Visual Communication

Combine art, design and technology to tell visual stories

Visual communication is about telling stories through imagery, from branding and publication design to graphic animation, illustration, photography, data visualisation and digital experience design.

In our Visual Communication program, you’ll uncover your unique design identity by embracing both traditional and experimental design techniques and technologies. Combine technical skills development with the study of sustainable design principles and emerge as a creative, inclusive and socially responsive practitioner.

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Internationally ranked
#1 in Sydney

UTS is number one in Sydney and number 46 in the world for Art and Design.

QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024
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Student experience
Industry connections

Our Visual Communication students benefit from our industry connections at Google, the City of Sydney, Sydney Living Museums, Collider, Saatchi & Saatchi, Westpac and more.
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Graduate outcomes
5 stars

Our Humanities and Social Science courses have received five stars for Graduate Salary and Graduate Full-Time Employment.

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Why study Visual Communication?

Design thinking and practice is now central to problem-solving in almost any people-oriented business. So design qualifications can position you for a multitude of new and emerging careers. Added to that, a Bachelor of Design in Visual Communication can qualify you for work in a range of design-specific roles.

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