Design students engaged in a critique session, attentively listening to an instructor presenting and discussing visual research pinned on the wall. The collaborative classroom setting fosters creativity and thoughtful analysis in a dynamic learning environment.

Bachelor of Design (BDes)

Do you want to solve real-world problems by designing functional, aesthetically pleasing solutions?

How to apply

Our grads have a reputation for excellence across all fields of design.

Focus on practical design applications in areas like graphic design & advertising, or illustration.

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Design students collaborating in a digital lab, engaging with creative projects on desktop computers. The atmosphere is dynamic and interactive, with an instructor providing guidance and students exchanging ideas in a modern learning environment.

You will gain the skills needed to excel in the competitive design industry with a curriculum emphasizing technical proficiency, user-centered design and market-driven solutions.

AUArts' Bachelor of design prepares you for diverse careers in industries such as entertainment, advertising, new media, publication, editorial, corporate, television, film, fashion, gaming and environmental design industries.

Major in Visual Communication Design and choose from two streams of study.

What to expect in your first year.

Immerse yourself in an exciting range of studio and critical studies courses that will help you build a strong foundation in the disciplines, practices and cultures of design.

BDes first year courses:

4 Foundational courses
2 Writing courses
2 Art history courses
2 Studio courses from any concentration

Ask yourself...

"Student working on a digital illustration using a tablet, engaged in creative design work. The workspace features a graffiti-covered table, adding an expressive and artistic atmosphere to the environment.

...what excites you?

Choose from the following specializations:

Graphic Design & Advertising

This Bachelor of Design program is your launchpad into the evolving worlds of graphic design and advertising.

Develop as a strategic thinker and visual communicator, build a unique portfolio and graduate ready to shape the future of design.

Graphic Design & Advertising

Illustration

AUArts’ BDes Illustration program is designed for students who want to push the boundaries of visual communication and storytelling.

Whether you dream of working in publishing, animation, gaming or as an independent artist, you’ll graduate ready to make your mark on the world of images

Illustration

What's next?

Apply for BDes

Follow these steps to submit your BDes application.
General admissions open October 1, 2025

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