Swinburne University of Technology - Melbourne Australia
Future Students - Courses
Discontinued: This course has no new intake. This information is provided for continuing students
Course Description:
This course structure is for students who commenced prior to 2010. New students wishing to undertake studies in multimedia should refer to Bachelor of Arts (Digital Media) The Bachelor of Multimedia is designed for students who have prior tertiary level studies, such as a diploma or its equivalent. The course incorporates a comprehensive approach to multimedia with a strong emphasis on practical skills and techniques, including web design/programming, animation and digital video/audio. Elective studies can be taken in diverse areas from ICT through to Arts and Business. Note: the number of Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) entries available into this program for Australian students is extremely limited.
Course Structure:
This course operates under a student workload model based on 100 credit points for a full-time academic year. One credit point is deemed to be equivalent to one hour of student work per week over a semester, whether in contact with staff or in private study. Four units of study will generally be taken each semester. The typical student's average weekly workload during a semester is therefore deemed to be fifty hours. Total student contact hours, including lectures, classes, tutorials, flexible learning and laboratory and field sessions will vary in different semesters, but will be less than 20 hours per week. Students are normally enrolled in the Recommended Study Sequence (see below) and must successfully complete a minimum of 200 credit points. In all cases, students must choose units of study from Study Groups according to the following rules, subject to timetable constraints and prerequisite studies being met. The Program Panel has the authority to approve additional elective studies for particular students. Such approvals will be advised to the Faculty Academic Committee. Students study units chosen from three study groups: Multimedia Core Studies Further Multimedia Studies Co-Major Elective Studies According to the rules listed below, students complete at least 200 credit points made up of: 100 credit points chosen from Multimedia Core Studies, 62.5 credit points chosen from Further Multimedia Studies, and 37.5 credit points chosen from Co-Major Elective Studies and/or Further Multimedia Studies. Note: Students in the Bachelor of Multimedia must complete at least 100 credit points from the Core and Further Multimedia Studies groupings delivered by the Higher Education Division of Swinburne. This means students who are given exemptions from Core Multimedia Studies or Further Multimedia Studies (as credit for prior studies) are still required to complete 100 credit points of units of study from these groupings in order to complete the requirements of the degree. Careers in the Curriculum (CIC) In addition to the above, students must complete a compulsory unit of study HAC0001 Careers in the Curriculum to be awarded the degree. Careers in the Curriculum (CIC) is an innovative unit designed to assist Swinburne students to enhance their employability and career prospects. It is usually undertaken in the second year of your course and is compulsory for all undergraduate students who commence their course from 2007 onwards. Students studying CIC will not incur a HECS or fee debt as the cost will be met by the university as part of an initiative to enhance students' career skills. Final Year Experience - Major Projects As part of the Swinburne Model for Professional Learning, all incoming undergraduates from 2007 will undertake 25 credit points of professionally-focused final year major projects within their programs of study. Entry with advanced standing may require alternate study sequences to be undertaken. Electives Plus Sequences Electives plus sequences provide Swinburne degree students with options to broaden their career skills and strengthen their employability by selecting from units of study outside their degree discipline. Students undertaking this course can choose to study Electives Plus sequences of up to three units from one of the following themes: Effective Communication Establishing and Running a Business - pre 2009 Italian Language Practice and Culture - pre 2009 Enterprising Marketing - pre 2009 Multimedia: Web Development Information Orientation and Knowledge Management Undergraduate Research Skills Design: Process and Strategy Electives Plus sequence The Networked Economy Electives Plus sequences are available in all Swinburne degree programs subject to timetabling constraints, with the exception of double degree programs, specialist double major degrees, and where entry has been approved with advanced standing.
Units of Study:
Multimedia Core Studies (all 12.5 credit points) HAM113 Professional Communication Practice HDMD101 Design for Multimedia 1 HET113 The Internet and World Wide Web 1 HET213 User Experience Design HET215 Multimedia Applications HET401 Multimedia Project 1 HET402 Multimedia Project 2 HET407 Multimedia Technology Further Multimedia Studies (all 12.5 credit points) HDMD102 Design for Multimedia 2 HET120 Interactive Games Structures HET123 The Internet and World Wide Web 2 HET238 3D Modelling (replaces HET208) HET222 Digital Video and Audio HET324 Media Theory, DVD and Compositing HET325 Principles of Game Design HET332 Interactive Multimedia HET430 Interaction Evaluation Co-Major Elective Studies Elective units of study will normally be drawn from the Electives Plus Sequences (see above). Recommended Study Sequence Semester 1 HAM113 Professional Communication Practice HDMD101 Design for Multimedia 1 HET113 The Internet and World Wide Web 1 HET215 Multimedia Applications Semester 2 HET123 The Internet and World Wide Web 2 HET213 User Experience Design HET222 Digital Video and Audio Elective 1 Semester 3 HET238 3D Modelling Replaces HET208 HET401 Multimedia Project 1 HET324 Media Theory, DVD and Compositing Elective 2 Semester 4 HET402 Multimedia Project 2 HET407 Multimedia Technology HET332 Interactive Multimedia Elective 3 Note: In addition to the above, students must complete compulsory unit of study HAC0001 Careers in the Curriculum to be awarded the degree. Students must complete at least 100 credit points from the Core and Further Multimedia Studies groupings delivered by the Higher Education Division of Swinburne.
Industry-Based Learning:
Industry-Based Learning is an optional program in which students are placed in paid, supervised employment relevant to their studies as part of their degree. Industry-Based Learning gives students practical experience to add to their academic studies, and is a proven advantage in the graduate job market. All Industry-Based Learning placements are subject to availability of places. For further information visit: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/spl/ibl/ The optional year of Industry-Based Learning in Australia is currently not available to international students. However international students may be able to participate in IBL in another country, subject to the approval of the relevant Swinburne IBL Manager and appropriate immigration approval.
Industry-Based Learning is an optional program in which students are placed in paid, supervised employment relevant to their studies as part of their degree. Industry-Based Learning gives students practical experience to add to their academic studies, and is a proven advantage in the graduate job market. All Industry-Based Learning placements are subject to availability of places. For further information visit: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/spl/ibl/
The optional year of Industry-Based Learning in Australia is currently not available to international students. However international students may be able to participate in IBL in another country, subject to the approval of the relevant Swinburne IBL Manager and appropriate immigration approval.
Education Abroad:
Swinburne offers International Exchange Programs as well as other Education Abroad Programs to help internationalise your degree. International Exchange is an academic program allowing you to study at a Swinburne Partner Institution for one or two semesters during your degree. Swinburne's Partner Institutions offer many relevant subjects as well as a secure base to explore a different culture. Your studies whilst on exchange can be credited towards your Swinburne degree, provided they are relevant and approved by Swinburne. For further information visit the Swinburne Abroad website.
Career Opportunities:
This course equips graduates for careers in web development & animation, video production, 3D animation, information architecture, CD/DVD production, and multimedia project management. It would also be a suitable grounding for those interested in starting a multimedia business.
Professional recognition:
Students and graduates will be eligible for membership of the Australasian Interactive Media Industry Association (AIMIA).
Entry Requirements:
Successful completion of an appropriate Victorian Year 12 or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification. 2009 VCE Prerequisites: Units 3 and 4 – a study score of at least 20 in English (any). Successful completion of a two-year diploma (or its equivalent) with a grade average of at least 65%, although this may vary depending on the course and awarding institution. In some cases a selection interview may be required. Applicants who do not satisfy the above requirements may also be selected after consideration of their employment and educational background.
Credit Transfer:
Applicants with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of this course may be granted ‘credit’ and/or entry into 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: 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 'Swinburne Pathways: Credit Transfer Guide at: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/corporate/marketing/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 for students considering Higher Education courses: http://www.swin.edu.au/corporate/registrar/ppd/files/stuinf.htm
Course Fees:
Swinburne offers domestic undergraduate studentsCommonwealth Supported Places (CSP). Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens or holders of an Australian permanent resident visa are classified as domestic students. All other students are considered international students. HELP The Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) is a suite of income contingent loans for Australian citizens and holders of Australian permanent humanitarian visas. HELP consists of: HECS-HELP (previously HECS) – is available to eligible Commonwealth supported students. It provides students with a loan to cover their student contribution amount. Students are eligible for a 20% discount if they choose to pay all, or at least $500, of their student contribution up-front. FEE-HELP (previously PELS) – is available to eligible fee paying undergraduate and postgraduate students. It provides students with a loan to cover their tuition fees (lifetime maximum $81,600 from 1 January 2008). The FEE-HELP limit is indexed on 1 January each year. OS-HELP – is available to eligible Commonwealth supported students, who wish to study overseas, with a loan to cover expenses such as accommodation and travel. Note: New Zealand citizens and holders of other Australian permanent resident visas do not have access to HELP loans. These students must pay their student contributions or tuition fees up front without a discount. For further information on your support and study options visit the 'Going to Uni' website at: http://www.goingtouni.gov.au
Swinburne offers domestic undergraduate studentsCommonwealth Supported Places (CSP). Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens or holders of an Australian permanent resident visa are classified as domestic students. All other students are considered international students.
HELP
The Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) is a suite of income contingent loans for Australian citizens and holders of Australian permanent humanitarian visas. HELP consists of:
Note: New Zealand citizens and holders of other Australian permanent resident visas do not have access to HELP loans. These students must pay their student contributions or tuition fees up front without a discount.
For further information on your support and study options visit the 'Going to Uni' website at: http://www.goingtouni.gov.au
Scholarships:
For information about scholarships at Swinburne visit: http://www.swin.edu.au/scholarships/
Application Procedure:
Applications must be made through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC). VTAC code: 34151 (CSP), 34153 (Int. Fee) For further information, visit the VTAC website at: http://www.vtac.edu.au
Further information:
Submit an Online Enquiry Tel: 1300 368 777 Email: study@swinburne.edu.au Faculty of Life and Social Sciences website
