From fundamental design theory and core principles to advanced techniques, this in-depth program will teach you how to conceptualise and visually execute ideas across multiple media platforms, including digital media, using best-practice design principles. You’ll gain valuable expertise in pitching creative work to prospective clients - and you’ll have the ability to complement your studies with electives such as gaming, web, film, modelling, graphics or animation.

The Bachelor of Digital Design is an evolution of a traditional graphic design qualification which offers limited career prospects in a world that’s fuelled by the continual emergence of new digital tools and capabilities. Wholly designed for digital output, successful graduates of the Bachelor of Digital Design will be equipped with the fundamental knowledge and expertise to adapt to these changes, giving them a competitive edge for an extraordinary future.

Outcomes

Design skills for a new digital world. Be more than a designer

Design Principles & Techniques

Apply core design principles and advanced techniques to visually communicate ideas.
Design principles & techniques, imbue a story with colour, texture, layout & props.
Edit photography & film for multiple screen platforms.
Record, process and implement sound and learn the principles for effective sound design.

Digital Design fundamentals

How to create a user-centric interface for web and app design.
Create motion graphics & basic animation.
Design and develop animated characters, through timing, movement, composition, background art, texturing and lighting.
Design and create virtual worlds using best-practice principles.

Real-world

Work with speed & efficiency and collaborate effectively under real-world pressure on industry briefs.
Learn industry-standard software and applications.

Software

Learn industry-standard software

• Adobe InDesign
• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Premiere Pro
• Adobe Light room
• Adobe After Effects

Careers

94% of people cite web design as the reason they mistrusted or rejected a website

Design is a broad church, encompassing the skills and work that go into determining the “look” of…almost everything you see around you. And nowhere is that talent more important than the virtual world of digital interactive media, where the way a piece of information or entertainment is presented can mean the difference between engagement and being ignored.

It isn’t simply a technical career, either. Designers frequently liaise with clients, copywriters and other stakeholders, so there’s often a strong interpersonal element in these kinds of roles. Balancing the needs and wants of various stakeholders, while solving problems and producing the most creative and beautiful work – these are the challenges a designer faces.

Specific Roles

• Digital Designer
• Broadcast Designer
• Digital Content Producer
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Visual Effects Artist
• 3D Artist
• Game Artist
• Character Designer
• Creative Director
• Art Director
• Graphic Designer
• Illustrator
• Branding & Identity Designer
• Title Designer
• UX/UI or Web Interface Designer