Torrens University Australia
Graduate Certificate of Design
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationA Graduate Certificate of Design equips you with advanced design and problem-solving skills to enhance professional practice. You’ll explore new technologies, learn new design methodologies and develop modern practices to solve business or societal problems through design thinking and critical analysis.
This course aims to provide an understanding of critical and creative thinking to solve complex problems with innovative solutions through design.
Alongside the three core subjects –Professional Identity, Design Methods and Design Communication – you’ll also complete one elective from our postgraduate UX Design program or Project Management programs, ensuring you graduate as a design expert with an extensive understanding of operating in global creative businesses.
If you don’t have an undergraduate degree in design, this course offers a platform to start exploring new opportunities in the field. Or to level up your current career by learning how to transform your business model or solve complex societal challenges.
Delivery mode
Torrens University Australia offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
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Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Completion of a Bachelor degree or equivalent OR
Completion of any recognised Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 5 years of work experience demonstrated by a resume.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Graduate Certificate of Design will prepare you for the following roles.
Design Consultant
A Design Consultant collaborates with clients to create functional and aesthetically pleasing designs for various projects. You might work in inter...
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...
Design Strategist
A Design Strategist develops and implements design strategies to meet business goals and enhance user experiences. You might work in design firms,...
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...
Service Designer
A Service Designer creates and optimises services to improve user experience and business outcomes. You might work in various industries, collabora...
Design Manager
A Design Manager oversees the creative and technical aspects of design projects within an organisation. You might work in various industries, inclu...
Creative Director
Creative Directors are advertising and marketing professionals who direct the way the organisation’s products, services, and brand is visually proj...
About Torrens University Australia
Our students ranked Torrens University seventh in Australia for Teaching Quality in 2022’s Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT) Student Experience Survey. In the same QILT survey, postgraduate students ranked us sixth for Overall Quality of Educational Experience.
We’ve also been awarded a range of industry-specific awards that celebrate our world-class university education.
