* Textbooks
Entry requirements:
Upper Secondary Education Graduation Diploma Year 12 with 5.5 average in 4 academic subjects
English language requirements:
Other requirements: No
The Diploma of Design pathways into a range of creative degrees at Griffith’s Queensland College of Art (QCA). Throughout the program, you will be immersed in the core fundamentals of design for areas such as graphic design, visualisation design, studio art, 3D design, interior design and more. All programs have an industry focus underpinned by a strong theoretical grounding.
The Diploma of Design will develop your manual and technological skills, design thinking capability, and problem defining and solving skills, ensuring you are well prepared to succeed in your industry focused specialisation at Griffith University.
If you do not meet the English language requirements you can undertake an English intensive course at Griffith English Language Institute (GELI) prior to commencing your Griffith College program.
The Direct Entry Program is your pathway to a Griffith University degree or Griffith College diploma. Build your English skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking, and at higher levels, practise academic skills. You won’t need to submit an English test score if you complete this program at the English level needed for your chosen degree or diploma.
Duration: The number of weeks you undertake study depends on your current English language proficiency
Start dates: With classes starting every five weeks, you can choose to start your English classes when it suits you best.
Tuition fee: Tuition fees for the Direct Entry Program will vary depending on the number of weeks you are enrolled.
Pathway to Griffith University |
Griffith University campus |
Credit granted |
GPA requirement for progression |
Bachelor of Architectural Design |
Gold Coast
|
30/40 CP
|
4.0 |
Bachelor of Creative and Interactive Media |
Gold Coast, Nathan, South Bank (Brisbane) |
50 CP |
4.0 |
Bachelor of Design Majors: Graphic and Communication Design; Interior Design and Environments; Product and 3D Design; and Visualisation and Immersive Design |
Gold Coast, South Bank (Brisbane) |
80 CP |
4.0 |
Bachelor of Design / Bachelor of Business |
Coast, South Bank (Brisbane) |
50/60 CP |
4.0 |
Bachelor of Fine Art |
South Bank (Brisbane) |
40 CP+ |
4.0 |
Bachelor of Photography |
South Bank (Brisbane) |
40 CP |
4.0 |
No Course!
Graphic design, interior design, product design, digital design and media, design management, film and television.