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Bachelor of Industrial Design (Honours) (2131) (111849E)

Bachelor's degree, Arts, design and media. Griffith University - Gold Coast, Southport, Queensland, Australia.

Level
Bachelor's degree
Field
Arts, design and media
School
Griffith University - Gold Coast
Location
Southport, Queensland, Australia
Tuition (first year)
40,000 AUD
Application fee
Free
Earliest intake
Mar 2027
Living costs (school estimate)
29,710 AUD a year
School type
Public
DLI number
00233E

Program overview

Bachelor of Industrial Design (Honours) (2131) (111849E) is a bachelor's degree program in arts, design and media at Griffith University - Gold Coast, a public institution in Southport, Queensland, Australia, founded in 1971.

First-year tuition is listed at 40,000 AUD and the application fee at Free. The earliest intake currently open is Mar 2027.

Applications to Griffith University - Gold Coast typically receive a decision in 2 days and 3 hours, based on recent applications.

Cost of the first year

Plan for about 69,710 AUD for the first year before travel, insurance and visa fees. The visa application charge and the living-cost figure are set by the government and have changed in recent years. Tuition varies widely by provider and course. Use the Home Affairs pages for the current visa charge and funds requirement.

Figures are as listed in October 2026. Schools revise tuition every year, so confirm the current amount with the school before you pay a deposit.

ItemAmount (AUD)
Tuition, first year40,000 AUD
Living costs, first year (school estimate)29,710 AUD
Application fee (one time)Free
Estimated first-year total69,710 AUD

How the tuition compares in Australia

Our directory lists 291 bachelor's degree programs in arts, design and media at 29 schools in Australia. Their median first-year tuition is 36,480 AUD, and the middle half cost between 33,000 AUD and 38,000 AUD.

At 40,000 AUD, Bachelor of Industrial Design (Honours) (2131) (111849E) is 10% above the median, in the most expensive quarter. The full range runs from 20,960 AUD to 50,950 AUD.

Lower-cost bachelor's degree options in arts, design and media

If budget matters, these bachelor's degree programs in arts, design and media have some of the lowest listed first-year tuition in Australia.

ProgramSchoolTuition (1st year)
Bachelor of Interior Design (071917M) - Design Centre EnmoreTAFE NSW, Ultimo20,960 AUD
Bachelor of 2D Animation (109417C)Academy of Interactive Technology (AIT) - Sydney, Sydney21,200 AUD
Bachelor of 2D Animation (109414F)Academy of Interactive Technology (AIT) - Melbourne, Melbourne21,400 AUD
Bachelor of 2D Animation (110538E)Collarts, Melbourne24,880 AUD
University Diploma - Graphic Design (C5409) (105817H) + Associate Degree - Graphic Design (AD022) (078839G) + Bachelor of Graphic Design (BP115P26) (117452M)Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT) - Brunswick, Brunswick25,250 AUD
Diploma of Communications and Creative Industries (092033G) + Bachelor of Counselling (083640C)Edith Cowan College - Joondalup, Joondalup26,000 AUD

Plan for the Mar 2027 intake

Working back from a Mar 2027 start, this is a realistic plan. Popular programs can fill early, so the earlier end of each window is safer. The main intakes are February or March and July, with some providers adding more. Plan your application several months ahead.

ByStep
May 2026Shortlist programs, check entry requirements and book your English test.
July 2026Prepare your statement of purpose, references and transcripts, then apply.
September 2026Receive offers, compare total costs and accept one.
November 2026Pay the deposit, gather funds evidence and apply for the student visa.
February 2027Book travel and accommodation once the visa is approved.

Entry requirements and documents

Griffith University - Gold Coast sets the exact entry requirements for Bachelor of Industrial Design (Honours) (2131) (111849E). For a bachelor's degree, applicants usually need the following.

Providers and the visa accept a range of tests such as IELTS, TOEFL and PTE Academic, with minimums that depend on the course and provider.

  • Class 12 marksheets and certificate (or the school's accepted equivalent).
  • A personal statement or statement of purpose.
  • A reference from a teacher or school.
  • A valid passport.
  • English test results, unless the school waives them.

Student visa: Student visa (subclass 500)

Students from India need a Student visa (subclass 500) to study in Australia. Department of Home Affairs decides the application.

The subclass 500 visa requires an enrolment at a registered provider, health cover for the stay and evidence that you are a genuine student with enough money. Policy settings for international students have changed often, so use the Home Affairs pages as the source of truth.

  • Choose a course at a provider registered for international students and apply for admission.
  • Accept the offer, pay the required deposit and receive the Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).
  • Arrange Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the stay.
  • Prepare the genuine student statement, financial evidence, English evidence and identity documents, then apply online.

After you graduate

Eligible graduates may apply for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485). Eligibility depends on the qualification, the visa stream and age limits, and settings have changed, so read the current requirements.

Scholarships at Griffith University - Gold Coast

Check the eligibility rules for each scholarship before you apply. Some are applied automatically, others need a separate application.

  • International Academic Merit Scholarship: 20.0% of tuition
  • Vice Chancellor's International Scholarship: 50.0% of tuition

How to apply with Study Spectra

  • Send us your marksheets, English test result (or test plan) and budget.
  • We check your profile against Bachelor of Industrial Design (Honours) (2131) (111849E) and suggest alternatives if it is a stretch.
  • We prepare your statement of purpose and documents, and submit the application.
  • When the offer arrives, we help with the deposit, funds evidence and the student visa file.

Questions students ask

How much is the tuition for Bachelor of Industrial Design (Honours) (2131) (111849E)?

First-year tuition is listed at 40,000 AUD. Living costs are extra; Griffith University - Gold Coast estimates 29,710 AUD a year. Confirm the current fee with the school.

What is the application fee?

This program lists no application fee.

When is the next intake?

The earliest intake currently open is Mar 2027. Start your application about eight months before that.

Is Bachelor of Industrial Design (Honours) (2131) (111849E) a degree?

It is listed as a bachelor's degree. The school awards the degree on completion.

Which visa do I need to study in Australia?

You need a Student visa (subclass 500), decided by Department of Home Affairs. Apply after you accept an offer and can show the required funds.

Can Study Spectra help me apply?

Yes. We check your profile, prepare your documents and submit your application to Griffith University - Gold Coast, then help with the visa. The first call is free.

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