UNSW Bachelor of Design (Honours)/Education (Secondary)

Bachelor Honours Degree Graphic Design Full Time

Bachelor of Design (Honours)/Bachelor of Education (Secondary)

at University of New South Wales · Sydney, New South Wales

CRICOS course code

081431F

CRICOS provider code

00098G

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

5.5 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$256,500 total

Per year

A$47,978/yr

Intake

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

About this program

The Bachelor of Design (Honours)/Bachelor of Education (Secondary) at the University of New South Wales offers an immersive, dual-qualification pathway for those aspiring to combine creative expertise in graphic design with the skills to inspire and educate future generations. This integrated honours degree blends rigorous graphic design studies with the theoretical and practical foundations of secondary education, preparing graduates for creative and teaching careers in Australia.

The programme is structured over 5.5 years and consists of sequential semesters, encompassing core units, specialist electives totalling the equivalent Australian credit points, and supervised professional experience placements within secondary schools. The design component allows students to experiment with a range of graphic communication techniques, including digital media, visual storytelling, and design strategy. The education component focuses on pedagogy, classroom management, adolescent learning, and curriculum design specific to Australia’s Years 7–12.

Honours-level study involves advanced coursework and a capstone project or research thesis, fostering independent research, critical thinking, and innovation within the graphic design discipline. Throughout the programme, students undertake work-integrated learning placements in Australian secondary schools, gaining valuable classroom experience under the supervision of qualified teachers, essential for teacher registration in Australia. Graduates are encouraged to check the official page for information on professional accreditation requirements and recognition.

This double degree suits those who wish to merge their artistic and teaching talents, providing a platform to become both a skilled designer and a qualified secondary school educator. Students develop communication and presentation skills, digital literacy, curriculum expertise, and the ability to foster creativity in others. International students are required to demonstrate higher levels of English proficiency and may benefit from work rights of up to 48 hours per fortnight while studying, with the option to consider post-study work opportunities in Australia via the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485). Detailed unit and credit requirements should be confirmed through official university resources.

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

Secondary school teacher with a graphic design or visual arts specialisation
Graphic designer or visual communicator in education, media, or creative agencies
Curriculum developer for design and technology subjects
Education officer in art galleries, museums, or community arts organisations
Instructional designer for educational publishers or digital media
Graduates are sought after by Australian schools, creative industries, non-profit organisations, and corporate training teams

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Design (Honours)/Bachelor of Education (Secondary) at University of New South Wales?

It typically takes 5.5 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$256,500 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Secondary school teacher with a graphic design or visual arts specialisationGraphic designer or visual communicator in education, media, or creative agenciesCurriculum developer for design and technology subjectsEducation officer in art galleries, museums, or community arts organ...

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