Bachelor of Design (Graphic Design) — study plan
- Credit hours
- 600
- Levels
- 3
- Courses
- 26
- Degree
- bachelor
The Bachelor of Design (Graphic Design) study plan at Curtin University Dubai is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 2 years (3 academic levels), requiring 600 credit hours across 26 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Year 1 300 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GRDE1004 | Design Computing | 25 |
| GRDE1006 | Design Principles and Process | 25 |
| GRDE1024 | Design Theory in Practice | 25 |
| COMS1003 | Culture to Cultures | 25 |
| FASH1002 | Fashion Values Elective | 25 |
| GRDE1002 | Photography Core Principles Elective | 25 |
| GRDE1003 | 3D Design Practice Elective | 25 |
| GRDE1015 | Illustration Fundamentals Elective | 25 |
| GRDE1018 | Digital User Experience Design Elective | 25 |
| GRDE1028 | Motion Design Studio Elective | 25 |
| GRDE1026 | Start Design Thinking | 25 |
| GRDE1005 | Typography | 25 |
Year 2 100 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GRDE2044 | Design History and Culture | 25 |
| GRDE2026 | Creative Design Studio | 25 |
| GRDE2001 | Graphic Design 1 | 25 |
| GRDE2007 | Graphic Design 2 | 25 |
Year 3 255 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GRDE3034 | Design Capstone Project | 25 |
| COMM3003 | Business Internship Elective | 25 |
| GRDE3025 | Creative Design Project Elective | 25 |
| GRDE3030 | Emerging Digital Experience Studio Elective | 25 |
| WORK3000 | Work Based Project Elective | 25 |
| XINO3000 | International Study Tour Elective | 25 |
| Select electives to the value of 100 Elective | 30 | |
| GRDE3001 | Graphic Design 3 | 25 |
| GRDE3010 | Graphic Design 4 | 25 |
| GRDE3009 | Visual Communication | 25 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about Bachelor of Design (Graphic Design)
How many credit hours is Bachelor of Design (Graphic Design) at Curtin University Dubai?
Bachelor of Design (Graphic Design) at Curtin University Dubai requires completing 600 credit hours to graduate, spread across 26 courses.
How many years is Bachelor of Design (Graphic Design) at Curtin University Dubai?
The study plan for Bachelor of Design (Graphic Design) spans about 2 years (3 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Bachelor of Design (Graphic Design) award?
Bachelor of Design (Graphic Design) at Curtin University Dubai awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 600 credit hours.