Overview

The studio-first Bachelor of Design programme offered at Griffith University , registered by the Design Institute of Australia (DIA), cultivates high levels of design expertise. Our teaching staff are award-winning design professionals and educators, with experience across a wide range of design practices. Learn in innovative, creative studio spaces at the Queensland College of Art and Design and leverage unique opportunities in our world-class facilities, including galleries and purpose-built design studios.

Majors

Visual Communication Design
Interior Design
Product and User Experience Design

Career

Graduate prepared to join the ranks of adventurous designers changing the way we interact with our environment and enhancing the way we live. You'll gain the industry experience, networks and knowledge needed to succeed in cutting-edge design fields, opening opportunities for work in the fields of visual communication and graphic design, interior design, product and user experience design, content creation, digital web design, design management, design education, theatre, furniture design, and digital media.

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Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Spatial Design Cultures

Sustainable Interiors

3D Printed Prototypes for Design

Digital Modelling for Design

Typography and Layout

Design and Branding

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-22 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-11-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-19 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-03-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-09 00:00:00 , National

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International: We accept applications all year round

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

240 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Brisbane, Australia
Gold Coast, Australia

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

CRICOS code- 020086A

To be considered, applicants must apply via QTAC/UAC (or Internal Transfer for current Griffith University students).

Application is via ATAR/Rank. An optional portfolio admission pathway is also available for students who wish to instead demonstrate creative capability.

If applying via the optional portfolio pathway, visit the QCAD Portfolio Admission webpage for important dates and submission information.

Applicants who wish to be considered via the portfolio pathway must submit by the related close date and therefore have the opportunity to secure their place in an early round.

Selection for admission to this degree is made on the basis of academic merit or satisfactory portfolio and interview.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

38500 AUD / year

≈ 38500 AUD / year
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Citizens or residents

10800 AUD / year

≈ 10800 AUD / year
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Applies to you

Free

Additional Details

National students: Commonwealth supported places

Living costs

Brisbane

Australia

1402 - 2528 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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