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Graduate Certificate in UX and Web Design

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Billy Blue College of Design
Graduate Certificate in UX and Web Design

What is a Graduate Certificate in UX and Web Design?

A Graduate Certificate in UX and Web Design enhances your understanding of the process of designing digital products that are useful, easy to use and pleasant to interact with. This qualification also covers the use of customer experience analysis and technology systems for the delivery of online content, exploring the practical side of hosting platforms, performance measurement and metrics system.
In this course you’ll explore new and emerging web-design technologies, apply your expanding research skills to test and evaluate user experiences, work virtually in a team and independently on industry-inspired projects, and gain insights into user experience design. Across the four core subjects, you’ll cover the use and customisation of content and technology systems for the delivery of online content. You’ll also explore the practicalities of hosting platforms, performance measurement and metrics systems for your online content. Collaborating with others, you’ll discover agile design and project management methodologies, find out how to use story-based analysis to inform the design, and ways to develop interactive features.

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Learning outcomes

  • Apply research skills to test and evaluate user experiences.
  • Gain insights into the theory behind user-experience design.
  • Develop communication skills necessary to transfer complex ideas.
  • Experiment with new and emerging technologies to develop best practice.
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Free Adobe Creative Cloud Pro licence

You'll receive a free Adobe Creative Cloud Pro licence for the entire time you're studying Design with us.

Study mode
Online, On campus, Blended
Campus locations*
Sydney, Online
Student
Domestic
International
Course duration
6 months full time, 4 trimesters part time
Start date
05 Jun 2023
18 Sep 2023
Fees

This is an AQF Level 8 course delivered by Torrens University Australia Ltd T/A Billy Blue College of Design.

*For more details on international student study options.

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Guaranteed pathway entry
Successful completion will guarantee entry into our Master of Design.

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Upskill and specialise
Learn with the most up-to-date web-design technologies and from academics and industry-leading experts.

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Ultimate flexibility
With the option to study full or part time and all your course materials online, you can tailor your study to suit your lifestyle.
Hear from our students and alumni on what it's like studying UX and Web Design with Billy Blue.
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Career opportunities

Whether you are a qualified designer looking to upgrade your skills, or to change the course of your career and focus on UX and web design and information architecture, this course will deepen your knowledge, sharpen your skills and make industry connections in as little as 12 weeks all while future-proofing your career.

Potential career paths

  • UX and Web Designer
    Average salary: $43,000 - $122,000
  • Information Architect
    Average salary: $121,000 - $184,000
  • UI Designer
    Average salary: $90,000 - $150,000
  • Interaction Designer
    Average salary: $80,000 - $195,000
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Billy Blue allowed me to enter the digital world with an understanding of research, user experience and behaviour, innovation and design. It really helped going into my first job with the skills and desire to grow.
Jade Krug
Bachelor of UX and Web Design

Subjects and units

This course comprises of four core subjects.

Each subject involves 10 hours of study per week, comprising three hours of facilitated study and seven hours self-directed study.

Requirements

Complete four core subjects.

Core subjects

  • Interface Development | DID600A
  • User Experience Design | DID602A
  • Multi-Platform Experience Design | DID603A
  • User Experience Management and Systems | DID601A

Technology

Learn with industry standard technologies

International students must not enrol in more than one-third (33%) of online subjects over their course, and must study at least one face-to-face subject each study period. Please note that due to COVID-19, authorities have provided exceptions to the usual face-to-face learning requirements until 30 June 2023 only. For more information, visit Study in Australia.

International students on a student visa are required to study full time (i.e. must complete a minimum of 1.0 EFTSL of study per year). For the latest information on study locations, please check the entry requirements flyer.

Industry partners and work placements

The big difference at Billy Blue College of Design at Torrens University Australia is that you’ll start working in the design industry from day one – gaining valuable experience, learning from industry professionals and making industry connections.
Complete an industry brief or internship

Engage with industry throughout your course as you complete an industry brief or internship, gaining valuable work experience in your dream field.
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Entry details

  • Domestic
  • International

Fees

Check the domestic course fee schedule for the cost of your course.

FEE-HELP

Eligible Australian students may choose to defer some, or all, of their tuition fees through FEE-HELP, a loan scheme repaid through the tax system based on income.

Learn more about fees and FEE-HELP

Scholarships

If you are truly passionate about Design and Creative Technology, we want to hear from you. We have a variety of Design and Creative Technology scholarships on offer to assist you in becoming a key part of the Design and Creative Technology industry:

Admission criteria

Before you begin your course application, check that you meet the requirements listed below.

Completion of a qualification at AQF level 7 (bachelor degree), or above

OR

Work life experience demonstrating the ability to undertake study at the required level

AND

Basic awareness/familiarity and level of competence at surfing the internet and working with basic software packages.

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Guaranteed pathway and Recognition of Prior Learning

If you have already completed a qualification you may be able to credit this against your degree with us, even if it’s from another institution. This is called Recognition of Prior Learning. We also offer pathway opportunities to further your learning.

Learn more about study pathways

Fees

Check the international course fee schedule for the cost of your course. Onshore international students requiring a student visa should choose campus-based / blended options.

Fee payment

Course fees can be paid across three study periods. Each instalment to be paid before the beginning of the academic stage census date.

Scholarships

We want you to have the best possible chance to succeed, which is why we offer a range of financial scholarships to support our international students during their study journey.

Admission criteria

Before you begin your course application to study as an international student, check that you meet the requirements below.

Completion of a qualification at AQF level 7 (bachelor degree), or above
Academic IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0) or equivalent.
OR alternative entry requirement may be available. Contact the International Admissions team for more information.

View full course admission information

Guaranteed pathway and Recognition of Prior Learning

If you have already completed a qualification you may be able to credit this against your degree with us, even if it’s from another institution. This is called Recognition of Prior Learning. We also offer pathway opportunities to further your learning.

Learn more about study pathways

How to apply

Frequently asked questions

  • What are Torrens University Australia’s ATAR requirements for domestic students?
  • What if  I don’t meet the entry criteria for a degree?
  • Am I eligible for FEE-HELP?
  • Can I get course credit for previous experience?
  • What are Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer (CT)? How do I apply?
  • How do I apply for a scholarship?

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