CUA50720

Diploma ofGraphic Design
Are you a creative thinker with a natural eye fordesign? Our Diploma of Graphic Design will equip
you with the key conceptual and technical skills
to communicate your ideas effectively acrossmultiple digital platforms.

COURSE LENGTH
1 year full-time (4 terms)
2 years part-time (8 terms)
Part-time option only available fordomestic students.

CAMPUS
Brisbane, Gold Coast, Melbourne and Sydney CBD

DELIVERY
Face-to-face, online1 and blended2

Enhance designawareness

Experttrainers

PracticalSkills

Industry
standard

in a collaborative,
studio-based environment.

with extensive designexperience.

combine problem solving
with technical skills.

learn using the mostup-to-date software.

INTAKE DATES
30 Jan 23

24 Apr 23

17 Jul 23

09 Oct 23

29 Jan 24

22 Apr 24

15 Jul 24

07 Oct 24

1. Up to one-third delivered online for overseas students
2. Blended option available to domestic students onlyNote:••••

Course and campus availability subject to demand.
One term is 9 weeks of study.
For a free assessment of your current English level, please go to www.apc.edu.au/applications/#entry-tests
For more info about our University pathways, visit www.apc.edu.au/courses/vocational-further-study-pathways/

Young Rabbit Pty Ltd (ABN 28 003 381 182) trading as Australian Pacific College | RTO Code: 90396 | CRICOS Code: 01331F
Virtu Design Institute Pty Ltd (ABN 31 154 273 757) trading as APC Design School | RTO Code: 40530 (for domestic students only)
APC Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design flyer_V1.6R_22NOV22

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTSASSESSMENTS

ACADEMIC - Successful completion of AustralianYear 11 or equivalent, or Certificate IV in a related
field and the submission of a sample of work
(portfolio) with 5-8 pieces of original creative work.

All APC vocational courses are assessed througha combination of assessment types that may
include short answer questions, studio projects,
essays, reports, group tasks, portfolios and/orpresentations.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY Overseas students - Successful completion of 8weeks of General English at Intermediate levelor equivalent (plus 80% attendance) at our sisterschool, English Unlimited, or 10 weeks at otherapproved providers.

Student visa holders: Face-to-face (up toone-third may be delivered online or by distance)

Domestic VSL - eligible students1 - Senior
Secondary Certificate of Education, or Certificate
IV level course delivered in English, or competency
at or above Exit Level 3 in the ACSF in both reading
and numeracy using an approved English test.

POSSIBLE JOB TITLES RELEVANT TO THISQUALIFICATIONPATHWAYS
Students who successfully complete the Diplomaof Graphic Design may continue onto the Advanced
Diploma of Graphic Design or other Advanced
Diploma courses at Australian Pacific College
and/or APC Design School (subject to prerequisiterequirements).

MODES OF DELIVERY

Domestic students (and other visas): Face-to-face,
online and blended options available.

Entry-level Graphic Designer
Junior First Design and Layout Assistant
Entry-level Typographer
Graphic Design Production Assistant
Entry-level Illustrator

8 SUBJECTSDesign Ideas

COURSE OVERVIEW & STRUCTURE
APC Design School’s Diploma of Graphic Design
combines the learning of technical, creative andconceptual skills to create graphic designs thatmeet client requirements and solve a range ofvisual communication challenges. Study at thislevel is underpinned by application of design
theory and practice and the ability to analyse andsynthesise information from a range of sources togenerate design solutions. Graphic designers workin many different commercial and community
contexts across both print and digital media.

COURSE FEESHOW TO PAY$10,000
Application fee: $150 for
overseas students

Direct debit or credit card
before start date.

Typography 1
Visual Communication History & Theory
Brand & Identity
2D & 3D Graphic Design
AdvertisingInteractive Design
Graphic Design Studio

VET Student Loans available
for eligible domestic students.1

Note: 1. For domestic students there are a number of ways you may choose to pay for your study at APC: Payment due prior
to the census date by direct debit or credit card or by applying for an income contingent loan from VET Student Loans. There
are specific student eligibility criteria to qualify for VET Student Loans. For more information on VET Student Loans and ourtuition fee schedules see our website apc.edu.au or contact the Department of Education and Training.
1800 020 108 | VETStudentLoans@dese.gov.au | https://www.dese.gov.au/vet-student-loans

International students: A temporary resident of Australia and/or a resident or citizen of any other country.
Domestic students: An Australian citizen or Australian permanent resident

Young Rabbit Pty Ltd (ABN 28 003 381 182) trading as Australian Pacific College | RTO Code: 90396 | CRICOS Code: 01331F
Virtu Design Institute Pty Ltd (ABN 31 154 273 757) trading as APC Design School | RTO Code: 40530 (for domestic students only)
APC Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design flyer_V1.6R_22NOV22

APC.EDU.AU | INFO@APC.EDU.AU
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CUA60320

Advanced Diplomaof Graphic Design
Enhance your graphic design skills with thisindustry-connected qualification. You’ll come awaywith the skills required to establish and negotiate
a design brief, manage design realisation andextend your typographic design expertise.

COURSE LENGTH
1 year full-time (4 terms)
2 years part-time (8 terms)
Part-time option only available fordomestic students.

CAMPUS
Brisbane, Gold Coast, Melbourne and Sydney CBD

DELIVERY
Face-to-face, online1 and blended2

Enhance designawareness

ProblemsolveWorkplacement

Impressive
portfolio

in a collaborative,studio-based environment.

complex briefs and visualcommunication problems.

to gain practical industry
experience

to wow future employers

INTAKE DATES
30 Jan 23

24 Apr 23

17 Jul 23

09 Oct 23

29 Jan 24

22 Apr 24

15 Jul 24

07 Oct 24

1. Up to one-third delivered online for overseas students
2. Blended option available to domestic students onlyNote:••••

Course and campus availability subject to demand.
One term is 9 weeks of study.
For a free assessment of your current English level, please go to www.apc.edu.au/applications/#entry-tests
For more info about our University pathways, visit www.apc.edu.au/courses/vocational-further-study-pathways/

Young Rabbit Pty Ltd (ABN 28 003 381 182) trading as Australian Pacific College | RTO Code: 90396 | CRICOS Code: 01331F
Virtu Design Institute Pty Ltd (ABN 31 154 273 757) trading as APC Design School | RTO Code: 40530 (for domestic students only)
APC Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design flyer_V1.6R_22NOV22

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

WORK PLACEMENTACADEMIC - Successful completion of the CUA50720
Diploma of Graphic Design or equivalent or submissionof sample of work (portfolio) with 5-8 pieces of original
creative work.

Work placement is a mandatory component of some APC
courses and qualifications including the Advanced Diplomaof Graphic Design. The work placement provides aframework that enables students to gain relevant working
experience while developing specialised knowledge andpractical skills in organisational learning and capability
development.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY Overseas students - Successful completion of 8 weeks
of General English at Upper Intermediate level orequivalent (plus 80% attendance) at our sister school,
English Unlimited, or 10 weeks at other approved
providers.
Domestic VSL - eligible students1 - Senior Secondary
Certificate of Education, or Certificate IV level course
delivered in English, or competency at or above Exit
Level 3 in the ACSF in both reading and numeracy using
an approved English test.

COURSE OVERVIEW & STRUCTURE
The Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design reflects therole of individuals who have highly specialised technical,
creative and conceptual skills in visual communication toconceive, negotiate and realise design solutions.
Practice at this level is underpinned by the application ofvisual communication and design theory and history andthe ability to critically analyse and synthesise informationfrom a range of sources. Advanced communication,organisational and project management skills are also
required. Practitioners may work in many different
commercial and community contexts across both printand digital media.

COURSE FEES
$10,000
Application fee: $150 for
overseas students

HOW TO PAY

Direct debit or credit card
before start date.
VET Student Loans available
for eligible domestic students.1

ASSESSMENTS
All APC vocational courses are assessed through acombination of assessment types that may include shortanswer questions, studio projects, essays, reports, group
tasks, portfolios and/or presentations.

The Work Placement takes place in the final term ofstudy. It requires between 120-135hrs of work placement,attendance at studio class and the completion ofassessment work. Specific subject requirements areoutlined in the individual course documents.
It is the students responsibility to find and secure a Host
Organisation for their Work Placement prior to the start oftheir final term. APC will support students with resources tosecure a Host Organisation prior to the Work Placement.

MODES OF DELIVERY
Student visa holders: Face-to-face (up to one-third may
be delivered online or by distance)
Domestic students (and other visas): Face-to-face, online
and blended options available.

POSSIBLE JOB TITLES RELEVANT TO THISQUALIFICATION
Graphic Designer
Multimedia Artist
Pre-press designer
Junior Art Director

Computer Finished Artist
Illustrator
Layout artist
Packaging Designer

7 SUBJECTSDesign Briefs
Typography 2
Packaging Design
Design for e-Business
Innovation
Signage and Wayfinding
Understanding the Graphic Design Workplace(Work Placement)

Note: 1. For domestic students there are a number of ways you may choose to pay for your study at APC: Payment due prior
to the census date by direct debit or credit card or by applying for an income contingent loan from VET Student Loans. There
are specific student eligibility criteria to qualify for VET Student Loans. For more information on VET Student Loans and ourtuition fee schedules see our website apc.edu.au or contact the Department of Education and Training.
1800 020 108 | VETStudentLoans@dese.gov.au | https://www.dese.gov.au/vet-student-loansInternational students: A temporary resident of Australia and/or a resident or citizen of any other country.
Domestic students: An Australian citizen or Australian permanent resident

Young Rabbit Pty Ltd (ABN 28 003 381 182) trading as Australian Pacific College | RTO Code: 90396 | CRICOS Code: 01331F
Virtu Design Institute Pty Ltd (ABN 31 154 273 757) trading as APC Design School | RTO Code: 40530 (for domestic students only)
APC Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design flyer_V1.6R_22NOV22

APC.EDU.AU | INFO@APC.EDU.AU
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