visual and performing arts. This degree offers a diverse range of specialisations, including painting, sculpture, photography, and theatre. Students will explore their creative talents, develop technical skills, and gain an understanding of contemporary art practices. The course emphasises hands-on experience, critical thinking, and artistic expression. Ideal for aspiring artists and performers, it prepares graduates for a variety of careers in the arts industry or further specialised study. .

The Bachelor of Visual Arts prepares students with essential historical, theoretical, and practical knowledge for a career in visual arts. Engaging with renowned artists, art historians, and industry leaders, students acquire skills to thrive in the visual arts sector. They gain understanding of contemporary art's reflection on the world and our role within it. This course explores art's contribution to significant historical, cultural, ecological, and ethical matters, offering a profound insight into the interplay between art and other visual cultures like fashion, film, and design..

The Bachelor of Design (Honours) is a one-year advanced undergraduate degree for high-achieving students who have completed an undergraduate Design degree and seek to enhance their critical and creative skills. This degree involves developing a significant practice-led research project, providing access to leading research labs and a selective professional placement program. Graduates gain a deeper understanding of design strategy, methods, and research, opening pathways to various careers in design and cultural sectors and further studies like a Master of Philosophy or PhD. .

The Bachelor of Arts (Visual Arts) offers an integrated approach to enhance art-making practices, covering methodologies like painting, drawing, and digital art. Students will deeply understand fine art history and theory, critique artworks, and engage in rigorous analytical thinking about art. Interaction with arts professionals, exhibition visits, and writing reviews further enrich the experience. .

The CUA40720 Certificate IV in Design will teach you the fundamentals of good design and prepare yourself for a whole range of creative careers. Over 12-18 months of study you will develop your critical and creative thinking skills, integrate colour theory and design processes, and realise a creative project. The course also covers: creative collaborations, 2D and 3D modelling, graphic design. Graduate with a portfolio of work ready to present to employers or clients. Enquire now for the full list of study units, entry requirements, and enrolment centres near you..

Take your existing skills as a graphic designer to the next level with the CUA60320 Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design. You’ll be using the Adobe Creative Suite and Content Management Systems at a professional level — while learning how to engage in the business of graphic design (creative practice, design briefs, project work). This nationally recognised qualification is completed over 6 months in a classroom (including a simulated design studio).Enquire now for the next batch intake plus the full course prospectus..