Eureka College

What you'll study

This programme blends traditional studio disciplines with contemporary design technologies. Early study focuses on core visual skills—drawing, colour, composition and two- and three-dimensional design—before moving into specialist strands such as graphic design, digital media, product and object design, ceramics, printmaking and textiles. Students work in studios and workshops to develop material competence alongside software skills in vector and raster graphics, page layout, web prototyping and 3D modelling.

• Foundation Studio – observational drawing, form and composition, colour theory.
• Design Principles – typography, visual hierarchy, information design and user-centred approaches.
• Digital Practice – Adobe Creative Suite fundamentals, basic web prototyping, image-making for screen and print.
• Materials and Making – hands-on workshops in ceramics, metals, textiles or wood, plus processes such as printmaking and casting.
• History and Context – design history, craft theory and contemporary practice, ethical and sustainable design considerations.
• Professional Practice – portfolio development, freelancing, project management and client communication.
• Senior Capstone – year-long thesis or collaborative project culminating in a public exhibition and professional portfolio.

Entry requirements

Typical entry requires completion of secondary education equivalent to A‑levels or high school graduation. Applicants are normally asked to submit a creative portfolio that demonstrates observational work, design thinking and finished pieces; the portfolio can include hand-made and digital work. Admissions tutors also consider a personal statement outlining interest in design, and reference(s) from a teacher or employer. Mature applicants with relevant experience are encouraged to apply and may be invited to an interview or skills task.

Career prospects

Graduates move into a wide range of creative and applied roles. Typical destinations include graphic and brand design, user experience (UX) and interface work, product and furniture design, illustration, ceramics and maker enterprises, exhibition and gallery roles, arts administration and education. The programme’s emphasis on professional practice prepares students for freelance work or small-business start-ups, while the capstone and internship opportunities help graduates build employable portfolios for careers in agencies, studios, cultural organisations and manufacturing/design firms.

Why study at Eureka College

Eureka College offers small classes, direct access to faculty and a studio-focused approach where students receive significant one-to-one feedback. The liberal-arts setting encourages cross-disciplinary study, allowing design students to combine electives in business, communication or the humanities to broaden career options. On-campus workshops and exhibition spaces provide regular opportunities to show work, and connections with local galleries, craft studios and regional employers support internships and community projects that bridge study and professional practice.