Swinburne University of Technology
Bachelor of Design
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationDesign has the power to shape our understanding of the world and our experience within it. Our Bachelor of Design will arm you with broad design skills in typography, brand and identity design, and more. Make your degree custom-fit by choosing a future-focused major. Emerge ready to transform lives and empower society towards a brighter (and even more beautiful) future.
Delivery mode
Swinburne University of Technology offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- John Street, Hawthorn
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Qualifications
One of the following:
- the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification
- completion or partial completion of an approved tertiary qualification (including diplomas, advanced diplomas, associate degrees, and degrees).
Applicants without a formal qualification may be considered for entry if they have significant and relevant work experience and/or upon completion of the STAT test.
Course prerequisites
VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 25 in any English (except EAL) or 30 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or equivalent.
VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 20 in one of Art, Product Design and Technology, Media, Interactive Digital Media C, Studio Arts, or Visual Communication Design or applicants applying for this course through Swinburne Online must submit a portfolio of work.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Design will prepare you for the following roles.
Brand Designer
Brand Designers are responsible for an organisation’s visual identity and branding. They oversee the development of logos, icons, corporate colours...
Design Manager
A Design Manager oversees the creative and technical aspects of design projects within an organisation. You might work in various industries, inclu...
Industrial Designer
An Industrial Designer develops innovative product designs, balancing functionality with aesthetics. Their duties include conducting market researc...
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...
Interior Design Consultant
Interior Design Consultants are self-employed professionals who design and decorate indoor spaces for clients. They design for both residential and...
Commercial Interior Designer
Commercial Interior Designers conceptualise, design, and develop the interior spaces of commercial buildings such as shops, office complexes, hotel...
Set Designer
A Set Designer is a creative professional responsible for conceptualising and creating the physical environment in which film, television, theatre,...
Ceramic Artist
A Ceramic Artist creates artistic and functional pieces using clay and other ceramic materials. You might work in studios, galleries, or workshops....
About Swinburne University of Technology
Swinburne University of Technology helps you reach your study and career goals through a wide range of courses and pathways. You’ll receive individual attention and attend small, manageable classes. You’ll enjoy an exciting and dynamic experience, whether studying at our modern campuses, in the workplace or online.
