Be at the forefront of digital design
UX designers shape the digital platforms, apps and products we use every day. User experience considers how people interact with technology, how it makes them feel, and how to help them complete a task, buy a product or have a conversation.
- Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
- * Estimated tuition fees are based on 2025 rates. Refer to international fees for more information.
- Not all majors/minors and elective options are available at every campus. You should refer to the What Can I Study tab, and the proposed study sequence for your chosen campus and intake for further information.
UX designers shape the digital platforms, apps and products we use every day. User experience considers how people interact with technology, how it makes them feel, and how to help them complete a task, buy a product or have a conversation.
This specialised degree builds the technical and creative ability you’ll need to work in this dynamic, fast-growing field. You’ll develop a broad skillset in design, user testing and project management, and graduate with a professional, industry-ready portfolio.
Creating a user-centric online experience is becoming increasingly important for organisations that want to maintain a high-quality online presence. This program will provide you with the technical, creative and project management skills you need to take advantage of growing opportunities in the field.
- Understand the principles of digital design, visual storytelling and human-computer interactivity
- Learn how to design and develop user-centred digital products, including websites and apps
- Work with cutting-edge technologies, including augmented and virtual reality
- Gain hands-on experience through internships or industry projects
Career opportunities:
- Digital designer
- UX designer
- Interactive designer
- App developer
- Interface designer
- Web designer
- Multimedia developer
Program structure
Introductory courses (7) 84 units
CMN101 Animal Form, Function and Evolution
COR109 Marine Vertebrates: Sharks, Seabirds, Fish, Turtles and Whales
DES101 Biodiversity and Ecology
DES102 Science Research Methods
DES104 Discovering Science
DES105 Cell Biology
DES107 Introductory Bioscience
Developing and Graduate courses (9) 108 units
CMN202 Advanced Statistics in Psychology
CMN313 Advanced Theoretical Issues in Psychology
DES200 Professional Practice of Psychology
DES221 Ethical and Professional Issues In Psychology
DES222 Research Dissertation A
DES307 Research Dissertation B
DES308 Introduction to Creative Entrepreneurship
DES309 Communication and Thought
PLUS select 1 course (12 units) from:
CMN311 Grammars of Design
CMN312 Visual Storytelling
Elective courses (8) 96 units
Select 8 elective courses from the undergraduate elective course options. Students are strongly encouraged to use their electives to complete courses in the available Design disciplines.
Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.
Total units: 288
Recommended study sequences
Program requirements and notes
In order to graduate you must:
- Successfully complete 288 units as outlined in the Program Structure
- Complete no more than 10 introductory level (100 coded) courses
Program Notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 units per semester (normally 4 courses) and following the recommended study sequence
- The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified
- It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of academic calendar dates
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods which may include essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations
- As part of your USC program, you may apply to Study Overseas to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students on Student visa
- Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses