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Course Overview
What is a Bachelor of Communication Design? A Bachelor of Communication Design degree teaches you to share information visually using cutting-edge techniques, tools and tech from across disciplines. You'll be guided by industry experts (think: brand consultants, graphic designers and creative directors) and will graduate ready to make your mark on the creative industry. This course gets right into the theory and practice of information design, from initial concepts through to boundary-pushing visuals. Learn about print or digital design, and cover strategic thinking, brand strategy, packaging design, storytelling, customer experience design and service design. You'll explore sustainability in design, tackle UI and UX design, and apply design thinking methodologies that challenge the norm. Develop a cross-disciplinary design skillset, choosing electives that let you follow your passions and leave with the skills to carve out your own path in the industry. Whether you choose to study on-campus or online, you'll get your hands dirty with projects that tackle real-world challenges through problem-based learning and work-integrated learning opportunities. More Learning outcomes and Work-Integrated Learning Explore typography, image generation and information design. Explore packaging and branded environment design and learn how products and places can be designed for end user needs. Refine strategic thinking and brand development skills. Focus on creating messages for a range of audiences. Apply theoretical and technical knowledge to real-world problems. Undertake 120 hours of experience by completing an internship or working on a live brief. DIA-recognised course This course is recognised by the Design Institute of Australia, giving you confidence that your education is of appropriate standing to meet industry expectations. Vogue Australia partnership We've partnered with industry leaders including Vogue Australia, to offer you internship, mentoring and scholarship opportunities. Free Adobe Creative Cloud Pro licence You'll receive a free Adobe Creative Cloud Pro licence for the entire time you're studying Design with us and for six months post graduation. Download course guide Start online application Study mode Online, On campus, Blended Campus locations* Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Online Student Domestic International Course duration 3 years full time, 6 years part time Start date 14 Sep 2026 15 Feb 2027 View all key dates Fee & scholarships Learn more This is an AQF Level 7 course delivered by Torrens University Australia Ltd T/A Billy Blue College of Design. *For more details on international student study options .
Where You Can Study
Sydney
1 Chambers Rd, Leura, NSW 2780
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Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
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AccreditedCommon Questions
Yes, Torrens University Australia offers a range of scholarships for international students, including the Motivational Scholarship (up to 25% off tuition), the Motivational Scholarship for Trimester 1 Accelerated intake (30% off), and the PEPEA Scholarship (50% off). These are available to new undergraduate students across all faculties and apply for the entire course duration.
Yes, students from recognised partner institutions and pathway programs may be eligible for exclusive tuition reductions, such as the Ironwood Pathway scholarship (20% off), the Pearl Pathway scholarship (30% off), or the Kings College Malaysia scholarship (45% off, for Business faculty). These are available to new undergraduate and postgraduate students on a rolling intake basis.
Yes, Torrens University Australia offers an Offshore Online Scholarship of up to 30% off tuition fees for new international students studying online and residing outside of Australia. This applies to undergraduate courses across all faculties.
Yes, Torrens University Australia offers an Alumni Scholarship designed to support graduates who wish to pursue a further qualification, helping them build on their existing academic achievements.
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