TAFE SA
12 months
An advanced qualification for experienced designers to master complex design projects across print and digital media, including packaging, advertising, and typography. Perfect for those ready to advance their career as a professional graphic or multimedia designer.
Applicants must have completed a Diploma of Graphic Design or possess previous professional experience in the design industry. A Language, Literacy and Numeracy Assessment (LLND) is required. Alternatively, applicants can submit a portfolio providing evidence of ability to apply visual communication history and theory, produce professional typography, create graphic designs for two and three dimensional applications, and create complex publication layouts. Intermediate computer skills and good communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills are essential.
The course integrates both print and digital media applications of design. Core subjects include Design Studio, Advanced Typography, Design Business, Photo Imaging, Packaging Design, Advertising, Marketing, and Portfolio Creation. Students complete 6 core units covering professional creative collaboration, graphic design business, design brief negotiation, typographic expertise, design realisation, and complex brief origination. Nine elective units are available including multiplatform advertising, innovative product design, communications industry knowledge, advertising concepts, packaging design, built environment graphics, specialist creative fields, creative body of work, and 3D design processes.
TAFE SA is a leading vocational education provider in South Australia with strong industry connections. The Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design is delivered at the Adelaide College of the Arts, a dedicated creative facility. 90% of TAFE SA graduates are satisfied with the overall quality of training, and 87% would recommend their training. The course integrates real-world projects in conjunction with design industry partners, ensuring students gain practical, market-relevant skills and professional experience.
Graduates are prepared for advanced roles in the creative industries including Graphic Designer, Web and Multimedia Designer, Motion Designer, Illustrator, and Advertising Creative Team Member positions. The qualification positions graduates to lead design projects, manage client briefs, and specialise in areas such as packaging design, advertising, digital media, or brand identity. Career opportunities exist across design studios, advertising agencies, publishing companies, and as independent design professionals.
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