Course Overview

About This Course

SAE's Bachelor of Design & Visual Communication is much more than visual aesthetics. This multifaceted course provides students with a detailed understanding of design principles, coupled with hands-on experience of design in the contemporary world. Explore branding and identity design, online and print design, user-centered design and digital image-making. Learn to apply a strategic, entrepreneurial eye to design briefs and become adept at creative problem-solving.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

SAE Online (Australia)

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (QCE, WACE, HSC, SACE, etc.), like your Year 12 certificate or equivalent; OR
Completion of a Certificate IV level qualification, or higher, issued under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF); OR
For applicants who do not meet the requirements of the above entry criteria, refer to SAE's Experience Based Entry scheme.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

UI Designer, Content Creator, Creative Director, Branding or Identity Designer, Graphic Designer, Content Manager, Print and Digital Designer, Social Media Designer, UX Designer, Art Director. Graduates can work in large corporations or small agencies, as a freelancer, or as part of an entrepreneurial project team in any industry.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units4 units

DIM111

Scholarly Perspectives on Design

Learn about the ideas and concepts of design. Discover the art of presenting and defending a point of view in a convincing and effective way by referring to valid and trustworthy sources of information. Develop critical thinking skills and delve into the history and language of the design industry.

DDX170

Principles of Design

Learn about the principles of design through creating vector graphics in the form of motifs, pictorial marks and logos using Adobe Illustrator and other tools. Visual rules that can be applied in the creation of any image to enhance their impact, attractiveness and ability to communicate.

DDX171

Fundamentals of Image Making

Learn about illustration and the creative and technical production of digital images using Photoshop and other tools. Explore a range of drawing techniques and tools including processes of iteration and refinement, and investigate visual storytelling through the development of a series of images.

DDX174

Design for Print Media

Learn about designing page layouts for print through the combination of images and type.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this course available on-campus or only online?

The Bachelor of Design & Visual Communication is available online only (for domestic students). It is built for independent learners who need maximum flexibility without compromising on engagement, featuring 2 hours of live online classes plus 1 hour of national content each week.

How long does it take to complete the Bachelor of Design & Visual Communication?

The course can be completed in 2 years (6 trimesters) via the Fast Track full-time option, 2.5 years (8 trimesters) full-time, or 3 years (9 trimesters) full-time. A part-time option is also available for domestic students who need additional flexibility, though part-time is not available for international students.

What are the fees for this course?

The course consists of 20 units at $2,999 each and 2 units at $5,998 each, with an indicative annual course fee of $23,992 AUD (based on 1.0 EFTSL). A Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) is also applicable. FEE-HELP is available for eligible domestic students.

What entry requirements do I need to meet to enrol in this course?

You must satisfy one of the following: completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (such as QCE, WACE, HSC, or SACE) or equivalent; completion of a Certificate IV level qualification or higher under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF); or qualification under SAE's Experience Based Entry scheme if you do not meet the above criteria.

What will I study in the first stage of the course?

In Stage 1 (Foundations), you will develop essential technical design skills and the knowledge required to collaborate with other creative media students and professionals. Units include Scholarly Perspectives on Design (DIM111), Principles of Design (DDX170), Fundamentals of Image Making (DDX171), and Design for Print Media (DDX174), covering topics such as design history, vector graphics, digital image-making, and page layout for print.

Application

How to Apply

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Submit Documents

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Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

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