Bachelor of Arts (Graphic Design)

What is this course about?

CSU's Bachelor of Arts (Graphic Design) course encompasses a diverse range of disciplines and develops creative, theoretical and technical design skills.

About the course

The Bachelor of Arts (Graphic Design) at CSU is tailored in response to the demands of industry and the aspirations of highly motivated students.

During the course, students are encouraged to develop creative, theoretical and technical skills with a focus on aesthetic and professional understanding.

Diversity underpins the structure of the course with a cross-section of specific subjects covering all aspects of design, advertising and new media - including web and video applications. The course is available by distance education.

Course components

The Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design at Charles Sturt University is a three-year undergraduate course with an option to study Honours in the fourth year. The course is structured in such way as to offer students a flexible platform for learning with an even mix of core subjects, contextual subjects and minor studio electives.

Thirteen core subjects including digital design, experimental design, design for industry and digital design make up over 50% of the course. These examine the different aspects of graphic design - the techniques, the process and the technology.

Contextual subjects including visual communication, aspects of design and media: history and society look at the research, theory and history that build up the students' background knowledge and approach to design, media and communication.

Work experience program

On campus students receive hands-on experience through an extensive work experience program in second and third year. In third year students are also required to work collaboratively with small clients and/or non-profit organisations researching, designing and developing a variety of promotional strategies and awareness campaigns for their client.

Professionals teaching you

Dedicated professionals with a wide range of teaching and industry experience teach the course.

Campus

Wagga Wagga

Duration

  • 3 years full-time on campus
  • 6 years part-time on campus
  • 6 years distance education

Admission rank cut-offs

65.00

CRICOS code

000638F

Graduation requirements

To graduate, students must satisfactorily complete 192 points (24 subjects).

Course structure

More information about subjects and course structure.

Career opportunities

Ready to make a real difference to the world? Discover more about where this course could take you.

Admission requirements

To study this course, you will need to indicate your likelihood of success through previous studies and other attainments and experience.

Cost of study

When weighing up the costs of study, consider the benefits of having the qualification you need to achieve your personal and professional goals.

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At a glance

Study Mode

On campus; Distance education

Where

Wagga Wagga

When

Session 1; Session 2

Level

Undergraduate

Duration

  • 3 years full-time on campus
  • 6 years part-time on campus
  • 6 years distance education

International?

YES

Indicative ATAR

65.00

How to apply

Admission code/s

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