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Explore how to unlock your creative potential to tackle intricate design problems through our Bachelor of Industrial Design program. Develop a designer's mindset, master visual communication of concepts, and craft diverse everyday products, systems, and services. Understand how human factors, usability, aesthetics, production technologies, materials, and eco-conscious design influence both creation and user interaction.Gain practical skills with professional-grade tools to develop digital prototypes of three-dimensional objects. Study widely-used materials and their critical importance in manufacturing. Examine products' environmental footprint across their entire lifespan – from production and sale to maintenance and disposal – while discovering sustainable design approaches.Attend courses in specialized studio and workshop facilities. Become proficient with both traditional and digital fabrication tools – featuring CNC machines, 3D printers, laser cutting systems, and VR/AR technologies – to build physical models and working prototypes.Undertake a culminating design project that translates your education into practical solutions for actual design problems.Graduate equipped with the essential knowledge, abilities, and professional competencies to begin your journey as a designer.
Admission criteria
To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.
Secondary education (Year 12)
Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).
Vocational Education and Training (VET)
Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at Certificate IV (AQF level 4) or higher.
Higher education study
Successful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) in a higher education award program.