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AQF Level 5

Diploma of Design

CRICOS 097895J

Deakin College in VIC offers Diploma of Design, a AQF Level 5 program. The program runs for 1 year.

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Government data

Duration
1 year
Qualification level
AQF Level 5

Fees & payment

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HECS-HELP (Commonwealth supported place)

This is a Commonwealth supported place — the government pays part of your tuition directly, and HECS-HELP lets you defer your remaining student contribution as an income-contingent loan. Available to eligible domestic students only.

There is no guarantee the cost of a course will be under the HELP loan limit.

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Entry requirements and how you'll study

Deakin College offers Diploma of Design. It runs for 1 year in VIC.

The price on this page is what Deakin College has published for Diploma of Design. It may be a local fee, an overseas fee, or a funded amount. Books, exams, and a funded place can cost more, so ask what you would pay.

Entry requirements

Deakin College has not listed entry rules for Diploma of Design. Ask them about past study, English, and any interview before you apply.

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About this course

Here is what the Diploma of Design qualification offered by Deakin College covers and who it is designed for.

The Diploma of Design has been produced to provide a broad sample of different areas within the field for people with or without a background in design. While building valuable design experience and technical know-how, you will also collaborate in dynamic learning environments and design studios, exploring such topics as client needs, problem solving and the nature of trends.

With successful completion of this diploma, you can receive credits for the subjects you complete and  gain  entry into the second year of a Bachelor degree.

Learning outcomes:

  • Build a foundation of general knowledge that will serve you across all disciplines.
  • Work with an array of media and tools in a range of styles.
  • Experiment to discover your own personal design aesthetic.
  • Discover the specific areas of design you wish to pursue further in your study.

Note: This course is also available at our Brisbane and Melbourne campuses. Flexible study options are available including On-campus, Online or a Hybrid of both.