The Visual Communication Design specialisation at the University of Wollongong Dubai allows you to develop skills in graphic design for both traditional and emerging media.
You will learn graphic design principles and practices, while working on client-driven design projects for print, online, mobile and emerging platforms. As part of the course, you will be introduced to the principles of typography and illustration, the fundamentals of interactive UI/UX design, motion graphics, animation and much more.
You will study the ways in which emerging digital platforms are changing the context for visual communication design, both in a regional context and internationally.
3 years: for students with 12/20 or 60% High school grade.
4 years: for students with less than 12/20 or 60% High school grade.
- Fall: September
- Winter: January
- Spring: April
For Direct Entry (3 years Bachelor’s Degree):
- 12/20 Baccalauréat
- IELTS 6.0 or equivalent in TOEFL
Probabation Entry (4 years Bachelor’s Degree):
- 10/20 to 11,99/20 Baccalaureat
- IELTS 4.5 to 5.5
Visa, Insurance, Residency & Security Deposit (the university refunds you $ 700 once finish your master’s) : $ 2,242.
If your receive a 20% bursary, your tuition fee will be $ 13,000/year.
To be paid as follow:
- Trimester 1 = $ 4,330
- Trimester 2 = $ 4,330
- Trimester 3 = $ 4,330
If your receive a 15% bursary, your tuition fee will be $ 13,985/year.
To be paid as follow:
- Trimester 1 = $ 4,661
- Trimester 2 = $ 4,661
- Trimester 3 = $ 4,661
If your receive a 10% bursary, your tuition fee will be $ 14,805/year.
To be paid as follow:
- Trimester 1 = $ 4,935
- Trimester 2 = $ 4,935
- Trimester 3 = $ 4,935
As a graduate of this program you will be a creative visual communicator, prepared for a range of roles, such as:
- Interaction Designer
- User Experience Designer
- Motion Graphics Designer
- Graphic Designer & Illustrator
- Visual Communication Specialist
- Environment Designer
Program Structure
Program Core
| Subject Code | Subject title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| BCM 110 | Introduction to Communication and Media Studies | 6 |
| BCM 111 | Global Media and Culture | 6 |
| BCM 113 | Media Ethics and Law | 6 |
| BCM 114 | Making Media | 6 |
| BCM 212 | Understanding Research Practice | 6 |
| BCM 222 | Global Media and Social Justice | 6 |
| BCM 241 | Media Ethnographies | 6 |
| BCM 312 | Emerging Issues in Media and Communication | 6 |
| OR | ||
| BCM 313 | The Future of Work | |
Specialisation Core
| Subject Code | Subject title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| VCD 101 | Introduction to Visual Communication Design | 6 |
| VCD 102 | Interaction Design Fundamentals | 6 |
| VCD 201 | Typography | 6 |
| VCD 203 | Social Impact Design | 6 |
| VCD 302 | Motion Design | 6 |
| VCD 301 | Professional Design Practice | 6 |
| BCM 303 | Collaborative Production Workshop | 6 |
| VCD 390 | Advanced Design project | 6 |
| Plus 8 (48cp) electives. Zero level (00) subjects cannot be taken as electives | ||
Electives
| 48 cp BCM electives. Zero level (00) subjects cannot be taken as electives. Choose 8 subjects from the list below. | ||
| Subject Code | Subject Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| BCM 112 | Emergent Media | 6 |
| BCM 206 | Future Networks | 6 |
| BCM 214 | Digital and Social Innovation | 6 |
| BCM 215 | Game Media Industries | 6 |
| BCM 325 | Future Cultures | 6 |
| BCM 300 | Game Experience Design | 6 |
| BCM 302 | Advanced Digital Media Project | 6 |
| BCM 115 | Introduction to Screen Media | 6 |
| BCM 216 | Transmedia Storytelling | 6 |
| BCM 217 | Documentary | 6 |
| BCM 289 | Transnational Media | 6 |
| BCM 320/333 | Digital Asia/Hollywood and Beyond | 6 |
| BCM 322 | Global Media Interventions | 6 |
| BCM 304 | Global Screen Project | 6 |
| MARK101 | Marketing Principles | 6 |
| MGMT102 | Business Communications | 6 |
| MARK221 | PR Concepts | 6 |
| MARK250 | Advertising Practice and Creative Strategies | 6 |
| MARK333 | Integrated Marketing | 6 |
| MARK301 | Digital Marketing | 6 |
| MARK322 | Corporate Identity and Branding | 6 |
| 18 cp Additional Electives: Choose three subjects from the list below | ||
| Subject Code | Subject Title | Credit Points |
| MATH060 | Foundation Mathematics for Humanities | 6 |
| CSIT111 | Introduction to Programming | 6 |
| CSIT128 | Introduction to Web Technology | 6 |
| ISIT301 | Professional Practice and Ethics | 6 |
| MGNT110 | Introduction to Management | 6 |
| ECON102 | Economics and Society | 6 |
| MARK343 | International Marketing | 6 |
**Students wishing to take electives not on this list must receive approval from the Program Director