Course overview
If design is your passion, this flexible degree offers exciting majors that will develop your practical skills in a global context, so you can take your career anywhere in the world.
Throughout the three-year program you will learn through project-based activities and have the opportunity to work together with students from other disciplines, mirroring a real industry environment.
You’ll use industry-standard equipment and software, and graduate with a comprehensive portfolio that demonstrates your skills to future employers.
You can major in an area that inspires you, including Advertising and Design, Design Innovation and Fabrication, Fashion Design, Graphic Design and Photography.
If you're interested in digital design such as game design, animation and visual effects, you might like our Bachelor of Digital Creative Industries.
Career outcomes
- Graphic designer
- Fashion designer
- Creative director
- Illustrator
- Photojournalist
- Photographer
- Design educator
- Entrepreneur
- Production manager
Professional accreditation and recognition
Professional membership may be available with the Design Institute of Australia. Graduates may convert student memberships of professional design organisations, such as Australian Graphic Design Association, Design Institute of Australia and Perth Advertising and Design Club, into full professional memberships following qualification and professional experience.
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Broad career options
Tailor your degree to suit your career aspirations.
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Course structure
What you’ll learn
In this course, you’ll learn to design through project-based activities using industry-standard equipment, technologies and media platforms.
In your final year, you will complete a capstone unit. You will explore interdisciplinary themes through the creation of design-focused projects, and benefit from strong links with industry across the design majors.
Detailed course structure and unit information
For detailed information and course structure, visit our Handbook.
Customise your degree
At Curtin you can customise your degree by studying various disciplines of your choice, giving you a tailored degree that supports your career interests and passions.
Customise your course by choosing your Design major (step 1) and then complement it with a Design specialisation (step 2). Complete your degree structure by choosing one of three options (step 3).
Step 1: Choose your major
Select an area that inspires you:
Step 2: Choose your specialisation
- Creative Advertising Design
- Digital Design
- Fashion Design
- Fashion Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Illustration
- Photography
Note that you must choose a different specialisation to your major.
Step 3: Complete your degree structure
Option 1: Choose a second Design specialisation
Choose a second Design specialisation from the list in Step 2.
Option 2: Choose a non-Design specialisation
Choose a specialisation in another area to gain expertise in a second field.
Specialisations are subject to availability. See the full list of specialisations.
Option 3: Choose four electives
Choose four elective units in your area of interest in which you meet the unit prerequisites.
Entry requirements
To study this course, you must meet the entry criteria:
- course ATAR, or equivalent, demonstrated via an accepted entry pathway
- any course-specific requirements
- English language requirement.
Guaranteed entry
If you achieve the guaranteed ATAR/selection rank for this course and meet all other entry requirements, you’re guaranteed a place in this course.
Entry pathways
There are different ways to meet our academic entry requirements. Choose the option that best suits the highest level of education that you’ve achieved.
Curious how students entered this course? See the entry pathways other students have taken.
Course-specific requirements
You’ll also need to meet any specific requirements to be eligible to apply for this course.
Study credit and support
You may be able to receive study credit or support based on your previous experience or personal circumstances.
Get credit towards your degree
You may be able to receive credit for recognised learning (CRL) from past study or professional experience, which could reduce the time it takes to finish your course.
Find specific details about CRL for this course on the Handbook.
Special consideration
If your studies were affected by circumstances beyond your control, you may be eligible for special consideration when applying to Curtin. This process is available to new applicants only and allows your application to be assessed in light of those circumstances.
Additional information
Notes about this course
Make sure you check the course notes for any other important information.
Fees
2025 Domestic indicative fees
2026 Domestic indicative fees
*The indicative first-year fee is based on a standard full-time study load of 200 credit points.
This fee is a guide only. Your total fee may vary depending on the units you choose, your study load or if your course includes additional requirements. For more information on fees, see other fees and charges.
Scholarships
Get the support you need to succeed with our diverse range of scholarships. Whether it’s financial support, assistance with relocation, or recognition for your academic achievements, we have scholarships tailored to your unique needs.
How to apply
Follow these steps to make sure you’re eligible, prepared and ready to apply for your course.
Check entry requirements
Entry requirements differ by course and your previous work and study experience.
Prepare your documents
The documents you need may vary depending on your course and application pathway.
Check application deadlines
Deadlines vary by course and whether you’re applying as a domestic or international student.
Choose your application pathway
I’m in year 12 or applying for Medicine
If you’re in year 12 or recently finished high school, you’ll need to apply through TISC.
You’ll apply through TISC no matter what you studied in high school, whether that was:
- ATAR
- General subjects
- Certificate IV
- or completing UniReady in Schools program.
TISC has different application dates to Curtin. Visit the TISC website for all important dates, including application deadlines.
I have finished high school
If you’re not a current year 12 student or recent graduate, you’re considered a non school leaver and you’ll apply directly to Curtin.
The only exception is Medicine, which must be applied for through TISC.
You’ll apply directly to Curtin if you are:
- a high school graduate who finished school last year or earlier
- transferring from another university
- returning to study or using your professional experience to qualify
- progressing from a VET or TAFE qualification or bridging program
- a current Curtin student changing courses or campuses.
Application deadlines can vary by course. Make sure to check application deadlines before you apply.
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