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Diploma of Visual Design
- Winter Park, United States
- 0.58 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
Three-year course exploring graphic design and visual communication across many disciplines.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Demonstrate core knowledge in Visual Design. Apply analytical and practical methods to discipline-specific problems. Communicate ideas effectively in academic and professional settings. Work collaboratively and apply ethical professional practice.
Career outcomes
- Visual designer
- Graphic designer
- Brand designer
- Digital designer
- Packaging designer
- Art director
- Creative director
- UX/UI designer
- Motion graphic designer
- AR/VR designer
Curriculum
- Year 1: methodology
- Drawing
- Graphic design
- Photography
- Computer graphics
- Perception theory
- Year 2: mass media theory
- Advertising communication
- Digital video
- Film history
- Year 3: digital animation
- Brand design
- Interaction design
- Semiotics and a final thesis project. 180 credits.
Entry requirements
Academic
- High school diploma or equivalent (foreign records evaluated for U.S. Equivalency)
- Admissions interview
- Government ID
- Technology assessment score 70+
- Some programmes need a math assessment or portfolio
- English proof required.
- No minimum grade published
- High school completion required.
Accepted academic background
Standard high school diploma (or GED / equivalent, Or earned associate or higher degree), Foreign credentials evaluated for U.S. Equivalency, Admissions interview, Government photo ID, Technology assessment score 70+, Some programmes need a math assessment or portfolio.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 79 (tests taken before 2026-01-21) or 4.5 (new scale
- TOEFL PBT tests taken after)
- Duolingo TOEFL PBT 550
- PTE Academic Duolingo 110
- Institutional test PTE Academic Not published
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Passport Copy
- English Language Test Results (If Applicable)
- Portfolio (If Applicable)
- Proof of Financial Support (For Visa If Applicable).
How to apply
- Review the current entry requirements and availability for Certificate in Visual Design at Full Sail University. Complete the Full Sail admissions application and submit previous academic transcripts and identity documents. Provide proof of English proficiency and any program-specific selection materials if requested. Attend the admission interview or selection assessment as instructed. Pay the application fee according to the current institutional payment instructions. If admitted
- Follow the enrollment instructions and arrange a student visa or study permit if applicable.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $18,000 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Winter Park |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Art & Design |
| Department | Department of Visual Design |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 18 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
November 2026
Applications closed
9 Feb 2026
Closed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 0.58 years.
Tuition is $18,000 USD per year. The application fee is $75 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $21,000 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79 (tests taken before 2026-01-21) or 4.5 (new scale, TOEFL PBT tests taken after), Duolingo TOEFL PBT 550, PTE Academic Duolingo 110, Institutional test PTE Academic Not published. An interview is required.