Australian National University (ANU)
3 years full-time
The Bachelor of Design is a three-year undergraduate program that combines digital innovation with traditional studio practices, preparing students to become creative professionals who can tackle complex design challenges through research-driven approaches and industry partnerships.
Applicants must have completed Australian Year 12 or equivalent secondary education qualification. All applicants must meet English language proficiency requirements. Domestic applicants are assessed on their Selection Rank and academic qualifications. International applicants must demonstrate equivalent qualifications. All applicants are required to submit a portfolio and participate in an interview through the ANU School of Art and Design application portal.
The program requires 144 units of study including seven compulsory design courses covering visual communication, design thinking, and design studio practice. Students complete a minimum of 42 units in compulsory courses including Visual Communication, Contemporary Design in Context, History and Ethics for Design, Design Thinking methodologies, and three Design Studio courses. Additional requirements include foundation courses in drawing and model making, a minimum of 24 units in specialized design courses such as Digital Form and Fabrication, Creative Code, Data Visualization, Web Design, Design Fiction, Typography, Physical Computing, and Sustainable Design. Students also complete 12 units in Visual Arts, up to 12 units in interdisciplinary concepts from fields like anthropology, philosophy, and environmental science, and 48 units of elective courses.
ANU is Australia's national university and ranks among the world's finest institutions. The program is delivered by the internationally renowned School of Art and Design, combining research-driven approaches with industry partnerships. The curriculum emphasizes contemporary design practices, ethical considerations, and sustainable approaches to design challenges. Students benefit from access to cutting-edge facilities, expert faculty, and a diverse student community representing global perspectives.
Graduates of the Bachelor of Design pursue diverse careers in creative industries including object design, visual communication, data visualization, user experience design, graphic design, web design, interface design, design thinking, and strategic design. Graduates work in design studios, tech companies, creative agencies, government organizations, and as independent practitioners. The program prepares students for roles in emerging design fields and positions them for further postgraduate study in specialized design disciplines.
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