CUA51120 Diploma of Visual Arts (Product Design)
Develop your 3D design skills through hands on projects
This course gives you the opportunity to take your product design ideas all the way from concept to prototype. You'll learn in our extensive purpose-built facilities and specialised studios in the creative heart of the city.
Overview
Campus Perth
When Semester 1, 2026
How On campus
Take your product design skills to the next level
The Diploma of Visual Arts (Product Design) will extend your understanding of product design processes and professional design practice.
You will learn CAD software (Solidworks) and be introduced to digital 3D rendering techniques. You will produce detailed design specifications and refined digital portfolios that can be utilised across multiple digital platforms. You will develop advanced research and design development skills, as well as being introduced to product marketing strategies.
You will undertake a range of advanced 3D design projects including furniture, homewares, domestic lighting, wearable objects and fashion accessories.
The Diploma of Visual Arts (Product Design) is taught in our extensive purpose-built facilities based in the creative and cultural heart of the city.
- Ideation and design development strategies
- Modelmaking and prototype and construction
- Digital design techniques (including CAD and 3D rendering)
- Design specification
- Design presentation techniques
I have the following attributes:
- Creativity and a love of design
- Problem-solving skills
- Strong communication skills
- Practical with technical ability
- Intermediate computer skills and knowledge
Important information
Select your preferred campus and apply
Semester 1, 2026
Details
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
| CUAACD531 Refine drawing and other visual representation tools | $347.40 | $50.00 |
| CUAPPR511 Realise a body of creative work | $405.30 | $50.00 |
| CUAPPR512 Develop sustainability of own professional practice | $260.55 | $70.00 |
| CUAPPR513 Present a body of own creative work | $318.45 | $80.00 |
| CUAPPR515 Establish and maintain safe creative practice | $144.75 | $10.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
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$173.70 | $10.00 |
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$260.55 | $135.00 |
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$347.40 | $105.00 |
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$347.40 | $105.00 |
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$347.40 | $90.00 |
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$405.30 | $15.00 |
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$347.40 | $35.00 |
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$173.70 | $20.00 |
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$173.70 | $15.00 |
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$521.10 | $165.00 |
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for local students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
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