What is a Master’s of Design?
This visionary, industry-focused course is for those who want to dig into the rich fields of design – led by experienced creatives as well as professionals from across various other industries. It offers an exciting opportunity for advanced study in design, and encourages designers, developers, technologists, programmers, artists and teachers to explore the convergent space between design, project management and business disciplines. At the same time, you’ll learn about cutting-edge technologies, systems and applications. You’ll throw conventions up into the air, to see which rules apply and which don’t. On graduating, you’ll have an impressive portfolio that’s sure to lead to work at the highest levels.
Billy Blue College of Design courses are delivered by Torrens University Australia Ltd, ABN 99 154 937 005, RTO 41343, CRICOS 03389E.
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Key Information
Where can I study
Where can I studySydney
International students must not enrol into any more than a third or 33% of online subjects over their course and must study at least one subject that is face to face in each trimester. All face to face courses are also available for online mode of delivery. Please note that due to COVID-19, authorities have provided assurance that exceptions will be made to the usual face-to-face learning requirements.
Workload
Workload10 hours per subject, per week. International students on a student visa are required to study full time, i.e. the student must complete a minimum of 1.0 EFTSL of study per year.
WHY STUDY AT TORRENS?
It’s study that suits you, with flexible online delivery taught by leading industry experienced lecturers, to provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to achieve your career goals.
FLEXIBILITY TO SUIT YOUR SCHEDULE
You control your workload, choose to study full-time, part-time, or accelerate your study to graduate sooner.
WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT WHEN YOU GRADUATE?
As a graduate you’ll have a wealth of career opportunities available to you:
- Managerial roles in Design agencies/other organisations
- Creative business founder / Owner
- Creative leader / director
- University lecturer
SET FOR SUCCESS
We focus on giving you the skills and the knowledge to ensure your long-term success in your career or entrepreneurial venture. Our academics are highly qualified and include practising industry leaders, while our Success Coaches are available for industry coaching and strength capability. We will support you in every step of your study with us.
"I loved being a part of a creative community. "
- Tanya Koch, Graduate of Master of Design
I had the same group of friends through my entire learning experience. It made it a community, not just a learning environment.
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Course Overview
Want to progress to senior roles within the design industry worldwide? Become an entrepreneurial, successful problem solver who can create and contribute to a variety of design solutions? Then this program is for you. The course delivery is blended with online and face-to-face subjects, providing a flexible learning environment, because we know you’re working in demanding roles that also take up your time.
In the core subjects, you’ll explore conceptual challenges and questions of visual expressions in your quest to develop useful, usable and appropriate designs for good. You’ll explore aspects of the user experience, the role of design in humanising information, and the aesthetic and practical dynamics of effective communication and branding in the international industry landscape.
With a variety of electives to choose from, you can design your course to suit your interests. Led by highly regarded design professionals, you’ll extend your managerial skills and practice; build your understanding of strategic processes; use creative tools and design research; discover the convergent space between disciplines; and explore the latest design theories, practice and innovation.
You’ll graduate with skills and knowledge that will take your career to the next level, no matter what field you’re in. And if you wish, you can enter or exit with a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma of Design.
Learning Outcomes:
- Extend your managerial skills and practice
- Understanding of strategic processes, creative tools and design research
- Discover the convergent space between disciplines
- Explore the latest design theory, practice and innovation
HOW YOU'LL STUDY
No matter where you study, you are welcome to access state-of-the-art campuses in Adelaide, Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane. We have designed our learning spaces to promote collaboration and engagement. All of our campuses are located in convenient and vibrant inner city neighbourhoods.
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Success coaches are industry and education experts who want you to get the best leverage out of your natural talents.
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Fees & Scholarships
Find out more about course fees and financial support – and for personalised advice, just ask.
Check the Domestic Course Fee Schedule for the cost of your course.
Fees for each trimester must be paid before the trimester commences.
HOW CAN I PAY?
PAYMENT OPTIONS
1. Upfront payment via Credit Card, BPAY, cheque or overseas bank account transfer2. Full or partial payment via FEE-HELP Government Assistance (domestic students only)
FEE HELP
Eligible 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.SCHOLARSHIPS
Talented student? Apply for a scholarship, with options for school leavers, post graduates and more.
Check the International Course Fee Schedule for the cost of your course. Fees for each trimester must be paid before the trimester commences.
Onshore international students requiring a student visa should choose campus-based / blended option however the fully online option is available for offshore international students.
HOW CAN I PAY?
PAYMENT OPTIONS
1. Upfront payment via Credit Card, BPAY, cheque or overseas bank account transfer2. Full or partial payment via FEE-HELP Government Assistance (domestic students only)
SCHOLARSHIPS
Talented student? Apply for a scholarship, with options for school leavers, post graduates and more.
DOMESTIC STUDENTS
2. Full or partial payment via FEE-HELP Government Assistance (domestic students only)
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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
2. Full or partial payment via FEE-HELP Government Assistance (domestic students only)
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Check the Domestic Course Fee Schedule for the cost of your course.
Fees for each trimester must be paid before the trimester commences.
HOW CAN I PAY?
PAYMENT OPTIONS
1. Upfront payment via Credit Card, BPAY, cheque or overseas bank account transfer2. Full or partial payment via FEE-HELP Government Assistance (domestic students only)
FEE HELP
Eligible 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.SCHOLARSHIPS
Talented student? Apply for a scholarship, with options for school leavers, post graduates and more.
Check the International Course Fee Schedule for the cost of your course. Fees for each trimester must be paid before the trimester commences.
Onshore international students requiring a student visa should choose campus-based / blended option however the fully online option is available for offshore international students.
HOW CAN I PAY?
PAYMENT OPTIONS
1. Upfront payment via Credit Card, BPAY, cheque or overseas bank account transfer2. Full or partial payment via FEE-HELP Government Assistance (domestic students only)
SCHOLARSHIPS
Talented student? Apply for a scholarship, with options for school leavers, post graduates and more.Can I Apply
Before you get started with your course application, check you meet all the requirements listed below.
- Completion of a Bachelor level degree or Postgraduate study at an Australian university or equivalent from an overseas higher education provider AND
- Written proposal AND
- Portfolio of relevant work from area(s) of expertise AND
- Resume AND
- Selection interview
Special Entry Requirements:
Students without an Undergraduate degree may be admitted with:
- A minimum of 6 years relevant professional experience AND
- A written Proposal AND
- A portfolio of relevant work from area(s) of expertise AND
- A Resume AND
- 3 Letters of Recommendation AND
- *A selection interview.
- Australian bachelor’s degree or equivalent; and
- Design portfolio of experience; and
- Written proposal; and
- Interview; and
- Academic IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0) or equivalent.
DOMESTIC ADMISSION CRITERIA
INTERNATIONAL ADMISSION CRITERIA
- Completion of a Bachelor level degree or Postgraduate study at an Australian university or equivalent from an overseas higher education provider AND
- Written proposal AND
- Portfolio of relevant work from area(s) of expertise AND
- Resume AND
- Selection interview
Special Entry Requirements:
Students without an Undergraduate degree may be admitted with:
- A minimum of 6 years relevant professional experience AND
- A written Proposal AND
- A portfolio of relevant work from area(s) of expertise AND
- A Resume AND
- 3 Letters of Recommendation AND
- *A selection interview.
- Australian bachelor’s degree or equivalent; and
- Design portfolio of experience; and
- Written proposal; and
- Interview; and
- Academic IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0) or equivalent.
Ready To Apply
Applying to Torrens is easy. Pick your start date, decide how you’d like to study, then apply online or give us a call and we’ll do it for you.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTSWe prepare international students with the skills and knowledge to be employment-ready, communicate and collaborate with diverse cultures and graduate with a perspective to gain global learning experiences.
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