Design a future of creativity with our versatile Bachelor of Design.
Study a Bachelor of Design
Shape how we experience the world with a Bachelor of Design from UC. Whether you're passionate about problem-solving, innovation, or creativity, our design degree equips you to create solutions for real-world challenges.
Specialise in your passion
Tailor your studies to suit your interests with specialisations that allow you to focus on what drives your creativity:
- Interaction Design
- Game Development
- Visual Communication Design
- Industrial Design
Plus, with the flexibility of our 100% online Bachelor of Design (Interaction Design), you have the freedom to study from anywhere.
Future-focused and hands-on
Our Bachelor of Design is designed to empower the next generation of creatives. You'll combine your natural creativity with essential design principles and get hands-on with emerging technologies and the latest tools. Apply your skills through Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities, ensuring you're workplace-ready and well-connected with the industry.
Graduate as a confident, contemporary designer, ready to create engaging, impactful design experiences that meet the needs of users and businesses alike.
Study your way
Study your way with online learning options available for our Interaction Design specialisation.
Adobe Creative Campus
Study with the tools you need to excel, at Canberra's first Adobe Creative Campus.
Industry connected
Connect with industry to build your professional network.
Study your way
Study your way with online learning options available for our Interaction Design specialisation.
Adobe Creative Campus
Study with the tools you need to excel, at Canberra's first Adobe Creative Campus.
Industry connected
Connect with industry to build your professional network.
Learn the skills to craft visually appealing graphics that communicate key messages.
Gain an in-depth understanding of design thinking to problem-solve real-world challenges.
Explore user-centric design principles to create engaging experiences across a range of mediums.
Engage with emerging technologies and leading design programs.
Expand your network and engage with a variety of industry leaders via UC’s Work Integrated Learning (WIL).
You can study a Bachelor of Design at UC in one of three ways:
Online
All course units delivered fully online.
- Bachelor of Design (Interaction Design)
Blended
In person
UC is Canberra’s first Adobe Creative Campus, offering full, FREE access to Adobe Express! All UC students can use Adobe Express for free, while students in creative disciplines can also gain free access to Adobe Creative Cloud.
Whether you’re telling a story through visuals, building a portfolio or exploring new creative possibilities, you’ll have the resources to turn ideas into reality. Plus, you can earn badges that will help you stand out to potential employers! Upskill in Adobe by taking a short training course that demonstrates your skills in visual design, social media and more.
When you study Design at UC, you’re placing yourself in an industry that’s booming with job prospects and opportunities for qualified professionals across a variety of sectors.
Designed to give you a comprehensive understanding of design principles with the backing of industry-standard practice, you’ll graduate with the confidence to hit the ground running.
Education for everyone
Top 10 in the world for reducing inequalities.
(THE Impact Rankings, 2024)
High starting salaries
5-star ranking for starting salary in Creative Arts.
(GUG, 2024)
Hands-on learning
#1 in Canberra for learning resources.
(GUG, 2024)
Education for everyone
Top 10 in the world for reducing inequalities.
(THE Impact Rankings, 2024)
High starting salaries
5-star ranking for starting salary in Creative Arts.
(GUG, 2024)
Hands-on learning
#1 in Canberra for learning resources.
(GUG, 2024)
Career outlook
UC’s Bachelor of Design graduates may find themselves in any of the following positions:
- Designer
- Graphic designer
- Interaction designer
- UX (User Experience) designer
- UI (User Interface) designer
- Digital designer
- Usability researcher
- Information architect
- Content strategist
- Web designer/developer
- Web/mobile designer
- Game Developer
- Game Programmer
Ready to let your creativity take flight with a Bachelor of Design at UC? Download a brochure or speak to our staff via email or over the phone.
Have your questions answered, including:
- Whether this the right course for you
- How to apply
- Costs and fees
- Commencement date
