BDes

Design

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Key facts

  • Degree type
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    3 years
  • Delivery method
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    37,700AUD
  • Start date
    Feb, Jul
  • QS Ranking
    #487

Program overview

What Edith Cowan University says about their program:

Bachelor of Design is a programme offered at Edith Cowan University. The programme provides a structured pathway for students who want to study this subject area in a higher education setting.

Delivered as part of the broader academic offering at Edith Cowan University, Bachelor of Design is designed to support students through a balanced mix of taught content and applied learning. The programme aims to build subject knowledge alongside transferable skills that students can carry into further study or work.

Students enrolled on Bachelor of Design benefit from the wider learning environment at Edith Cowan University, including the academic support and student services available across the institution. The programme is intended to give a clear, supported route through the chosen field of study.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of high school/ secondary education

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of a bachelor's degree (four or five years) in a suitable subject from a recognised university with a minimum grade of Second Class Honours Lower Division (2

    2) or equivalent.

English proficiency

English proficiency is required; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent.

English proficiency waivers

Documents required

  • Passport
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Degree certificate or diploma
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Statement of purpose or personal statement
  • Recommendation letters
  • Finance proof
  • Translations
  • Credential evaluations
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Required grades

  • A levels

    DDE

  • International Baccalaureate (IB)

    24

All grade information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official program page for the latest information on required grades.

Additional requirements

Documents

  • Academic transcripts/records for previous study and other required academic documentation must be supplied; international applicants must also meet ECU's English competency requirements. Where applicable, provide certified English translations of documents not issued in English.
  • Applicants must have completed a major in design or a related field, which includes three years of degree-level study comprising at least six units, including at least two units of practical application in designing and producing

Creative and performance

  • Applicants are required to submit a digital portfolio of their work as part of the application process, especially if they do not have an ATAR

How to apply

  • Direct

    Fixed deadline
    Application feeFee not confirmed
    Fee waiverNot stated for this route

Scholarships at Edith Cowan University

  • 2026 ECU International Excellence Scholarship

    Official page

    A scholarship for international students from selected countries who can demonstrate strong academic achievement. Eligible future undergraduate international students can receive a 20% tuition fee reduction.

  • 2026 International Undergraduate Scholarship

    Official page

    A scholarship for international students from selected countries applying for a bachelor degree at Edith Cowan University in 2026. It offers a 20% tuition fee reduction for the duration of the eligible course.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

Edith Cowan University provides fee information that can help students understand how study costs may be structured or may vary across options. Edith Cowan University encourages students to review official funding and financial-support information to confirm what cost guidance or support may be available.

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What is the cost of living near Edith Cowan University?

Category Cost  (in Australian Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$2,400Range: $1,900 to $3,200· Australia average
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,007Range: $715 to $1,300
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$152
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$65Range: $43 to $87
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$65
Monthly public transport pass$119Range: $87 to $195
Monthly grocery basket$498Range: $347 to $650
Books and study supplies (monthly)$63Range: $42 to $83
Coffee shop drink$5Range: $4 to $7· Australia average
Cinema or cultural event ticket$23Range: $18 to $28· Australia average
Gym membership$70Range: $50 to $100· Australia average

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced), ecu.edu.au (University published) and mastersportal.com (Editorial estimate).

Visa requirements for Edith Cowan University

Navigating the visa process is a crucial step in your study abroad journey. Make sure to seek guidance and support to ensure you meet all necessary requirements for your time at Edith Cowan University.