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SponsoredGraphic Design: TransformGraphic Design: Transform | CUA50720 Diploma of Graphic DesignDiploma of Graphic Design | CUA50715 Graphic Design Pathway ProgramGraphic Design Pathway Program | ||
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| The duration for the course is maximum 27 months. As a self-paced online course, the time it will take you to complete is flexible and dependent on ability and time available. | |
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N/A | This course does not require specific formal education qualifications. However, you must be a minimum of 18 years old to enrol. At Open Colleges, we’re passionate about helping you choose courses that are a perfect fit for your individual goals and aspirations. Please note that this course is not open to student visa holders. For personalised assistance and more information, please enquire now. | Mandatory local entry requirements Students need to be able to demonstrate and/or provide evidence of their graphic design skills and ability. Students need to be able to:
Successful completion of D0121 Graphic Design Essentials will provide you with the knowledge and skills to meet this entry requirement. If you already have knowledge and skills (from working or prior education) then you may be eligible to enrol directly in CUA50720 Diploma of Graphic Design and you should speak with an Enrolment Consultant about the direct entry requirements. Recommended local entry requirements
To successfully complete this course, students will require the following basic computing skills on enrolment. This includes:
It is also highly desirable that entrants have:
It is recommended that a student achieves the following ACSF levels to successfully complete this course and be able to learn effectively in a self-paced online environment:
If the student is still concerned about whether they have the skills to complete the course, they will be referred to Admissions as part of the enrolment process to complete a formal LLN assessment through BKSB. If the student does not achieve the recommended ACSF levels, their application will be sent to the Education Manager to determine if Open Colleges has the required level of support services available to support the needs of the student. In some cases, the student may be referred to an external provider such as their local TAFE to complete additional foundation skills training before being enrolled into the course. Minimum age You will need to be at least 18 years old. Equipment and tools This course requires you to have access to a specific tools, equipment, and resources. Software Requirement (This is Mandatory Material) This course requires the use of design industry software. You will need access to the Adobe Creative Suite, which can be purchased on subscription through the Adobe Creative Cloud (ACC). The ACC subscription is not included in the course fee. Student subscriptions are available at a reduced price. IT Requirements It is recommended that students have the following hardware and additional software: Operating System
Note: (Microsoft Office 365 can only guarantee support on the current release of Mac OS, plus two previous versions. Older versions may work but may have issues) Processor: 2 GHz or faster, 2-core Memory: 8GB of RAM or higher z916GB recommended) Hard Drive Space: 2 GB free disk space Browser: Chrome is the preferred browser for students Software
Internet Connection DSL, Cable, or Satellite with at least 2mbps upload speed Note: it is strongly recommended that you have access to the Internet from home. Expecting to access your course from your work internet or a public network like a library or coffee shop may be impractical due to your average weekly study hours. Printer/Scanner: Access to printing/scanning devices or facilities may be required for certain course activities Peripherals
E-mail capability Access to e-mail through an e-mail program or web-based e-mail system (e.g., Gmail, Hotmail, Mail for Android or Mail for iOS apps) Access to others Students will need to work with one or two other people to participate in video or audio roleplays. It is the responsibility of the student to find their own suitable role-play participants. Language, literacy and numeracy Our free online assessment tool can help give you an idea of the language, literacy and numeracy skills needed to study a VET course. This tool can also help you determine your learning level and help you plan your future studies. | |
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Course Overview
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The demand for Graphic Designers is expanding, with over 1,250 roles available in Australia and the field set to grow by 12.9%1 over the next 5 years. This Graphic Design course is highly practical, immersive and will get you industry-ready faster than other traditional courses, quickly transforming your creative instincts into the tangible skill-set employers are searching for.
| Our nationally recognised CUA50720 Diploma of Graphic Design is designed to combine the technical, creative and conceptual skills you need to create designs that meet client requirements. You’ll learn the fundamentals of graphic design, and move to the more advanced practices of digital design, as well as UX, branding and freelancing. Design is a rapidly changing market and Designers must learn quickly to adapt to new trends in technology. There is expected to be very strong growth in the 5 years to November 2026, with around 14,000 (or 22% growth) new roles expected to be required. | Make your dream of a graphic design career a reality with Open Colleges’ Graphic Design Pathway. The course is designed for those with no experience, but who have a passion for design and want to launch a career as a Graphic Designer. The CUA50720 Diploma of Graphic Design trains you in all aspects of graphic design, which you will need to step into a role as a Junior Graphic or Digital Designer, Freelance Designer or Content Developer. Learn how to combine technical, creative and conceptual skills to create designs that meet client requirements and solve a range of visual communication challenges. It is designed to get you job-ready, so all assessments are created with a real-world focus to get you used to dealing with different types of design briefs and graphic design roles, which you will face when you graduate. During the course, you will develop a portfolio of work which showcases your skills, ideas, and creativity, as well as your ability to meet client briefs. You can use this portfolio when approaching potential employers and clients. | |
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Our mission is to transform the world through education by empowering a community of changemakers with the skills to create waves of change and build a future-ready career or business. To answer the insatiable demand for design and technology capabilities across all industries, we run practical, industry-relevant courses, in Human-Centred Design (UX, UI, Graphic Design and Service Design), Business and Marketing (Agile, Digital Growth Marketing, Product Management and Data Analytics), and New and Emerging Tech (Mixed Reality Design). Designed and taught by passionate industry experts, our courses empower people and teams with the skills and confidence to stay ahead of the industry curve, build a future-ready career and transform their lives. | Open Colleges puts you at the centre of everything we do. As an institution, we measure our success in the success of our students. We have more than 125 years of experience in distance education, and this has given us the time to perfect the ways we deliver education and training to people across Australia. In the last decade alone, we’ve helped more than 450,000 students reach their potential. We understand the needs of adult learners. That’s why we created OpenSpace, our world-class online learning platform that gives you complete flexibility and control to study whenever and wherever you are. OpenSpace provides you with access to learning resources, expert trainers and assessors, a superior support network and the opportunity to connect with other learners just like you. Our nationally recognised courses could help you launch, change or accelerate your career. Now is the time to make your next move. With Open Colleges, everything could happen. Open Colleges Pty Ltd is a Registered Training Organization (RTO 90796) | Open Colleges puts you at the centre of everything we do. As an institution, we measure our success in the success of our students. We have more than 125 years of experience in distance education, and this has given us the time to perfect the ways we deliver education and training to people across Australia. In the last decade alone, we’ve helped more than 450,000 students reach their potential. We understand the needs of adult learners. That’s why we created OpenSpace, our world-class online learning platform that gives you complete flexibility and control to study whenever and wherever you are. OpenSpace provides you with access to learning resources, expert trainers and assessors, a superior support network and the opportunity to connect with other learners just like you. Our nationally recognised courses could help you launch, change or accelerate your career. Now is the time to make your next move. With Open Colleges, everything could happen. Open Colleges Pty Ltd is a Registered Training Organization (RTO 90796) |
SponsoredGraphic Design: Transform | CUA50720 Diploma of Graphic Design | CUA50715 Graphic Design Pathway Program |