Open Colleges
Diploma of Graphic Design
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This hands-on course covers all you need to know to start a career in graphic design, starting with the fundamentals of graphic design, and moving to the more advanced practices of digital design, as well as UX, branding and freelancing.
This Diploma of Graphic Design trains you in all aspects of graphic design, which you will need to step into a role as a Junior Graphic or Digital Designer, Freelance Designer or Content Developer.
Learn how to combine technical, creative, and conceptual skills to create designs that meet client requirements and solve a range of visual communication challenges.
It is designed to get you job-ready, so all assessments are created with a real-world focus to get you used to dealing with different types of design briefs and graphic design roles, which you will face when you graduate.
Delivery mode
Open Colleges offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
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 ...
Website Designer
A Website Designer creates websites which may include images, text, graphics and interactive abilities. You’ll prepare websites for a range of purp...
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 ...
UX Designer
A UX Designer is responsible for the overall user experience of a product or service. You’ll make sure customers have a positive experience using a...
About Open Colleges
Open Colleges has been helping Australians realise their potential for over 125 years, and we are now Australia’s largest private provider of online vocational education.
In the last decade alone, we have helped over 450,000 students gain the skills to launch, change or take the next step in their careers.
All of us at Open Colleges put the student at the centre of everything we do, whether that’s helping you find the right course, designing a new course, making improvements to our online campus or giving you the support you need to reach your goals.
Our students are the reason we come to work every day. We’re here to help you make the most of your potential. And once you realise just what you’re capable of achieving, everything could happen.
