Help others to understand the new world
Tailor your communications and graphic design course with subjects in communication studies, screen media, professional and creative writing, social media, journalism, digital media production, architectural design, design theory, graphic and visual arts, and more.
Choose CDU for communications and design courses
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100% flexible to study however it suits you
Choose to study online or on campus, part time or full time
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Hands-on industry projects and placements
Graduate with the skills you need to succeed
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Learn with industry-standard technologies and tools
To graduate industry ready
Top communications and design courses
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Bachelor of Arts (Creative and Digital Arts)
See course structureLearn about creative theory and business practices and complete a range of creative projects using new and emerging design technologies.
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Bachelor of Arts (Communications and Digital Media)
See course structureLearn about social media, media ethics, creative and professional writing, and multi-screen communication.
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Creative Arts and Design
Explore vocational trainingUnleash your natural talents with a practical course in in screen and new media, music, visual arts or design, and creative writing.
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Enabling Courses
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Vocational Education & Training
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Study your way with confidence
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Study pathways
Find out moreAt CDU, there's a study pathway for everyone.
Explore our course and student types, admission requirements and pathways to study so you can apply with confidence.
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How to apply
Learn moreCharles Darwin University believes a multicultural student body is good for everyone and encourages international students to apply.
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Flexible study options
Find out moreWhatever your motivation is, we can guide you in the right direction. With on-campus, online, part-time and full-time study options, you'll have the flexibility and support to do it your way.
Inside CDU's communication and design courses
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Nancy is achieving her architectural design dreams
Read moreThe support and flexibility that comes with a CDU arts degree in architectural design is setting Nancy on the path to success to pursue a career in architecture.
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That's a wrap: Ashleigh's path to ABC
Read moreAshleigh's passion for media began at a young age when, with friends, she’d create short film clips dancing in the living room. Lights, camera, action were all part of their play. Fast forward to years later and not much had changed.
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From technology to photography: How BP’s switching careers
Read moreBP recently returned to study to find way to turn his passion for photography and filmmaking into a profession. Having a full-time job and a young family made study challenging but with support, BP found success.