UndergraduateArts & Design
Diploma in Creative Industries
Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
About this program
The Diploma in Creative Industries at Queensland University of Technology is a one-year diploma. It is offered through the Faculty of Creative Industries, Education and Social Justice. The course provides a pathway into QUT's Bachelor of Communication, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Design, International, or Bachelor of Creative Arts (excluding acting). Successful graduates will receive up to 1 year of credit for prior learning (advanced standing) towards their chosen Bachelor degree. The course sits within QUT's creative arts and english and pathway programs study areas. Graduates pursue roles such as arts administrator, communication specialist, creative director and creative entrepreneur. Indicative international tuition is $28,200 per course for 2027 entry. The course holds CRICOS registration 081617G.
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
Study plan in 2 parts
- Teaching Period 1: Communication and Collaboration
- Art
- Text and Context
- Introducing Design History
- Academic Communication 1
- Teaching Period 2: Design Visualisations
- Living in a Media World
- Creative Media and Technologies Lab
- Academic Communication 2
Career & PR pathway
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Admissions
Completion of Australian Year 12 (or equivalent international senior secondary qualification), minimum ATAR/selection rank of 60.00.
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