Bachelor of Design (Interactive and UX Design) | UniSC | University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia

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Bachelor of Design (Interactive and UX Design)

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.

Study location
  • Sippy Downs
Refer to the program footnotes
CRICOS code
098462D
Commence
Semester 1, Semester 2
Program length (full-time)
3 years
Annual tuition fee 2019
$23,200
Estimated total tuition fee *
$69,600
Footnotes
  • 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.
Study location QTAC code
  • Sunshine Coast 011291
Minimum selection threshold
OP - 18 Rank - 64
UniSC program code
AR313
Commence
Semester 1, Semester 2
Duration
3 years full time or part time equivalent
Study mode
Blended Learning
Recommended prior study
English
Fee type 2019
  • Commonwealth supported places
Total courses
24
Total units
288

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 Project Risk
COR109 Project Planning
DES101 Project Integration
DES102 Introduction to Creative Entrepreneurship
DES104 Introduction to the Creative Industries
DES105 Communication and Thought
DES107 Creativity, Design and Communication Project

Developing and Graduate courses (9) 108 units

CMN202 Introduction to Creative Entrepreneurship
CMN313 Communication and Thought
DES200 Grammars of Design
DES221 Visual Storytelling
DES222 Art, Design and Visual Culture
DES307 Introduction to Design and Concept
DES308 Drawing Practice
DES309 Screen Production and Editing

PLUS select 1 course (12 units) from:
CMN311 Creativity, Design and Communication Project
CMN312 Design Futures

Elective courses (8) 96 units

Select 8 elective courses from the undergraduate elective course options. Students are strongly encouraged to use their electives to complete courses in the available Design disciplines.

Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.

Total units: 288

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