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Master of Design

Masters.
Swinburne University of Technology

300

in world overall ranking*

32

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Master of Design at Swinburne develops advanced design capability through project-based study that strengthens your creative practice and professional approach. You’ll work with contemporary design methods and apply them to real-world problems, building a strong portfolio and industry-ready skills. Study is delivered at Hawthorn, supporting specialisation and progression in design practice at a master’s level. The programme advances creative direction, digital production, and design thinking for professional media and innovation-led studios.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across design-led industries where advanced creative thinking and strategic design skills are valued. Career paths may include designer, design strategist, UX/UI or service design roles, creative lead, and design consultant, working in studios, digital product teams, government and not-for-profits. The Master of Design supports progression to senior practice and leadership in design and visual art fields. Preparing graduates for creative direction, digital media production, and advanced design leadership roles.


Living Costs in Melbourne**


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

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$41,440 per year

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A$33,180 per year

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2 years

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February, July

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Hawthorn

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconSWINBURNE X CPA AUSTRALIA SCHOLARSHIP

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tick iconSWINBURNE X LINKEDIN INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM

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tick iconGEORGE SWINBURNE POSTGRADUATE STEM SCHOLARSHIP

30% of tuition fees

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