Course overview
The Bachelor of Communication Design covers the full spectrum of visual design – from traditional print work to state-of-the-art digital design. You’ll discover the building blocks of typography and learn about idea generation, digital media, design research, information design, and more.
The course explores the theory and practice of information design, and teaches how to think strategically and communicate with images, from initial concepts through to sophisticated visuals using a variety of media. In the Design Studio you’ll collaborate with other students, as you would in a real-world studio, and follow briefs to come up with practical and effective outcomes that are ideal for their audience.
Area of Study:
Publishing and media
Typography
Design studio
Data Visualisation
Design Context
Thinking Visually
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. We have a strong network of partners and are always welcoming opportunities to build new relationships in the design world.
Work placement hours :Approximately 90 hours
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The course explores the theory and practice of information design, and teaches how to think strategically and communicate with images, from initial concepts through to sophisticated visuals using a variety of media. In the Design Studio you’ll collaborate with other students, as you would in a real-world studio, and follow briefs to come up with practical and effective outcomes that are ideal for their audience.
Area of Study:
Publishing and media
Typography
Design studio
Data Visualisation
Design Context
Thinking Visually
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. We have a strong network of partners and are always welcoming opportunities to build new relationships in the design world.
Work placement hours :Approximately 90 hours
Click here to view the fee details
Course record
Career Opportunities
The design work you do throughout your study contributes to your professional portfolio – your passport to a serious design career. Nationally recognised and highly respected, learning with Billy Blue provides you with comprehensive skills, know-how and confidence for a successful and dynamic career in the communication design space. With the skills and expertise gained from this course, plus your limitless imagination, you’ll be in demand around the world.
Career paths:
Design Strategist
Service Designer
Art Director
Brand and Digital Designer
Illustrator
Packaging Designer
Career paths:
Design Strategist
Service Designer
Art Director
Brand and Digital Designer
Illustrator
Packaging Designer
Entry requirements
Review the captured standard entry requirements, English requirements and additional notes for this course.
Standard entry
- Applicant must have completed Year 12 or equivalent
Student profile
No de-identified past offer cases are available for this course yet.
Campuses & intake dates
Upcoming intakes
- Brisbane (Fortitude Valley)QLDFebruary 2026
- Brisbane (Fortitude Valley)QLDJune 2026
- Brisbane (Fortitude Valley)QLDSeptember 2025
- Brisbane (Fortitude Valley)QLDSeptember 2026
- Brisbane (Fortitude Valley)QLD

