Study in Australia
at University of Canberra · Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
CRICOS course code
095571A
CRICOS provider code
00212K
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
3 years
Tuition (whole course)
A$114,000 total
Per year
A$38,000/yr
Intake
Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)
The Bachelor of Design (Industrial Design) at the University of Canberra is a three-year degree focused on giving students the practical and theoretical tools needed to shape products, systems, and experiences. Coursework blends creative studio practice with technical know-how, including visual communication, digital fabrication, user-centred design, and project-based learning. Students explore materials, ergonomics, sustainable design, and manufacturing processes through hands-on assignments and industry briefs.
This degree is structured into semesters, with units of study each offering a certain number of credit points, students need to complete a set number of credit points to graduate. In their final year, students complete a capstone project, often collaborating with industry or working to solve a real-world design brief. There are opportunities for work-integrated learning through internships or placements with Australian design studios, manufacturing companies, or research organisations, which helps build a professional portfolio and industry connections.
Skills emphasised in this course include 3D modelling, rapid prototyping, technical drawing, aesthetic development, and understanding user needs. Students also learn about the commercial realities of the manufacturing industry and how to take a design from idea to production. This course suits creative thinkers who are interested in problem-solving and want to influence how people interact with products and technology in Australia and beyond.
A degree in industrial design from an Australian university can be a stepping stone to professional recognition with design associations, and international students can work up to 48 hours per fortnight while studying. Graduates may be eligible to apply for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485), giving them time to gain local experience.
It typically takes 3 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).
Tuition is around A$114,000 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.
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