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Course Overview
What is a Graduate Certificate of Design? The Graduate Certificate of Design is for those ready to take design to the next level and shake up the status quo. You'll sharpen your skills in design and problem-solving, diving into cutting-edge tech and bold new methodologies to tackle business and societal challenges head-on through design thinking and critical analysis. This course arms you with the tools to think critically and creatively, breaking down complex problems and building innovative solutions. With core subjects like Professional Identity, Design Methods, and Design Communication, plus an elective in UX Design or Project Management, you'll graduate as a design rebel, ready to disrupt global creative industries. No design background? No problem. This course is your entry point into a whole new world of opportunities. Already in the game? Time to level up, transform your business model, and tackle those big challenges the world's not ready for. More Learning outcomes Analyse current practices and trends in design practice as they relate to social, cultural, economic and environmental contexts. Research information and theoretical concepts to inform the development of design outcomes and solutions through analysis and synthesis. Communicate concepts and processes to justify design outcomes or solutions. Demonstrate informed judgement and effective management to facilitate collaboration across global teams and communities. Practice critical and creative thinking to define and solve problems through design projects. 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, Online Student Domestic International Course duration 6 months full time, 1 year part time Start date 14 Sep 2026 Fee & scholarships Learn more This is an AQF Level 8 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
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Accreditation Status
AccreditedCommon Questions
Yes, Torrens University Australia offers a range of scholarships for international students, including the Motivational Scholarship (up to 25% off tuition), the PEPEA Scholarship (50% off), and pathway scholarships for students coming from partner institutions. Many of these are available for postgraduate courses across all faculties and are open to new students on a rolling intake basis.
Torrens University Australia offers an Offshore Online Scholarship providing up to 30% off tuition fees for international students studying online and residing outside Australia, which may be applicable to eligible postgraduate courses including the Graduate Certificate of Design.
Yes, Torrens University Australia offers an Alumni Scholarship designed to support graduates who wish to continue their studies and pursue a further qualification, which could apply to enrolment in the Graduate Certificate of Design.
The Motivational Scholarship (Trimester 1 Accelerated) offers 30% off tuition fees for new students commencing in the Trimester 1 Accelerated intake in 2026. It is available across all faculties except BMIHMS, Nursing, and Higher Degrees by Research programs, and applies for the entire course duration, potentially including the Graduate Certificate of Design.
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