Design and Interactive Technologies degrees

Design and interactive media and technologies sits under our Media and Communication study area and it delves into the convergence of design principles using cutting-edge technologies to create engaging and immersive user experiences. This field encompasses a wide range of disciplines, including graphic design, user experience (UX) design, user interface (UI) design, and interactive media. The goal is not just to make things look aesthetically pleasing, but also to ensure they function seamlessly and intuitively, fostering meaningful interactions between users and digital platforms.

At UniSQ, our graphic design degree provides students with comprehensive training encompassing what one would gain from a graphic design course, animation course, digital production degree, and a virtual reality degree, thereby honing their skills across these pivotal fields. Discover our degrees:

Bachelor of Communication and Creative Industries (Software Application Development) - Gain the skills you need to use software engineering techniques to produce quality software solutions and explore programming languages, database systems and disruptive technologies.

Bachelor of Digital Design (Animation) - Become an expert in visual storytelling after gaining hands-on experience with industry standard software. You will get to use a blend of traditional and digital techniques to bring characters to life.

Bachelor of Digital Design (Games Design) - Explore the space where science and interactive entertainment meet. Create games for different platforms, including digital games for consoles, PC and table-top games. 

Bachelor of Digital Design (Graphic Design) - Blend creativity, technology and strategy using industry standard software to delivery impactful visual solutions.

Bachelor of Digital Design (Interaction Design) - Devise intuitive and delightful interactive experiences for users across various digital platforms including websites, mobile apps, software applications, games, virtual and augmented reality (VR and AR) systems, and interactive immersive installations. 

If you’re looking to study graphic design or even studying graphic design online, UniSQ is the ideal place. Studying Design and Interactive Technologies at UniSQ allows students to blend their passion for creativity, design, and information technology into a qualification that prepares them for the future digital demands. Our degrees are innovative, industry-relevant, and engaging, offering a platform for you to develop skills in interactive media, graphic design, and digital media production. 

• UniSQ is rated 5/5 stars for communication graduates starting salaries*
• The educational experience for our Media and Communications students is 5/5 stars for:
  • learning resources
  • overall educational experience
  • skills development
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The skills and knowledge you will develop will vary depending on the degree and major your choose, but some of theses skills include:

• graphic design
• 3D modelling and animation
• interactive media design
• motion graphics
• communication
• problem solving
• entrepreneurship
• project management.

Yes, the curriculum is tailored to meet the evolving needs of sectors such as app design, graphic design, animation, virtual reality, and digital production. We emphasise the blend of creativity, design, and information technology, ensuring you are equipped with cutting-edge skills. We have a strong network of industry collaboration, though specific partnerships and programs which provide amply opportunity to collaborate with industry professionals. Whether you choose to study graphic design online or on-campus at UniSQ you'll experience the same level of opportunity to network and collaborate with others.

All of our degrees focus on developing your ability to apply the skills and knowledge you’ve gained to the career of your choice. Graduating with a Design and Interactive Technologies qualification from UniSQ opens up many career prospects. The jobs you may be interested in will vary depending on the degree and major you choose to study. Roles may include:

• animator
• graphic designer
• motion graphics designer
• web designer
• user experience (UX) designer
• user interface (UI) designer
• interactive media creative artist.

UniSQ understands the need for flexibility in our Design and Interactive Technologies degrees. We provide a range of study options to cater to diverse needs, including on-campus, external, and online graphic design courses depending on the degree you choose. Whether you prefer to study part-time or full-time, we offer the flexibility to balance your education with other commitments.