Bachelor of Design

About the course

Western Sydney University’s Bachelor of Design builds creative, technical and critical thinking skills for contemporary visual communication. You’ll develop core capabilities in design history and practice, branding, typography, image-making, design thinking, UX and digital storytelling, then specialise in an area of interest. Studio-based learning, live briefs and industry partnerships help you graduate with strong digital fluency, professional skills and a portfolio suited to design careers in diverse sectors.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across creative industries, government, education, agencies and in-house design teams. Career paths include graphic designer, brand and visual identity designer, publication or packaging designer, web/app designer, UX/UI designer, digital/content designer, motion and digital storytelling designer, environmental graphic designer, photographer, art director, design strategist, creative technologist or educator. This Bachelor-level design qualification supports entry into a broad range of visual communication and digital design roles.

Living Costs in Parramatta**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,174 - 2,875	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,562 - 2,066
Transportation (Daily) A$ 8 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 242 - 320

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)