Swinburne University of Technology - Melbourne Australia
Future Students - Courses
Course Description:
The Communication Design course aims to produce imaginative designers, who work effectively in areas where information is primarily conveyed by visual means such as advertising, publishing, publicity, printing, merchandising, multimedia, education and research. The course educates students to be effective designers and communicators through a wide variety of visual communication-based projects, together with contextual and professional studies. Through the course’s strong links with industry, graduates are well placed to seek employment in advanced areas of communication design.
Aims & Objectives:
The Bachelor of Design (Communication Design) allows students to: Acquire a systematic and coherent body of knowledge, the underlying principles and concepts, and the associated communication and problem-solving skillsDevelop academic skills and attributes necessary to undertake design research, comprehend and evaluate new information, concepts and evidence from a range of sourcesDevelop the ability to review, consolidate, extend and apply the knowledge and techniques learnt, including in a professional contextGain a foundation for self-directed and life-long learningGain interpersonal and teamwork skills appropriate to employment and/or further study
Course Structure:
The honours program consists of all coursework units of study. Students are required to complete 100 credit point units of study, 50 credit points per teaching period. Students accepted into the Industry Placement program in third year are required to complete the coursework program in their honours year. Students in honours programs at Swinburne University of Technology will be awarded Honours Grades in the following categories: H1 (First class honours) - if their overall grade is 80% or aboveH2A - if their overall grade is 70 to 79%H2B - if their overall grade is 60 to 69%H3 - if their overall grade is 50 to 59%N - if their overall grade is below 50% Note: the Pass grade (P) is not utilised. Work expected outside normal timetabled contact hours, in keeping with related design courses, will usually be no less than a minimum of two hours independent study for each contact hour.
Units of Study:
Semester 1 - February intake HDG407 Social Patterns Research HDG408 Social Patterns Studio HDG418 Information Design HDCOM422 Type and Publication Semester 2 - August intake HDG409 New Technologies Research HDG410 New Technologies Studio HDCOM411 Identity Design HDG428 Narrative Structures
Career Opportunities:
Design consultancy, advertising, publishing, merchandising, government instrumentalities.
Professional recognition:
On completion of this qualification students may be eligible to become an Associate Member of the Design Institute of Australia (DIA) and the Australian Graphic Design Assocation (AGDA) and should confirm their eligibility with these associations.
Graduate Attributes:
Swinburne produces graduates who are capable in their chosen profession. Learners bring to Swinburne a diverse wealth of experiences and graduate with individual understandings, abilities and attitudes. Within this context it is the intent of Swinburne that its graduates exhibit certain graduate attributes. Swinburne expects that its graduates: Are entrepreneurial in contributing to innovation and development within their business, workplace, or communityAre capable in their chosen professional, vocational or study areasOperate effectively in work and community situationsAre adaptable and manage changeAre aware of environments in which they will be contributing This course addresses and maps these attributes, interpreted within a multi-disciplinary and communication design context.
Entry Requirements:
Swinburne students undertaking a Bachelor of Design degree who are accepted into the Industry Placement program must complete the Coursework Honours year. Students who have completed a Bachelor of Design degree with Swinburne, or equivalent program, with a credit average, may be required to attend an interview with folio, for entrance into the Coursework Honours program.
Credit Transfer:
Applicants with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of the 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 'Swinburne Pathways'.
Pathways (articulation):
You may be able to gain credit in this course for your prior studies. If you have studied at another institution, either here in Australia or in your home country, check our Credit Transfer Database to see how many exemptions you may be entitled to. If you are studying a Swinburne TAFE course, or are considering apply for one, take a look at our Pathways page to see how many credits you may gain in a Swinburne bachelor degree.
Recognition of Prior Learning:
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is the process by which your prior work history, life experience and previous study are measured against the course you are undertaking. Applicants will be considered on their individual merits in accordance with Swinburne policies.
Course Fees:
For information about Swinburne's fees visit: www.swinburne.edu.au/fees
Scholarships:
For information about scholarships at Swinburne visit: http://www.swin.edu.au/scholarships
Further information:
Submit an Online Enquiry Tel: 1300 ASK SWIN (1300 275 794) Email: study@swinburne.edu.au Faculty of Design website
