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About the course
This Undergraduate Certificate in Design introduces foundational design concepts for people considering a career in design. You’ll complete four units and can gain credit that may support entry into Curtin’s Bachelor of Design and related degrees. The course offers a short, focused pathway to build confidence with core design principles and study skills in an Undergraduate Certificate in Design discipline context. The programme develops design, animation, visual storytelling, and digital media production for creative industries.
What you might learn
You’ll learn to apply design principles in different contexts, use critical and creative problem-solving to develop solutions, and communicate design concepts using appropriate technologies. The course also emphasises global and industry standards, respectful consideration of Indigenous perspectives, and professional practice skills for working independently and in teams as part of an Undergraduate Certificate in Design.
Career outcome
This course supports entry-level understanding of design practice and provides a pathway into further study such as Curtin’s Bachelor of Design. Graduates may be better prepared for paraprofessional work or study in areas that use design thinking, visual communication and digital tools. It is designed as a short Undergraduate Certificate in Design that can help you explore design careers and progress into degree-level specialisation. Preparing graduates for graphic design, multimedia production, advertising, and creative studio roles.
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