Overview

Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of graphic design where you'll master digital design, typography, branding, and packaging. From ideation to prototyping, develop your skills and create impactful designs using cutting-edge software. Find your unique creative voice and thrive in the ever-evolving landscape of contemporary graphic design.
Duration
12 months (3 trimesters, 576 hours)
Schedule
Full-time *, Daytime
Language of Instruction
English
Mode of Delivery
On-campus
Next session starts September 15, 2025

About the Course

Cultivate Graphic Design expertise spanning digital design, print, typography, commercial branding, and packaging.

Hone skills across conceptualisation to prototyping and user testing.

Craft impactful design solutions through proficiency in cutting-edge software.

Discover your unique creative identity and navigate the ever-evolving realm of modern graphic design.

Successful completion of this Diploma will qualify you for credit to be applied on further study in the relevant major specialisation of LCI Melbourne’s Bachelor of Design Arts course.

Opportunities

Purpose-built facilities and equipment

Benefit from specialised resources, like:

  • 3D printer
  • Computer lab
  • Printing and scanning equipment

Enjoy spacious classrooms and use cutting-edge tools to enhance creativity, gaining practical skills with industry-standard equipment and technology.

Admissions Criteria

  • Local applicants

    • Completed Year 12 or equivalent*,

    • Creative Interview (30 min).

    ATAR scores are not considered in applications. Unscored VCE (or equivalent) is accepted for entry.

    *Contact us to discuss Year 12 equivalencies.

     

    Find out more about new exemptions for Year 12 applicants via VTAC

  • International applicants

    Same as local applicants*, plus proof of English Language Proficiency:

    • IELTS overall score of 6.0, with no skills band lower than 5.5, or,

    • TOEFL, Pearson Test of English, CAE, or other IELTS 6.0 equivalent.

    *Contact us to discuss Year 12 equivalency.

    Must be 18+ years of age at commencement of course.

List of Units

Trimester One

Graphic Design Studio 1 (STGD1)
History & Culture (CXT111)
Design Fundamentals (COM111)

Trimester Two

Graphic Design Studio 2 (STGD2)
Social Trend Forecasting (AXC121)
Digital Communication (COM222)

Trimester Three

Graphic Design Studio 3 (STGD3)
Future Context (CXT333)
Practice (COM333)

 

Inspiring stories

Empower your ambition with our students' success stories. Unlock a career that lives up to your aspirations.

Woman Smiling in a Garden
Stepping into a world of boundless inspiration 
Finding my creative fulfillment by Teagin Moss