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Visual Design: Transform

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  • You must be 18 years or older to take this course. Individuals who are younger than 18 are not eligible to undertake this course
  • You must be either an Australian citizen or permanent resident to be eligible to undertake this course

Course overview

The demand for Visual Designers is expanding, with over 1,250 roles available in Australia and the field set to grow by 12.9% over the next 5 years.

This Visual Design course is highly practical, immersive and will get you industry-ready faster than other traditional courses, quickly transforming your creative instincts into the tangible skill-set employers are searching for.

Who's It For?

This course has no prerequisites and is suitable for anyone looking to make a quick transition into the world of Visual Design. If you are creative, a problem solver and enjoy the challenge of a unique brief, this is the career for you. Those interested in this course may include:

  • Career changers seeking a fresh start in Visual Design

  • Creatives keen to develop a professional focus by producing visual content for business outcomes

  • Junior designers wanting to upskill with Adobe Suite and climb the industry ladder

  • Designers keen to upskill from traditional visual media to digital asset creation

  • Anyone seeking a lifestyle change as a self-employed, freelance or contractor Visual Designer

  • Educators wanting to teach advanced digital design skills in secondary and tertiary learning

Job outcomes

  • Visual Designer

  • Digital Designer

  • Graphic Designer

  • Brand Designer

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What you'll learn

Upon successful completion of the Visual Design: Transform course, you will be able to:

  • Learn the foundational theories of design, including colour theory, typography, and layout, equipping students with the essential skills to create visually appealing designs.

  • Gain proficiency in industry-standard visual design software such as Adobe CC (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, Affer-Effects, Motion, Dimension, Portfolio) Figma, plus a range of Gen AI tools, enabling students to execute professional-level designs.

  • Understand how to develop brand identities and visual strategies to help students create cohesive and impactful brand experiences.

  • Learn to effectively communicate ideas to visually ensure that designs are not only beautiful but also functional and clear to the audience.

  • Build a comprehensive portfolio that demonstrates a range of design skills and creative thinking that is crucial for securing employment in the visual design industry.

  • Benefit from 24 weeks of personalised career support, including resume building, interview preparation, and job placement assistance, to accelerate your entry into the industry.

  • Earn an industry-recognised certificate and digital credential.

Study method

  • Online Online info icon
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended Blended info icon
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class In-class info icon
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Virtual Virtual info icon
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

Duration study load

  • 12 months, self-paced

Delivery

  • 100% online

Course features

  • Designed by experts
  • Dual focus: static + motion
  • Build a unique portfolio
  • Job-ready skills
  • Real, live client projects
  • Career support
  • Active industry connections
  • Hand-picked mentors
  • 1:1 mentor support
  • Industry-recognised certificate
  • Alumni benefits
  • Powerful learning platform
  • Social learning
  • Job guarantee

Assessment

Practical industry-standard assessments include:

  • Creative briefs and assignments
  • Quizzes
  • Client pitch simulations
  • Collaborative design projects
  • Final design showcase

Technical Requirements

  • Throughout this course, you’ll need to use Adobe Creative Cloud. Please refer to Adobe’s subscription price, which is not included in our course fees
  • The Creative Cloud desktop app has the requirements for Windows and Mac operating systems, check the system requirements
  • Tablet with stylus. Recommended: Wacom/iPad

Subjects

Core Units
Visual Design Theory
Visual Design Technical Considerations
Composition and Typography
Logos and Branding
Digital Illustration
Photo Manipulation
Web Design Basics
2D Moving Images
Footage Motion Graphics
Working with Clients and Peers
Small Business Needs
Professional Portfolio

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Payment options

We offer a wide range of flexible payment options including:

Pay in full
If you’re financing your studies with private funds or employer support and can make a full upfront payment, you’ll automatically receive a discount (a minimum of 10% off our total course price).

The RRP of this course is $9,999 however the discounted price is $8,999.10.

Pay via Study Now, Pay Later (powered by ZeeFi)
We’ve partnered with ZeeFi to offer you Study Now, Pay Later – a flexible and affordable payment plan that takes the stress out of upfront course costs. With 100% interest-free financing and repayment terms of up to 36 months, you can choose a schedule that works for you and fits your budget.

Using ZeeFi, you can enrol in this course with weekly payments of $65.71.

Pay via Study Now, Pay Later (powered by Zip)
We’ve partnered with Zip to offer you Study Now, Pay Later – a flexible and affordable payment plan that takes the stress out of upfront course costs. With 100% interest-free financing and repayment terms of up to 6 months, you can choose a schedule that works for you and fits your budget.

Using Zip, you can enrol in this course with weekly payments of $192.29.

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About Academy Xi

Transform Your Future Through Industry-Relevant Education

Join our vibrant community of changemakers and gain the skills you need to stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of design and technology. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to empower learners with practical, real-world expertise that advances careers, fuels innovative thinking, and drives meaningful impact across industries.

We offer hands-on, industry-recognized courses in:

  • Human-Centred Design (UX, UI, Graphic Design, Service Design)

  • Business & Marketing (Agile, Digital Growth Marketing, Product Management, Data Analytics)

  • Emerging Tech (Cyber)

Every course is crafted and taught by passionate industry professionals, ensuring you acquire the latest skills and insider knowledge to thrive. Whether you’re looking to future-proof your career, transition into a new field, or build your own venture, our programs give you the confidence, network, and actionable expertise to create waves of change.

Take control of your career path and step into a future of endless possibilities. Enroll today and become part of our mission to transform the world through education—one inspired individual at a time.

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