Graduate Certificate Graphic Design Full Time

Graduate Certificate in Design

at Griffith University · Brisbane, Queensland

CRICOS course code

097292C

CRICOS provider code

00233E

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

26 weeks

Tuition (whole course)

A$21,000 total

Per year

A$42,000/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Graduate Certificate in Design at Griffith University gives students practical expertise in graphic design, with a focus on contemporary design practices. Delivered in Brisbane, this 26-week course is structured with graduate-level units of study. Students explore design concepts, communication strategies, visual storytelling, and digital media production. The course blends theory with hands-on studio work, using real-world briefs and industry-relevant tools.

Units of study contribute to a set number of credit points and are taught via seminars, workshops, and supervised projects. Assessment is based on portfolios, presentations, and critical analysis of design outcomes. Throughout the course, students develop skills in creative problem solving, client communication, and professional practice relevant to Australian and international design contexts.

This graduate certificate suits early-career designers looking to upskill, professionals from related fields seeking design knowledge, or those wanting a pathway into further postgraduate study. Students can discuss elective choices to tailor learning to their interests or career goals. Work rights allow students to work up to 48 hours per fortnight while studying, and those completing the award may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream. For details on units offered, admission, and progression, check the official Griffith University page.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Graphic Designer
Visual Communication Specialist
Digital Content Creator
Branding Consultant
Designer in creative agencies, media organisations, or in-house design teams across Australia's advertising, media, not-for-profit, and corporate sectors

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Graduate Certificate in Design at Griffith University?

It typically takes 26 weeks, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$21,000 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Graphic DesignerVisual Communication SpecialistDigital Content CreatorBranding ConsultantDesigner in creative agencies, media organisations, or in-house design teams across Australia's advertising, media, not-for-profit, and corporate sectors

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