Swinburne University of Technology - Melbourne Australia
Future Students - Courses
Course Description:
This course prepares students for careers in graphic design by providing a foundation program in design theory and practice. This stream emphasises preparatory training in graphic design, enabling students to apply for further vocation design studies in TAFE or degree courses.
Aims & Objectives:
This course aims to provide an overview of the historical and contextual basis for design as well as providing an introduction to the practical skills and the aesthetic engagement required for a designer.
Units of Study:
Prahran Campus Delivery VDES02A Apply the design process to 2 dimensional work in response to a brief VDES05A Interpret and respond to a brief VCRS05A Use typography techniques for design work VCOR09A Select and apply drawing techniques and media to represent and communicate the concept VVSP11A Apply techniques to produce digital images VIMA01AZ Produce and manipulate digital images VSAF01B Follow health, safety and security procedures VDSP04AZ Research and apply the history and theory of design to design practice VCOR04A Originate concept for own work and conduct critical discourse VDSP02A Develop self as designer VDES03A Apply the design process to 3 dimensional work in response to a brief VSP14A Appy techniques to produce drawings VDSP11A Research and apply techniques for illustrative work VDSP07A Research and apply techniques for graphic design VDES04A Integrate colour theory and design processes in response to a brief VDES01A Apply colour theory in response to a brief VDSP01A Source and apply design industry knowledge VPP21BA Select and apply type VPP11BA Develop a basic design concept VVSP13A Research and experiment with techniques for digital image enhancement and manipulation VADM13A Research and critique cultural works VVSP12A Produce digital images Wantirna Campus Delivery VCRS05A Use typography techniques for design work VDES01A Apply colour theory in response to a brief VDES02A Apply the design process to 2 dimensional work in response to a brief VVSP11A Apply techniques to produce digital images VSAF01B Follow health, safety and security procedures VDSP01A Source and apply design industry knowledge VDSP04AZ Research and apply the history and theory of design to design practice VCRS06A Make scale models VDES03A Apply the design process to 3 dimensional work in response to a brief VDSP11A Research and apply techniques for illustrative work VDSP15A Research and apply techniques for application to spatial design VCOR03A Develop, refine and communicate concepts for own work VDSP07A Research and apply techniques for graphic design VDES04A Integrate colour theory and design processes in response to a brief VVSP12A Produce digital images VCOR09A Select and apply drawing techniques and media to represent and communicate the concept VCOR04A Originate concept for own work and conduct critical discourse VDES05A Interpret and respond to a brief VVSP45A Produce Prints
Entry Requirements:
Satisfactory completion of an appropriate Victorian Year 12 or its equivalent, or mature age. It is also expected that applicants will have competencies in art and design, numeracy and literacy that will enable them to achieve the course objectives. Applicants for the program at Prahran campus will be expected to have more advanced competencies to secure admission into the course. All applicants will be required to present a folio of their art work at interview.
ENTER:
Individual Offer
Credit Transfer:
Applicants with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of this course may be granted 'credit' and/or entry to the course with 'advanced standing'. University policies apply and applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. For further information refer to the Credit Transfer Guide at: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/corporate/marketing/pathways//
Pathways (articulation):
An advanced credit transfer system, known as the Pathways program, is in place at Swinburne. Through Pathways, students with one or more of a wide range of post-secondary qualifications (both local and international) can gain entry into a course with advanced standing. Certain subject requirements must be met and an acceptable standard of results achieved in order to gain admission and for maximum credit to be granted. For further information refer to the Credit Transfer Guide at: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/corporate/marketing/pathways// Prahran Campus Completion of Certificate IV in Design & Enhancement with distinctions of 75% or above in 50% of units and no fails will ensure direct entry into year 2 of the Bachelor of Design (Communication Design), with possible entry into Bachelor of Design (Interior Design), Bachelor of Design (Industrial Design) or Bachelor of Design (Multimedia Design) Wantirna Campus Completion of Certificate IV in Design with a credit average and no fails will ensure direct entry into year 1 of the Bachelor of Design (Communication Design), Bachelor of Design (Interior Design), Bachelor of Design (Industrial Design) or Bachelor of Design (Multimedia Design)
Recognition of Prior Learning:
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Further details for students considering TAFE courses can be found on the RPL website.
Course Fees:
The Victorian Government is introducing a new TAFE fee structure from 1 July 2009. There are new eligibility requirements regarding Government Funded places. Details on Swinburne TAFE Fees can be found at: www.swinburne.edu.au/fees information on the eligibility criteria at: www.skills.vic.gov.au/tafe_students/student-faqs
Application Procedure:
Applications must be made through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC). VTAC codes: 78011 (Prahran); 71011 (Wantirna) For further information, visit the VTAC website at: http://www.vtac.edu.au After applying to VTAC applicants MUST contact the Department of Arts to receive further information with regard to a supplementary application form. Applicants will be asked to supply evidence through the presentation of a folio of art work of their artistic ability at interview. Your folio should include examples of the following: observational drawing, developmental sketches and workbooks, photography, life drawings and/or graphic design work. The criteria used for assessing the art work are: manipulative and technical art skills, accuracy, sense of design, proportion and colour, neatness, and acuteness of observation.
Further information:
Submit an Online Enquiry Tel: 1300 368 777 Email: study@swinburne.edu.au TAFE School of Arts, Hospitality & Sciences website
