Program Overview
The Design at Swinburne University of Technology is a Master programme in Arts & Design over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Design programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: AUD 29,520 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 29,520 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Melbourne, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Design programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Inclusive and Participatory Design
- Integrative Design Studio
- Cross- Cultural Social Design Strategy
- Methods for Design Research
- Eco-Design Studio
- Creative Entrepreneurship
- Design Futures
- Design Management
- Integrative Capstone Studio 1
- Integrative Capstone Studio 2
- Swinburne Design Factory Project (Design)
- Digital Sketching and Ideation
- CAD for Products and Interiors
- Animation and Motion Graphics
- 3D Scanning and Printing
- Interaction Design and Development for Screens
- Visualisation and Presentation Techniques
- Sustainable Systems Design
- Design Leadership
- Advanced Design Study Tour
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The minimum entry requirement for the Masters of Design is a recognised 3-year Bachelor of Design or equivalent, or the completion of the Graduate Certificate of Design or the Graduate Diploma of Design. Applicants who do not have a Bachelor of Design qualification but have a related qualification and work experience in a design-related field, will be required to submit a portfolio demonstrating their cognate skills and capabilities in design.
Related fields may include architecture, landscape architecture, urban planning, digital arts, creative arts, multimedia or digital media, product design engineering, design technology, games and interactivity, and creative industries.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 29,520 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 29,520 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: AUD 29,520 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 29,520 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Swinburne University of Technology directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Swinburne University of Technology
Swinburne University of Technology
Hawthorn, Australia
Swinburne University of Technology is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline Feb, 2027
- Start Date Feb, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
