Bachelor of Communication Design
Bachelor · 3 years
The Bachelor of Communication Design is a three-year undergraduate degree focused on visual communication across digital, editorial, and brand contexts. It overlaps significantly with a Bachelor of Design (Graphic Design) — the differences come down to programme philosophy and which institute you study at.
What’s covered
- Typography, layout, and visual systems
- Digital and motion design
- Branding and identity
- UX and interaction design
- Editorial and print
- Studio practice with industry briefs
Visa pathway
A completed CRICOS-registered Bachelor of Communication Design typically qualifies graduates for the Subclass 485 Temporary Graduate visa providing 2–3 years of post-study work rights.
Entry requirements
- Year 12 or international equivalent
- IELTS 6.0+ (institute-specific)
- Portfolio submission for some institutes