Diploma of Graphic Design

class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="admissions"> Entry requirements and admissions You need to satisfy all of the following academic (entry) requirements to be considered for entry into this course. Expand all sections Collapse all sections Academic requirements Prerequisites Selection tasks Academic requirements There are no minimum academic entry requirements for this course. Applicants must meet the minimum university entry requirements . All applicants must submit the selection task Applicants who are seeking admission on the basis of an approved RMIT pathway will be able to indicate this in the selection task and submit. All other applicants must complete and submit the selection task requirements. Prerequisites There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification. Selection tasks All applicants must submit the selection task Applicants who are seeking admission on the basis of an approved RMIT pathway will be able to indicate this in the selection task and submit. All other applicants must complete and submit the selection task requirements. Applications are assessed in the order that they are received until the selection task date below, if places are still available. For your best chance at admission into this course, you are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Expand all sections Collapse all sections Semester 1, 2027 Semester 2, 2027 Semester 1, 2027 Semester 1, 2027 Selection task dates For VTAC applicants If you are applying via VTAC, selection tasks should be submitted by the following dates to be considered for timely selection in each VTAC round: VTAC offer round Register and submit the selection task by November round (non-Year 12 applicants only) 17 November 2026 December round (current Year 12 applicants only) 14 December 2026 January rounds (if places are available) 5 January 2027 February rounds (all applicants if places are available) 28 January 2027 Submit your VTAC selection task For direct applicants If you are applying direct to RMIT, you must complete and submit your direct application. The link to submit your selection task will appear on the applicant dashboard after you have submitted your application. Please see the Apply page for information on eligibility to apply direct. Application type Register and submit the selection task by All applications 5 February 2027 Apply now and submit your selection task Selection task requirements The selection task has 2 options: RMIT previous studies Submission of a folio. Applicants need to only complete the section most relevant to their qualification(s) and experience. RMIT previous studies If you have successfully completed, or are due to complete at the end of the current RMIT semester, one of the following RMIT University courses, you must submit your selection task so that your eligibility and application will be assessed based on the approved RMIT pathway course: C4441 Certificate IV in Design C4414 Certificate IV in Design Folio Provide three (3) different pieces of your original graphic design work. Each piece must have a resolved outcome and demonstrate your design skills. One piece must include the use of typography and layout and demonstrated use of industry design software. You must include one page of process work for each piece, along with a short description explaining the idea, target audience, and design choices. Recommended for inclusion: A variety of original design concepts and outcomes 2D or 3D design, typography, and industry software use such as Adobe CC suite or similar Freehand or digital drawings/illustrations Creative use of design elements like colour, texture, and composition. Submission instructions Upload your folio as a single PDF (maximum size 10MB). Please ensure to include the page number, and your full name and application number on each page. OR Provide a URL to your folio (please provide a password if applicable). All images must be contained and visible on one webpage. Semester 2, 2027 Semester 2, 2027 Selection task details and submission dates will be available early March 2027. You need to satisfy all of the following requirements to be considered for entry into this course. Expand all sections Collapse all sections Academic requirements Prerequisites Selection tasks English language requirements Academic requirements You must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent senior secondary school qualification) (check calculator below). Equivalent qualifications may also include completion of the RMIT Foundation Studies program or a recognised post-secondary diploma in the relevant discipline with the required grades. You may also be considered if you have work experience in this field. Meeting the minimum academic requirements does not guarantee entry. Your application will still need to be assessed and accepted. Entry score calculator Select a study location* Select study location Bangladesh Cambodia Canada China Colombia Denmark Germany Hong Kong India Indonesia Japan Kenya Kuwait Malaysia Mauritius Mexico Nepal New Zealand Nigeria Norway Pakistan Saudi Arabia Scotland Singapore South Korea Sri Lanka Taiwan Thailand United Arab Emirates United Kingdom USA Vietnam Other country Philippines Select a qualification gained* Select qualification gained Go Minimum Score Required Don’t meet the requirements? Learn about your pathway options Prerequisites There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification. Selection tasks Pre-selection kit: You are required to submit a completed pre-selection kit (PDF 453KB) along with your application. English language requirements To study this program you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests: IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 5.5 (with no individual band below 5.0) TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT) for Australia: minimum overall score of 50 (with minimum of 5 in Reading, 5 in Listening, 14 in Speaking and 15 in Writing) Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 42 (with no communication band less than 36) C1 Advanced: minimum of 162 with no less than 154 in any component. Note: RMIT does not accept scores from 'at-home' or 'online' testing. For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information . Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English Language Pathways (Academic English) Upper Intermediate at RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP). <div

class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="career"> Career Graphic designers work in many different commercial and community contexts across both print and digital media, including organisations like design studios, digital agencies, and the advertising industry. You may find work in areas such as advertising and promotion, art direction, branding, instructional design, packaging, signage and web design. <div