Be at the forefront of digital design
UX designers shape the digital platforms, apps and products we use every day. User experience (UX) considers how people interact with technology, how it makes them feel, and how to help them complete a task, buy a product or have a conversation.
- Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
- * Estimated tuition fees are based on 2025 rates. Refer to international fees for more information.
- Not all majors/minors and elective options are available at every campus. You should refer to the What Can I Study tab, and the proposed study sequence for your chosen campus and intake for further information.
UX designers shape the digital platforms, apps and products we use every day. User experience (UX) considers how people interact with technology, how it makes them feel, and how to help them complete a task, buy a product or have a conversation.
This specialised degree builds the technical and creative ability you’ll need to work in this dynamic, fast-growing field. You’ll develop a broad skillset in design, user testing and project management, and graduate with a professional, industry-ready portfolio.
Creating a user-centric online experience is becoming increasingly important for organisations that want to maintain a high-quality online presence. This program will provide you with the technical, creative and project management skills you need to take advantage
- Understand the principles of digital design, visual storytelling and human-computer interactivity
- Learn how to design and develop user-centred digital products, including websites and apps
- Work with cutting-edge technologies, including augmented and virtual reality
- Gain hands-on experience through internships or industry projects
Career opportunities:
- Digital designer
- UX designer
- Interactive designer
- App developer
- Interface designer
- Web Designer
- Multimedia developer
Program structure
Introductory courses (7) 84 units
CMN101 Communication Theory and Practice
COR109 Public Relations: Contemporary Perspectives
DES101 Introduction to Journalism
DES102 Introduction to Creative Advertising
DES104 An Introduction to Australian Politics: The Makings of a Republic?
DES105 Introduction to Sociology: Society, Culture and Change
DES107 Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility
Developing and Graduate courses (9) 108 units
CMN202 Editing for the Communications Professional
CMN313 Crisis and Issues Management
DES200 The Writer and the Law
DES221 Communication Campaign Planning
DES222 Community Engagement Events
DES307 Public Relations Writing
DES308 Researching Media and Audiences
DES309 International Communication
PLUS select 1 course (12 units) from:
CMN311 Internship/Industry Project
CMN312 Social Media
Elective courses (8) 96 units
Select 8 elective courses from either faculty (Arts, Business and Law) or (Science, Health, Education and Engineering). Students are strongly encouraged to use their electives to complete an additional major or minor in the Design disciplines.
*New course, subject to final approval
Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.
Total units: 288
Recommended study sequences
Program requirements and notes
In order to graduate you must:
- Successfully complete 288 units as outlined in the Program Structure
- Complete no more than 10 introductory level (100 coded) courses
Program Notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 units per semester (normally 4 courses) and following the recommended study sequence
- The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified
- It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of academic calendar dates
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods which may include essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations
- As part of your USC program, you may apply to Study Overseas to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students on Student visa
- Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses