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Diploma of Design and Architecture (Standard), Leading to Bachelor of Design in Visual Communication UTS College UTS College, Australia

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AUD 38000

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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 Free

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36 months

Duration

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6

IELTS

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72

TOEFL

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60%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Diploma of Design and Architecture

The Diploma of Design and Architecture prepares you for the complete range of exciting degrees offered by the UTS Faculty of Design, Architecture and Building. Our student community enjoy a connected and collaborative learning environment, with a strong emphasis on practical design skills, creative thinking and concept generation.

There are two distinct streams offered: Architecture and Design. You will have the chance to study a combination of visual and spatial design, while taking core subjects in line with those offered at the UTS School of Architecture and the UTS School of Design.
 

Leading to: Bachelor of Design in Visual Communication

This course is tailored for aspiring visual communication professionals seeking to master the interplay of design, culture, and media. Choose this course to gain a comprehensive understanding of visual communication's history, practice, and significance, equipping you with the skills to navigate the evolving landscape of visual technology and media.

What sets this course apart is its socially responsible practice-oriented approach within a studio-based environment, offering interdisciplinary studies in typography, interaction, and image-making. You'll benefit from a dedicated studio space and instruction from industry experts, covering a broad spectrum from visual culture theory to advanced creative digital work.

You will develop a robust skill set, including digital media, interaction design, photography, editorial design, and more, using both traditional and experimental research methods. The course emphasizes real-world problem-solving, collaboration, and industry engagement, preparing you to articulate and apply design practices effectively.

Learning occurs through hands-on studio work, theoretical exploration, and collaborative projects with industry clients, ensuring you graduate with relevant experience and the ability to work across various disciplines. This prepares you for careers in digital media, graphic design, user experience design, web design, visual identity, motion graphics, and beyond, as well as roles in research, editing, and design thinking in various sectors.

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Additional Information

Program Level Undergraduate Pathway

College/University Processing Time 30 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Study Work Rights (PSWR) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Jun 2025, Sep 2025

Closed

Feb 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard XII Higher Secondary Certificate.

    6 IELTS Score
    72 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    54 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

    The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    38000

    Tuition Fee
    (AUD)

     Free

    Application Fee
    (AUD)

    29710 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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    Scholarships

    UTS College Scholarships

    As part of our ongoing commitment to educating the world’s future leaders, UTS College is proud to offer a wide range of scholarships for both new and continuing students. Whether you’re an international or domestic student, please note that our scholarships are always evolving. If you can’t find what you’re looking for or have a question about our scholarships you can ask us here.


    Scholarships For international students

    UTS Academic Excellence International Scholarship This scholarship is available to high performing UTS Foundation Studies or Pre-Master’s Program students enrolling in an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework programs respectively at UTS in Sydney in 2025 or 2026.
    MEDIBANK International Education Scholarship UTS College and our partner MEDIBANK International are delighted to reward the top two full-time international students undertaking UTS College courses, who hold MEDIBANK International comprehensive Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) that was requested through UTS College.
    UTS Academic Merit International Scholarship - South Asia This scholarship is available to international students from Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka completing any UTS College academic program and who enrol in an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework program at UTS in Sydney in 2025 or 2026.
    Pathway Scholarship to UTS The Pathway Scholarship to UTS supports high-achieving international students who are currently studying a UTS College diploma and wish to complete their undergraduate study at UTS.

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