University of Technology Sydney

Bachelor of Design (Honours)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The Bachelor of Design (Honours) is an advanced one-year design degree offered to students wishing to deepen and extend their knowledge from their undergraduate design studies. Students graduate with skills and expertise that are in demand from creative industries, the business sector and society. These include strong disciplinary abilities in their field that prepares graduates for high levels of creative and critical practice, as well as qualifying for postgraduate degrees, scholarships and awards. Graduates are also sought-after for their capabilities in design research,project management, communication and design advocacy.

Honours students identify and lead a major design project throughout the whole academic year. This is situated in the relevant design studio for fashion and textiles, product design or visual communication (including photography). Throughout this time, honours students apply and consolidate their undergraduate design skills, experiment with new techniques, and establish a unique design style to take into their career.

Delivery mode

University of Technology Sydney offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • University of Technology, 15 Broadway, Broadway

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline at an appropriate level.
  • Non-UTS applicants: Applicants with a degree which is equivalent to the UTS Bachelor of Design in Photography or Product Design or Fashion and Textiles or Visual Communication and who have attained an overall minimum WAM of 65.0 or above
  • IELTS score of 6.50 or TOEFL iBT score of 79.00 or PTE score of 58.00 or its equivalent
  • Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline at an appropriate level.
  • Non-UTS applicants: Applicants with a degree which is equivalent to the UTS Bachelor of Design in Photography or Product Design or Fashion and Textiles or Visual Communication and who have attained an overall minimum WAM of 65.0 or above
  • IELTS score of 6.50 or TOEFL iBT score of 79.00 or PTE score of 58.00 or its equivalent AND
  • Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $9,314 $46,752 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$9,314
Standard Tuition:
$46,752
Full Fee Tuition:
$9,314
Full Fee Tuition:
$46,752
Enquire with University of Technology Sydney to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 1 Year
Estimated fee* $0 - $9,314 $46,752 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Design (Honours) will prepare you for the following roles.

Fashion Designer

A Fashion Designer creates clothing and accessories for sale to customers. You might work for yourself or be employed by a fashion label. You’ll wo...

Avg yearly income $74,984
Entry barriers Low

Furniture Designer

A Furniture Designer creates plans for furniture pieces. You might design individual or custom-made pieces or develop designs for mass production....

Avg yearly income $70,200
Entry barriers Low

Graphic Designer

A Graphic Designer creates visual material for use by their organisation or for outside clients. You’ll use a range of design software to prepare w...

Avg yearly income $74,880
Entry barriers Low

Product Designer

A Product Designer creates new products for their own business or on behalf of an organisation. Products may meet a specific need or have a unique...

Avg yearly income $109,200
Entry barriers Low

Interior Designer

An Interior Designer creates overall looks for indoor environments in a range of settings. You’ll liaise with clients to understand their needs and...

Avg yearly income $83,200
Entry barriers Low

About University of Technology Sydney

UTS is the top-ranked young university in Australia. Our vision is to be a leading public university of technology recognised for our global impact. We’re known for our innovative teaching. We’re committed to practical innovation and research that benefits industry and society. We believe in social change to create a more just and equal world.

We are a dynamic and cosmopolitan university that marks the gateway to Sydney — Australia's economic, multicultural, innovative and creative global city.

UTS is a public university of technology defined by our support for the economic, social and cultural prosperity of our communities. We are measured by the success of our students, staff and partners and committed to research, innovation and the dissemination of knowledge of public value. We are, and always will be, an inclusive university.

UTS has an ambitious new vision, to be a leading public university of technology recognised for our global impact.

Through our education, research and engagement we will become an internationally great public university, delivering real benefit for society.