Diploma of Interior Design in Brisbane

Graduate Certificate in Design

Graduate Certificate

South Bank, Gold Coast

The Graduate Certificate in Design will introduce you to concepts and issues related to emerging design practice, strategies and business.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for admission to the Graduate Certificate in Design, applicants must:

hold a non-related bachelor degree from a recognised University (or another tertiary education institution of equivalent standing)
OR have completed a minimum of four years industrial experience with the Design industry.

Note: Degrees from overseas institutions must be assessed as equivalent to a recognised Australian qualification.

Duration

0.5 year full-time, 1 year part-time

Study Mode

In person

Domestic Tuition Fees

$12,250 per year / $12,250 total

International Tuition Fees

$17,250 per year / $17,250 total

Bachelor of Design

Bachelor

Sunshine Coast, Moreton Bay

Discover your creativity and develop your critical thinking through experimentation in an inclusive, exploratory environment. Design plays an increasingly important role in the world, with opportunities to specialise in interactive media, digital culture, game design or visual communication.

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

For entry into most USC undergraduate degree programs, you need to have completed a minimum level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades.

Further studies, for example, a semester or more at college or university, can also be considered for entry and may give you credit transfer towards a degree.

Some examples of upper secondary qualifications and a guide to the minimum grades that USC will consider are listed here. These are minimum requirements and do not guarantee entry. Some programs may require higher grades. Alternative qualifications may also be considered on a case by case basis.

If your qualification (grouped by country) is not listed, send the qualification transcripts with your application form to the International Office for assessment.

English language requirements

If English is not your first language, you also need to meet the minimum English language requirements for your chosen program. If you do not meet the minimum requirements, you may like to enrol in one of our English Language Programs.

Minimum entry threshold

Applicants must meet the minimum ATAR/Rank.


Location	ATAR/Rank
Sunshine Coast	52.00
Moreton Bay	52.00
Online	52.00

Recommended prior study: English

Duration

3 years full-time

Study Mode

Online, In person

Domestic Tuition Fees

$24,400 per year / $13,798 total

International Tuition Fees

$73,200 total

ATAR

52

Bachelor of Design

Bachelor

South Bank, Gold Coast

If you're passionate about contemporary design opportunities and designing for a sustainable future, this degree will equip you with the creative and technical skills and insights to rise to future design challenges.

Entry Requirements

The University's Undergraduate Programs Admission Policy will apply.

Prior OP students: Applicants who graduated with an OP in or before 2019 can apply to Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA) for an ATAR statement. For more information visit qcaa.qld.edu.au/senior/australian-tertiary-admission-rank-atar.

Effective from 2024

Prerequisites

Portfolio and interview

Assumed knowledge

Any General or Applied English subject (Units 3&4, C)

Duration

3 years full-time, 6 years part-time

Study Mode

In person

Domestic Tuition Fees

$31,500 per year / $94,500 total

International Tuition Fees

$31,500 per year / $94,500 total

ATAR

63

Graduate Satisfaction

70.40%

Master of Design

Masters (Coursework)

South Bank, Gold Coast

The Master of Design (MDes) is an exploration of 21st century creative practices suited to current or emerging designers who wish to complement their existing skills with concepts, strategies, and technologies to solve complex problems in business, government and communities.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for admission to the Master of Design, applicants must:

hold a Bachelor degree in non-related discipline from a recognised tertiary institution
OR hold a Bachelor degree or a Graduate Certificate (or higher) in a related discipline from a recognised tertiary institution - these students will be eligible for 40 credit points of advanced standing
OR hold a Graduate Diploma of Design or a Bachelor Honours degree in a related discipline from a recognised tertiary institution - these students will be eligible for 80 credit points of advanced standing
OR have a combination of alternative admission criteria such as formal, informal and non-formal learning deemed to be equivalent to either of the above - these students may be eligible for 10 to 80 credit points of advanced standing
AND provide a brief personal statement of 2-3 paragraphs outlining:
1. Why you want to study a Master of Design and
2. A description of the research and/or practical projects that you would like to undertake during the study with reference to the courses and topics in the program that attract your interest.

Duration

2 years full-time, 4 years part-time

Study Mode

In person

Domestic Tuition Fees

$24,500 per year / $49,000 total

International Tuition Fees

$34,500 per year / $69,000 total

Bachelor of Design/Bachelor of Business

Bachelor

South Bank, Nathan, Gold Coast

This double degree enables students to combine business management skills with a studio major, developing core competencies such as critical and analytical thinking, business communication and decision-making.

Entry Requirements

The University's Undergraduate Programs Admission Policy will apply.

Prior OP students: Applicants who graduated with an OP in or before 2019 can apply to Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA) for an ATAR statement. For more information visit qcaa.qld.edu.au/senior/australian-tertiary-admission-rank-atar.

Duration

4 years full-time, 8 years part-time

Study Mode

In person

Domestic Tuition Fees

$31,000 per year / $124,000 total

International Tuition Fees

$31,000 per year / $124,000 total

ATAR

65

Graduate Satisfaction

70.40%

Diploma of Interior Design and Decoration

Diploma

Ultimo Campus, Sydney, Surry Hill, Sydney, Torrens University Language Centre, Sydney, Fitzroy Campus, Melbourne, Flinders Street Campus, Melbourne, Fortitude Valley Campus, Brisbane, Gotha Street Campus, Brisbane

A Diploma of Interior Design and Decoration provides the technical skills, industry knowledge and understanding of design processes that shape the environments in which we live, work, shop and eat.

Intake Months

Sep, Oct

Duration

12 months part-time

Study Mode

In person, Online

Graduate Satisfaction

83.20%

Bachelor of Interior Design (Commercial)

Bachelor

Ultimo Campus, Sydney, Surry Hill, Sydney, Torrens University Language Centre, Sydney, Fitzroy Campus, Melbourne, Flinders Street Campus, Melbourne, Fortitude Valley Campus, Brisbane, Gotha Street Campus, Brisbane

A Bachelor of Interior Design (Commercial) provides the knowledge required to design the ever-changing features of our commercial environments, such as retail, hotels, restaurants, nightclubs and workspaces.

Intake Months

Sep, Oct

Duration

6 years full-time, 2 years part-time

Study Mode

In person, Online

Graduate Satisfaction

83.20%

Diploma of Design

Diploma

Ultimo Campus, Sydney, Surry Hill, Sydney, Torrens University Language Centre, Sydney, Fitzroy Campus, Melbourne, Flinders Street Campus, Melbourne, Fortitude Valley Campus, Brisbane, Gotha Street Campus, Brisbane

A Diploma of Design lets you a sample a range of specialist areas within design, such as graphic design, digital design, video production, interior design and fashion.

Intake Months

Sep, Oct

Duration

6 months part-time

Study Mode

In person, Online

Graduate Satisfaction

83.20%

Bachelor of Interior Design (Residential)

Bachelor

Ultimo Campus, Sydney, Surry Hill, Sydney, Torrens University Language Centre, Sydney, Fitzroy Campus, Melbourne, Flinders Street Campus, Melbourne, Fortitude Valley Campus, Brisbane, Gotha Street Campus, Brisbane

A Bachelor of Interior Design (Residential) teaches you practical design skills and essential theory to help you respond to contemporary living challenges. You will graduate with a strong foundation of design best practice, prepared to embark on a creative career as an interior designer.

Intake Months

Sep, Oct

Duration

6 years full-time, 2 years part-time

Study Mode

In person, Online

Graduate Satisfaction

83.20%

Bachelor of Design - International (Architecture)

Bachelor

Gardens Point

Architecture at QUT is recognised internationally for innovation and sustainable development. This course combines your architecture degree with a year of international studies.

Entry Requirements

Prerequisites

Satisfactory completion of Year 12 in an Australian school system or equivalent.

Intake Months

Jul

Duration

4 years full-time, 8 years part-time

Study Mode

In person

ATAR

87

Graduate Satisfaction

72.30%