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About the course
Build creative and practical skills in visual communication design across graphic communication, illustration, animation and interaction design. You’ll work in contemporary studios and maker spaces on real-world tasks guided by industry experts, developing adaptable skills for design, art and media. Graduate with a strong professional portfolio that showcases your creative vision and capabilities in a Bachelor degree focused on design practice. The programme develops design, animation, visual storytelling, and digital media production for creative industries.
Career outcome
Prepare for diverse design-industry roles across creative agencies, media and in-house teams. Typical opportunities include graphic designer, branding and packaging designer, publication/editorial designer, art director and typographer, plus UX/interface and experience design roles. For animation and illustration pathways, roles may include 2D animator, storyboard artist, concept artist, commercial illustrator, motion graphics designer and interactive media artist, supported by a Bachelor degree in visual communication design.
Career outcome
Upon graduating from this program, you may be employed in roles such as arts administrator, designer craftspeople, graphic designer, multimedia specialist, photographer, exhibitions designer, and etc. in companies including Blue Fountain Media, Penguin Random House, MetaDesign, Firstborn, House Industries, and etc.Living Costs in Newcastle**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 22 - 29 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,199 - 1,586 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,079 - 1,427 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 8 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 267 - 353 |
Average Salary**
