Melbourne Polytechnic
Diploma of Graphic Design
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET) Our Diploma of Graphic Design CUA50720 offers hands-on, practical skills. The course combines practical applied design and theory, allowing you to gain a solid range of skills for future employment within the design industry. Advance your knowledge of the fundamentals of graphic design and stand out from the pack in this creative industry.Delivery mode
Melbourne Polytechnic offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 101 Yarra Bend Rd, Fairfield
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- All applicants are required to attend an interview and folio presentation.
- Your folio needs to provide evidence of technical skills demonstrating examples of graphic design work that responds to various design challenges. Use of typography that supports a design solution and an ability to use graphic design industry software, such as the Adobe Creative suite.
- Skills may have been acquired through personal or work experience, or formal study.
- Successful completion of VCE/equivalent or mature age
- Non-VCE applicants must be at least 17 years old
- VCE students selected on the basis of interview and folio
- Non-VCE and direct applicants selected on the basis of interview and folio
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Graphic 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...
Art Director
An Art Director oversees the visual representation of an organisation or the creative design elements of a particular project. You’ll collaborate w...
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...
Visual Designer
A Visual Designer looks after the overall look of a brand or project. You’ll liaise with marketing and graphic design colleagues to develop visual...
UI Designer
A UI Designer oversees the user interface of a company’s website or digital presence. You’ll incorporate ways for users to interact with a product...
Creative Designer
A Creative Designer develops visual concepts and designs that communicate ideas to inspire, inform, or captivate consumers. You might work in adver...
Signwriter
A Signwriter creates and installs signs for businesses, organisations and public facilities. You might work with clients to design signs, advertisi...
Screen Printer
A Screen Printer produces printed materials using manual or machined screen printing equipment. You might use a range of printing techniques such a...
Online Content Creator
An Online Content Creator is responsible for developing and producing engaging content across various digital platforms, including social media, we...
Multimedia Artist
A Multimedia Artist creates visual content across multiple platforms, including digital, print, animation, and video media, utilising software tool...
2D Designer
A 2D Designer creates visual content for digital and print media, including graphics, illustrations, and layouts. You may work in areas like advert...
Motion Designer
A Motion Designer is responsible for creating engaging animations and visual effects while collaborating with various teams to develop creative con...
Publishing Coordinator
A Publishing Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the production process of various publications, ensuring that projects are completed on time...
Design Coordinator
A Design Coordinator oversees the creation of looks for interior and exterior environments. You might work on large projects or smaller designs. De...
UX Developer
A UX Developer focuses on creating seamless and engaging user experiences for digital products. You might work in a tech company, design agency, or...
Exhibition Designer
An Exhibition Designer creates engaging and visually striking displays for exhibitions, trade shows, and museums. You might work for design firms,...
Packaging Designer
A Packaging Designer creates innovative and functional packaging solutions for products across various industries. You might work for a design agen...
About Melbourne Polytechnic
Melbourne Polytechnic offers a different way to learn. We have been delivering vocational training since 1912 and we're one of the largest providers in Victoria.
