FAQs

Australian Skills Quality Authority

The Australian Academy of Graphic Design is owned and operated by Further Learning Australia Pty Ltd (a Registered Training Organisation) RTO Code 46046, enabling us to offer the nationally accredited CUA50725 Diploma of Graphic Design. This Vocational Education and Training (VET) Accredited course is regulated by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA).

International Approval and Registration Centre (IARC)

In addition, the Australian Academy of Graphic Design is recognised by the International Approval and Registration Centre (IARC) a not-for-profit association founded in 1999. IARC independently reviews course content, delivery, assessment and administration, providing assurance that the Academy meets quality standards expected in post-secondary education.

View full details of our recognitions and approvals.

Our courses have been carefully designed to provide an up-to-date and practical educational experience to ensure that our students are primed to succeed upon graduation. Our comprehensive course materials have been developed in collaboration with leading industry experts.

Once you have registered on a course, you will receive login details to the student area of our website called the Online Learning Centre. This is where you will be able to access all your course materials which include: practical, instructional videos; written content on a variety of topics tailored to your subject area; and vocationally relevant assignments. All course materials are created by industry experts.

When you register for a course, you will be assigned your tutors and be given login details to the student area of our website called the Online Learning Centre. Your supportive tutors will guide you through the learning process and you can contact them directly by email or through the forum which can be accessed through the Online Learning Centre.

If you have any issues or questions about the Online Learning Centre, your payments, your student card or upgrading your course, you can contact Student Services.

Yes. Graduates of the MSF50725 Diploma of Graphic Design and the Professional Certificate are eligible for an optional work placement with a graphic design company. All placements are made in the Melbourne and Sydney areas. Please note that you need to be eligible to work in Australia.

All our courses are taught through English. Our Certificate, Advanced Certificate and Professional Certificate courses have no minimum educational requirement. Students enrolling on the CUA50725 Diploma of Graphic Design are required to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) test as part of their pre-enrolment.

Our home study courses offer you the flexibility to complete your assignments when it is convenient for you. This ensures you can work at your own pace but always with the support of your tutors.

By choosing one of our classroom-based courses, you have the benefit of attending classes either every other Saturday or one evening a week. Whatever option you choose, you'll receive the guidance and support of our expert tutors, while also being able to complete the assignments at your own pace. This approach ensures that you receive the optimum support and knowledge required, with the least amount of disruption to your personal schedule.

Our live online classes combine the convenience of studying from home with the experience of a classroom environment where students can interact with our skilled tutors in real-time. This dynamic environment enables students to ask questions, participate in class discussions, and receive instant feedback. It also creates a learning community and camaraderie that can help keep students motivated and engaged throughout their course. Our live online classes also make it easier for students to attend classes with minimal compromise to their own busy schedule.

To discuss the option that best suits your needs, please contact us and our experienced team will help you choose the course which is right for you.

Assignments are designed to be vocationally relevant to your area of study. In general, the skills you demonstrate in your first assignment will be built upon as you work through each assignment. This progression will ensure you can confidently use these skills in real-world scenarios. With the careful guidance of your tutors, you will be asked to submit a range of work which will include written assignments, practical work, presentations and more.

Completed assignments are uploaded to our Online Learning Centre. You will get access to the Online Learning Centre once you register for your course.

Constructive feedback on your assignment will be available from our secure Online Learning Centre within two weeks of submitting the assignment.

You can create your virtual student card in the My Account area of your student online learning centre and view it instantly.

Once you register for your course you will be given access to the Online Learning Centre where you will find all your course resources. Home study students have access to these resources for three years from the date of enrolment. Classroom-based students have access to these resources for three years from the date of their first class.

Yes. We hold an annual Graduation Ceremony where all students who have successfully completed a course during the year can receive their award.