Bachelor of Applied Design (Branded Environment)

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Bring Brands to Life

The world's top consumer brands are increasingly using commercial spaces to make extraordinary design statements.

This unique Billy Blue course produces designers who specialise in bringing brands to life in a 3D environment.

Differentiate yourself with a nationally recognised qualification and a professional-calibre portfolio from one of the best known names in the industry.


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Quick Course Guide
Qualification	Undergraduate Degree	Start dates	Two intakes a year - enquire now about upcoming start dates
Course length	3 years full-time 6 years part-time	Pre-requisites	Portfolio plus UAI score of 60 or relevant academic/work experience
Delivery method	On campus in Sydney	Assessment	Practical assignments and exams
Delivered by	Billy Blue College of Design	Finance Options	FEE-HELP and Austudy

Build Skills and a Professional Portfolio

This design course provides you with the qualification and skills you need to specialise in 3D design and work with marketers to bring brands to life.

You'll learn about 3D design, ideas generation, brand management, design research, design studio management and more. You'll also learn how to use Flash, After-Effects, 3D Max and Photoshop.

The design work you do throughout your study contributes to a professional portfolio - your passport to a serious design career.

Course Modules

Design Culture & Theory
Ideas Generation in Visual Communication
Systems of Communication
Introduction to Design Practice
Frameworks of Design
Typography & Context
Studio Practice
Symbols & Distribution
Introduction to Design Research
3D Design 1: Theory Planning & Concept Development
Environment Planning & Visualisation
Environment Design 1: Branding

Brand Management
Environment Design 2: Retail
Interactive Spaces
Advanced Design Strategy & Application
Culture of Change and Innovation
Design Studio Management
Design & Business
Positioning the Design Practice
Independent Design Practice 1
Independent Design Practice 2
Design in Practice 1
Design in Practice 2

Gain Real Industry Exposure

Billy Blue's close relationship with the design industry enables you to gain industry exposure while you study.

Upon enrolment, you automatically receive membership to the Australian Graphic Design Association (AGDA).

The course itself is designed and delivered by industry practitioners, who share their expert knowledge and experience with you. What you learn is relevant, practical and up-to-date.

Billy Blue's in-house design studio, Project Studio, gives you the opportunity to work on commercial projects with external clients. You develop real skills and a network of contacts - including potential clients - even before you graduate.

Learn in a Supportive Environment

Billy Blue lecturers don't just teach; they act as mentors to help you achieve your goals. Committed to your success, your lecturers will work closely with you throughout your study.

Classes are kept small, with a maximum of 25 students, to ensure that you get individual attention when you need it.

In addition, you have access to industry-standard design computer labs and drawing rooms, as well as a well-stocked resource centre to further enrich your learning experience.

Pre-requisites

Mature age students: relevant academic and/or work experience plus a portfolio.
School leavers: minimum UAI / ENTER / TER score of 60 plus a portfolio.

Don't have a portfolio? Billy Blue's Certificate III in Design Fundamentals is an 18-week course specially designed to help you build the skills and portfolio required for successful tertiary study in the visual arts.

Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now for more information.

Location, Study Time & Start Dates

This design course is delivered at the Billy Blue campus in Sydney, and can be completed in three years of full-time study - or six years part-time.

Hone your design skills in a lively, creative, multicultural atmosphere - and unleash your creativity on the College's popular graffiti wall.

There are two intakes a year for this course. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now for upcoming start dates and lecture times.

Flexible Payment Options

This course is Austudy-approved. You may also be eligible for financial assistance through the Australian Government's FEE-HELP loan scheme.

Financing options from SEEK Learning are also available. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now to discuss your eligibility.

About Billy Blue College of Design

Founded in 1987 by industry professionals, Billy Blue College of Design is renowned for producing creative and successful designers.

Billy Blue graduates are recognised for their outstanding design skills and are highly sought after in the design industry.

The college is respected and renowned in the industry, so it's the clear choice for anyone seeking a career in design.

Find out more about Billy Blue College of Design.

Proven Career Outcomes
	The results speak for themselves: within 2 weeks of graduating, I was offered various jobs across many areas of design. Robbie Ellis