Swinburne University of Technology - Melbourne Australia
Future Students - Courses
Course Description:
The Associate Degree of Interactive Digital Media has been developed to equip individuals with underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills for success in employment in the digital media and communication field. Individuals will be able to apply solutions to a range of problems through analysis, and evaluate information from a variety of sources. Leadership and guidance to others is also provided. This program will provide individuals with the core skills and knowledge required to work in roles such as an animation visual effects designer or interactive media developer and communicator. (Students holding an international student visa are required to study full-time.)
Aims & Objectives:
Knowledge of underpinning theoretical, practical and historical contexts for digital media and communicationKnowledge of digital and interactive mediaExperience working with a range of visual communication and new media techniquesAble to think creatively and independently to solve problemsAble to provide recommendations in response to design briefsAble to analyse and critically evaluate personal performanceAble to use and demonstrate a broad set of interactive media applicationsAble to undertake applied investigationAble to work corroboratively on design briefs and meet professional standards
Course Structure:
The Associate Degree of Interactive Digital Media consists of 16 units of study, totalling 200 credit points. At the conclusion of the first 18 months of study, students may be eligible to exit with a VET diploma and/or substantial recognition towards a diploma.
Units of Study:
First year unitsHADT101 Visual communicationHADT102 Ideas generation and development in detail mediaHADT103 Contextual and cultural referencing in art and designHADT105 Interactive media design and prototypingHADT106 Animation techniques for interactivityHADT107 2D, 3D and time-based digital applicationsHADT110 Project design, implementation and evaluationHAD122 Digital video and audio Second year units HADT203 Business practice in digital mediaHADT204 Communication with imagesHADT206 Interactive media web authoringHADT208 Digital photographyHADT210 Investigative projectHAD113 Digital content managementHAD213 User experience design Plus one of the following:HAJM120 Media lawHAM220 Business of mediaHAD240 Digital narratives (Students holding an international student visa are required to study full-time.)
Education Abroad:
Swinburne offers International Exchange Programs as well as other Education Abroad Programs to help students internationalise their degree. International Exchange is an academic program allowing students to study at a Swinburne Partner Institution for one or two semesters during their degree. Swinburne's Partner Institutions offer many relevant subjects as well as a secure base to explore a different culture. Studies done on exchange can be credited towards the Swinburne degree, provided they are relevant and approved by Swinburne. For further information visit the Education Abroad website at http://www.international.swinburne.edu.au/study-abroad/
Career Opportunities:
Possible job titles include: animation or visual effects designer, information architect, instructional designer, interactive media author and developer, interface designer, digital artist, media asset producer, and web designer.
Graduate Attributes:
Capable in their chosen paraprofessional and vocational areas, with the ability to work within the design industry and with other clientsEntrepreneurial in contributing to innovation and development within their business, workplace or communityEffective and ethical in work and community situations, with the ability to evaluate and monitor their own artistic work performanceAdaptable and able to manage change, with the ability to redefine briefs within time and cost constraintsAware of local and international environments in which they will be contributing, with the ability to build and maintain networks and relationships
Entry Requirements:
Standard entry - Year 12Successful completion of VCE or an equivalent qualification. Standard entry - non Year 12Students not holding an appropriate Year 12 or equivalent qualification may submit a direct application. Any previous qualifications and/or work experience may be taken into consideration. TAFE or other universities, institutionsStudents who have completed an advanced diploma or diploma may be given some credit for their studies. The level of credit granted may depend on the relevance of their qualification to the program in which they are enrolling.
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/credit/
Pathways (articulation):
An advanced credit transfer system, known as the Pathways program is in place at Swinburne. Upon satisfactory completion of the associate degree, students will be eligible for a guaranteed entry and direct pathway into a bachelor degree program with credit granted for studies completed under the associate degree. For further information refer to http://www.future.swinburne.edu.au/pathways/
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 can be found on the RPL website at http://www.future.swinburne.edu.au/pathways/rpl/
Course Fees:
For information about Swinburne's fees visit: www.swinburne.edu.au/fees
Scholarships:
For information about scholarships at Swinburne visit: www.swin.edu.au/scholarships
Application Procedure:
Applicants apply direct to Swinburne by downloading the application form at: http://www.future.swinburne.edu.au/apply/tafe/
Further information:
Submit an Online Enquiry Tel: 1300 275 794Email: study@swinburne.edu.au
