Diploma of Graphic Design

About the course

Develop practical graphic design skills and creative, critical thinking through studio-based projects and applied learning. You’ll explore visual communication across print and digital contexts, building capability in design process, concept development and production workflows. The program is delivered on campus at Brunswick and is designed as a vocational Diploma in graphic design. The programme trains digital design tools, visual production, and portfolio development for creative workplaces.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue entry-level roles supporting visual communication projects for businesses, agencies and in-house creative teams. Typical pathways include junior graphic designer or graphic designer roles, assisting with layout, branding collateral, basic digital assets and production-ready artwork. This vocational Diploma supports employment in the graphic design and visual communication industry. Preparing graduates for junior designer, production assistant, and multimedia support roles, or degree articulation.

Living Costs in Melbourne**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)