University of Canberra
Graduate Certificate of Design
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationUnleash your creative talents and learn to apply design-thinking to solve workplace challenges with this 12-month, part-time course. Whether you’re looking to step-up into a leadership role or make a sideways move into a creative area, this course will give you the opportunity to get involved in senior-level design projects.
The Graduate Certificate in Design will teach you to apply creative problem-solving skills to workplace problems. You’ll explore a wide variety of design concepts and master the ability to articulate your vision, instruct designers, manage creative projects and lead with confidence.
These sought-after skills will lay the foundations for a career leading through the application of design thinking across a rich array of design areas, from user experience (UX) design to graphic or industrial design and so much more.
In addition to renowned academics in design, you will enjoy real-world course content thanks to guest lecturers with expertise in design thinking and by being mentored and taught by local design experts.
Delivery mode
University of Canberra 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.
Students must have a bachelor degree in any field as approved by the University.
Students must have a bachelor degree in any field as approved by the University.
An IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
$12,500
$17,250
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 University of Canberra
Dynamic and vibrant, the University of Canberra (UC) is embedded deep in the soul of Canberra, the Australian capital. Canberra is a place where ideas are born, creativity is explored and opportunity is created.
Our home in Canberra and connection with our neighbouring communities shapes our purpose as a university. Whether it’s fostering innovation, meeting health-care needs, solving environmental challenges or equipping our future leaders, our University is an embodiment of our distinctive city. Canberra is a wonderful place to live, study and work – a safe, connected, multicultural city which boasts great scenery, excellent entertainment and sports venues, a buzzing food scene and a glittering galaxy of cultural institutions.
UC is a university for the professions, dedicated to providing immersive student experiences focussed on employability outcomes. We’re ranked in the top 5 universities in the world for reducing inequalities (THE Impact Rankings 2021, 2023), in the world’s top 300 universities (THE, 2023) and ranked number one in the ACT for full-time employment and teaching quality (GUG 2023). These are remarkable achievements for a university only recently celebrating its 30th anniversary.
This success is in part due to our two-pronged focus, encompassing progressive teaching and learning, as well as strong ties to industry. The latter means that students enjoy real-world work experience, internships and clinical placements meaning UC students get a taste for their future careers, even before graduation.
As new developments continue to expand the campus one thing the University has maintained over its 30 years is its indomitable, distinctive character. Our location in Australia’s capital city has shaped the University as progressive and dynamic – dedicated to public service and building a sustainable and prosperous future. As a hub of learning, practical courses, innovative research and new opportunities, it will always be the University in, of and for Canberra
