Swinburne University of Technology - Melbourne Australia
Future Students - Courses
Course Description:
This course will replace the Diploma of Art (Graphic Art) from 2009. The Diploma of Graphic design prepares students to create and execute design concepts efficiently and economically. Graduates of the course will be capable of using traditional media and computer technology to assemble 'camera ready' and digital artwork with the necessary understanding of graphic reproduction techniques. Web design and production is also an important facet of the course.
Aims & Objectives:
The course aims to provide participants with the skills, knowledge and attitudes required to qualify to work as graphic designers across a wide range of graphic design industry occupations.
Course Structure:
Units of competency are delivered in several modes that include stand-alone and holistic delivery and assessment in classroom, flexible WebCT and practical work placement delivery. In Year 2, students are connected with industry host employers for a practical work placement program to prepare the students for employment opportunities.
Units of Study:
Year 1 VPAU010 Analyse and implement sustainable work practices CUFSAF01B Follow health safety and security procedures VPAU011 Apply research and critical analysis to inform artistic and design practice VPAU012 Use advanced drawing techniques to represent and communicate concepts VPAU013 Apply the elements and principles of design VPAU058 Produce files for multimedia production and display VPAU050 Produce typography in response to a brief VPAU051 Create page layouts in response to a brief VPAU249 Produce and create graphics in response to a brief CUFMEM07A Apply the principles of visual design and communication to the development of a multimedia product Year 2 CUSADM09A Address legal and administrative requirements BSBSBM403A Promote the business VPAU014 Manage creative and professional self VPAU053 Produce and scan complex digital images for reproduction VPAU054 Produce a concept from a given brief VPAU055 Produce art work from concept to finished art stage VPAU056 Create design concepts from a brief to produce two-dimensional artwork to finished art stage VPAU057 Create design concepts from a brief to produce three-dimensional artwork to finished art stage VPAU015 Plan and implement a project in the workplace VBAU043 Produce artwork from concept to final art production ICPMM65DA Create web pages with multimedia CUFIMA03A Create 2D digital animation
Career Opportunities:
Career opportunities exist within advertising agencies and the graphic design and finished art studios that service them. Employment can also be found in a number of other areas of the industry, such as publishing (newspaper and magazines), retail advertising, large corporations, printers, film and television production houses, educational institutions and government departments.
Graduate Attributes:
Graduates are good communicators, both visually and verbally, with strong teamwork and problem-solving skills. They are self-motivated and organised with exceptional computer and technical skills.
Entry Requirements:
Successful completion of Year 12 or equivalent. Applicants will also be required to attend an interview and present a folio of work.
Course Fees:
The Victorian Government introduced a new TAFE fee structure from 1 July 2009. Details of the new fee structure and 2010 fees can be found at www.swinburne.edu.au/fees.
Application Procedure:
Applications must be made through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC). Prahran Campus VTAC code: 78111 (VGF) (Victorian Government Funded) For information on government fees visit: http://www.vtac.edu.au/future/codes-fees.html VTAC code: 78114 (Fee) (Fee Type Determined by Provider) For Fee information visit: www.swinburne.edu.au/fees Wantirna Campus VTAC code: 71081 (VGF) (Victorian Government Funded) For information on government fees visit: http://www.vtac.edu.au/future/codes-fees.html VTAC code: 71084 (Fee) (Fee Type Determined by Provider) For Fee information visit: www.swinburne.edu.au/fees For further information, visit the VTAC website at: http://www.vtac.edu.au After applying to VTAC applicants MUST contact the Department of Arts at Swinburne to receive further information with regard to a supplementary application form.
Further information:
Tel: 1300 ASK SWIN (1300 275 794) Email: study@swinburne.edu.au Submit an Online Enquiry
