Bachelor of Design and Interactive Technologies

What you will learn when you study a Bachelor of Design (or equivalent) will vary depending on the education provider you choose.

At UniSQ all our Bachelor of Design and Interactive Technologies students study industry relevant core courses that provide you with the transferrable skills to thrive in a variety of Media and Communication environments. These courses include learnings on:

• persuasive communication
• creative and critical thinking
• cultural responsibilities and creative communities
• making and managing your arts career. 

This will vary depending on your personal and professional goals. Design and technology degrees go by a variety of different names such as a Bachelor of Design or Bachelor of Game Design so it can feel like challenge looking at all your options.

A good place to start is thinking about your experience in the industry and what you're passionate about. Once you identify what you love about design it will help bring out your strengths when it comes to choosing what design and technology degree is right for you. At UniSQ we offer two different specialisations.

Apps & Interactive Systems Development - Through apps development, game environment production, and exploring augmented systems, you will develop the cutting-edge skills required for entry and success in these emerging and exciting fields.

Digital Media - Develop your creativity as well as analytical and technical skills, and build a portfolio of work in digital media and interactive system design, animation and production, and digital media content/project management.

Need to talk through your options? Get in touch with one of our iconnect support staff to talk through your Media and Communication degree options.  

Gain a strong start to your career in Media and Communication with UniSQ’s Bachelor of Design and Interactive Technologies:

• Build a cross-disciplinary skillset which will enable you to work and adapt in this high-functioning field.
• Explore all facets of the design pipeline and learn industry-standard tools and have the opportunity to connect with industry professionals.
• UniSQ has been named in the top 350 universities worldwide by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings, 2023. 
• We are #1 in QLD for social equity and first generation students*
• UniSQ is rated 5/5 stars for undergraduates starting salaries* 

^{* Good Universities Guide, 2024.} 

In most instances, to qualify for entry into undergraduate design and technology degrees such as a Bachelor of Design or Bachelor of Game Design you will require an ATAR. These entry requirements will vary depending on the education provider you choose.

At UniSQ, to gain entry into our Bachelor of Design and Interactive Technologies you need to meet a minimum ATAR and assumed knowledge. ‘Assumed knowledge’ is the term we use to explain the minimum level of knowledge we presume you have in some subjects before you start your degree.

If you don’t have an ATAR, don’t worry! You can partake in an interview to apply for entry into a Design and Interactive Technology degree at UniSQ.

For further information on ATAR, assumed knowledge and interviews please view the entry requirements section of the specific major you’re interested in studying.

Did you know, to help you meet entry requirements, we can convert your work experience, qualifications or high school studies into a selection rank? If you don’t meet the entry requirements, we have many pathway options you can explore.

Do you still have questions? Get in touch with one of our iconnect support staff to talk through your options. 

You will have many opportunities to put theory into practice when you study a design and technology degree at UniSQ. You will gain practical, hands-on experience to prepare you for commercial and independent design career paths. Our Bachelor of Design and Interactive Technologies degrees focus on creating high-quality creative output and learning essential professional skills, including working to client briefs and collaborating in team environments.

Continue to enhance your practical skills by attending residential schools. This provides you with the opportunity to experience hands-on practical activities, attend face-to-face lectures and tutorials, use facilities, and meet academics and other students. You may need to attend residential schools at various times through the year (typically in the mid-semester break) and be away from home for days or a few weeks at a time.

Through real-world practical projects in digital media production, apps development, game environment production, and augmented/virtual reality systems, you will develop the innovative skills required for entry and success in these emerging and exciting fields. 

All of our degrees focus on developing your ability to apply the skills and knowledge you’ve gained to the career of your choice. Graduating with a Bachelor of Design or Bachelor of Game Design qualification (or equivalent) opens up many career prospects. The jobs you may be interested in will vary depending on the Design and Interactive Technologies specialisation you choose to study. Some career opportunities include roles such as:

• web designer and mobile app design
• user experience designer
• motion graphics/animator
• virtual reality and augmented systems
• 2D and 3D design
• digital projects
• content and technology management
• interactive creative artist. 

The different ways you can study a design and technology degree such as a Bachelor of Design or Bachelor of Game Design will vary from uni to uni. At UniSQ, yes you can study a Bachelor of Design and Interactive Technologies degree part-time, on-campus or externally, allowing you to balance study with your work and life commitments.

Work towards your undergraduate qualification at your own pace with our flexible learning options. Immerse yourself in campus life or learn your subject theory online and attend on-campus residential schools/industry experience when required.

Discover the different ways you can study at UniSQ.