Western Sydney University

Bachelor of Design (Visual Communication)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

This program will provide you with fundamental skills and knowledge to communicate ideas and information across a wide range of visual media. With an emphasis on studio-based practice, you will study areas such as image design, typography, layout design, branding, design history, research methods, and web-based design.

The world of tomorrow is filled with exciting creative challenges and opportunities. Work on real community and industry projects. Learn how to interpret design briefs. Gain experience with an extensive range of digital technologies. There are opportunities to engage with live community or industry projects, and you will choose two practical specialisations from the following pairs: motion design and data visualisation; game and app design; illustration; and photography.

Delivery mode

Western Sydney University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

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


Locations
  • 169 Macquarie Street, Parramatta
  • 6 Hassall Street, Parramatta

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Applicants who have undertaken studies overseas may have to provide proof of proficiency in English. Local applicants who are applying through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) will find details of minimum English proficiency requirements and acceptable proof on the UAC website.

International students currently completing an Australian Year 12 in or outside Australia, an International Baccalaureate in Australia or a New Zealand National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) level 3

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $123,840 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$123,840
Standard Tuition:
$0
Full Fee Tuition:
$123,840
Full Fee Tuition:
$0
Enquire with Western Sydney University to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 4 Years
Estimated fee* $0 - $123,840 $0 Support may be available

Career opportunities

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

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

Illustrator

An Illustrator produces creative images used for a range of purposes. You might prepare illustrations used in story books or prepare images used in...

Avg yearly income $75,400
Entry barriers Low

Information Designer

An Information Designer creates clear and effective visual representations of data and complex information. You might work in design agencies, corp...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

Motion Graphics Designer

A Motion Graphics Designer creates visually engaging animations and graphics that enhance storytelling across various media platforms. Their respon...

Avg yearly income $85,800
Entry barriers Low

About Western Sydney University

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