Diploma of Graphic Design

About the course

This Diploma of Graphic Design develops creative and technical skills to design and deliver contemporary visual communication across digital and print media. You’ll explore how evolving digital technologies shape communication and learn to produce innovative media solutions. Study on campus or online across multiple CQUniversity locations, building a practical portfolio for work in graphic design and related creative industries at diploma level. The programme trains digital design tools, visual production, and portfolio development for creative workplaces.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue entry-level roles across creative and communication industries where visual content is central. Career paths may include graphic designer, publishing or production support, photography and image-making roles, social media content management, corporate communications support, learning design assistance, and work in advertising or marketing teams. Outcomes align with a diploma-level pathway into professional practice in design and visual communication. Preparing graduates for junior designer, production assistant, and multimedia support roles, or degree articulation.

Living Costs in Brisbane**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,467 - 1,940	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,073 - 1,419
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 237 - 314

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)