Design
A course by
AUT
Study the Communication Design major as part of the Bachelor of Design at AUT to gain skills in graphic and digital design, visual storytelling, branding, illustration, photography, advertising, and motion graphics, preparing you for a wide range of careers in the design industry.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
City Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 3 years

Develop and use graphic design, digital, and visual storytelling skills across various formats, including print, digital, and interactive media.

Create content and communicate ideas, messages, and meaning in response to a range of commercial, societal, and environmental issues.

Utilize strategic and creative thinking in developing design solutions, including branding and campaign strategy.
The Communication Design Major at AUT's Bachelor of Design teaches students to apply graphic design and digital skills to create meaning in graphic and interaction design, branding, illustration, photography, advertising, motion graphics, and art direction. The program emphasizes generating content and visually communicating ideas to respond to societal, environmental, and commercial themes. Students learn in open studios and computer labs with industry-standard software and facilities. The curriculum covers introductory design principles, creative processes, prototyping, branding, analogue and digital image-making, campaign strategy, industry workflows, portfolio development, self-directed design projects, and culminates in a public exhibition.
What you need to know first

Design
Advertising
Media
Creative Industries

Graphic Designer
Brand Creative
Packaging Designer
Design
A course by
AUT
Study the Communication Design major as part of the Bachelor of Design at AUT to gain skills in graphic and digital design, visual storytelling, branding, illustration, photography, advertising, and motion graphics, preparing you for a wide range of careers in the design industry.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
City Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 3 years

Develop and use graphic design, digital, and visual storytelling skills across various formats, including print, digital, and interactive media.

Create content and communicate ideas, messages, and meaning in response to a range of commercial, societal, and environmental issues.

Utilize strategic and creative thinking in developing design solutions, including branding and campaign strategy.
The Communication Design Major at AUT's Bachelor of Design teaches students to apply graphic design and digital skills to create meaning in graphic and interaction design, branding, illustration, photography, advertising, motion graphics, and art direction. The program emphasizes generating content and visually communicating ideas to respond to societal, environmental, and commercial themes. Students learn in open studios and computer labs with industry-standard software and facilities. The curriculum covers introductory design principles, creative processes, prototyping, branding, analogue and digital image-making, campaign strategy, industry workflows, portfolio development, self-directed design projects, and culminates in a public exhibition.
What you need to know first

Design
Advertising
Media
Creative Industries

Graphic Designer
Brand Creative
Packaging Designer
University Entrance or equivalent
Portfolio (may be required)
English language requirements
Motion Graphics Designer
Publication or Print-based Designer
Illustrator
Advertising Creative
Information Designer
Creative Director
Design Director
Content Creator
Digital Marketing Specialist
Inhouse Designer
Creative Artworker
Mac Operator
Account Manager
Design Studio Owner
University Entrance or equivalent
Portfolio (may be required)
English language requirements
Motion Graphics Designer
Publication or Print-based Designer
Illustrator
Advertising Creative
Information Designer
Creative Director
Design Director
Content Creator
Digital Marketing Specialist
Inhouse Designer
Creative Artworker
Mac Operator
Account Manager
Design Studio Owner