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Communication and creative arts single units

Have a creative itch that needs scratching? With our single units, you can explore a passion and connect with like-minded creatives in your field. Upskill in your downtime, and use your new talents to unlock career opportunities.

Learn big skills with these bite-sized units

Whether you want to become a social media guru or master the written word, our single units can teach you the specialised skills you need to make your goals a reality. Plus, every unit is available on our premium online learning platform, allowing you to study when and where it suits you.

Single units available for study

  • Social Media Content Creation

    Single unit

    Learn to explore, examine and experience contemporary social media content creation in relation to diverse digital contexts.

    Study mode: Online and on campus

    Intakes: November and March

    Unit code: ALC708

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  • Creating Your Arts Business

    Single unit

    Explore strategic and creative approaches to marketing, as well as entrepreneurship and creative business planning.

    Study mode: Online and on campus

    Intake: July

    Unit code: ACA715

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  • Design Thinking and Problem Solving

    Single unit

    Investigate ‘design thinking’ as a strategic methodology and problem-solving process, using creative tools to solve challenges.

    Study mode: Online and on campus

    Intakes: March

    Unit code: ACG708

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  • Digital Curation in the Age of AI

    Single unit

    Learn how to creatively select and assemble media elements to create personal and brand identities.

    Study mode: Online and on campus

    Intake: March

    Unit code: ALC703

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  • Digital Publishing

    Single unit

    Explore typography, designs principles, grids, forms and structures, and learn how to transfer your designs from hand to digital formats.

    Study mode: Online and on campus

    Intake: July

    Unit code: ACG702

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Progressive, real-world learning. Online.

Digital is in our DNA, with 40 years of experience in distance and online learning. Invest in your skills by studying one of our industry-led online short courses, and secure your place in the future of work alongside our dynamic community of 60,000+ online learners.

  • Introduction to Digital Photography

    Single unit

    Develop a range of skills, including basic digital photography, image retouching, colour correction and much more.

    Study mode: Online and on campus

    Intake: March

    Unit code: ACI700

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  • Media Law and Ethics

    Single unit

    Understand the legal rights and risks involved with being a professional communicator.

    Study mode: Online and on campus

    Intakes: July and November

    Unit code: ACC717

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  • Making Sense of Communities Online

    Single unit

    Utilise netnography and other tools to understand community dynamics and social patterns of interaction online.

    Study mode: Online and on campus

    Intake: March

    Unit code: ALC702

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