The University of Queensland
Graduate Diploma in Interaction Design
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationInteraction designers play a vital role in creating digital products that are useable, uncomplicated, and human-centred. If you're looking to develop advanced knowledge about the design process for interactive products – this is the program for you.
Our professional program for graduates from other fields, to allow you to learn the essential skills to work in the interaction design industry.
You will have a degree in a field other than Interaction Design / User Experience Design / Multimedia Design, and you will take a year of study to develop technical skills in-depth.
Your future is in industry, as an interaction designer. You will undertake foundational studies to allow you to achieve a transition to become an interaction designer.
Delivery mode
The University of Queensland offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- 280-284 Sir Fred Schonell Dr, St Lucia
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
To be eligible for entry, you'll need:
- a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a field other than interaction design, multimedia design, human computer interaction or user experience design, or
- to have completed post-secondary studies in a field other than interaction design, multimedia design, human computer interaction or user experience design and 2 years full-time equivalent relevant work experience (see below). Applications based on post-secondary study and/or work experience will be individually assessed.
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.5 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.Your bachelor¿s degree must contain no more than 1 design or programming discipline related course.
Relevant work experience
Relevant work experience includes a minimum of two years' work in a professional, knowledge-based or information-oriented workplace. This may include work in administration, business, customer support, finance, government, human resources, law, marketing, operations/project management, strategy and sustainability. This will need to be supported with evidence.
Evidence of relevant work experience should include a letter from your employer (and/or previous employers) clearly stating the following:
- That you work (or worked) within the specified organisation
- The nature of your work, detailing any relevant duties and responsibilities to the entry criteria above
- The length of time you were in your role/s (i.e demonstrating minimum length for entry) and whether this was full-time, part-time, or casual
- Any further bespoke conditions listed by the entry criteria
Course fees
$8,948
$51,200
$8,948
$51,200
Career opportunities
The Graduate Diploma in Interaction Design will prepare you for the following roles.
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...
Interaction Designer
An Interaction Designer creates user-friendly digital interfaces that enhance user experience across websites, apps, and other digital platforms. Y...
UX Researcher
A UX Researcher studies user behaviours and preferences to inform the design of digital products and services. You might work in a tech company, de...
Product Designer
A Product Designer creates new products for their own business or on behalf of an organisation. Products may meet a specific need or have a unique...
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...
About The University of Queensland
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