151404 v.4 Master of Design

Introduction

This course is for individuals of outstanding ability and professional motivation with a passion for understanding design in a world of rapid cultural and technological change and consequent design application. It aims to enhance the skills and depth of understanding of the design professional through discussion, reflection and the production of original innovative design solutions. Understanding of projects that lead to a deeper understanding of a specialism and offer the potential for identifying niche markets and new applications that are socially grounded. Importantly, the course encourages professional and personal development through investigative learning that is relevant and transferable to the circumstances of real organisations.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

Entry into the Master of Design course will be offered to those students who have achieved a Bachelor of Arts from Curtin or other equivalent tertiary institution with a background in design and have achieved a course weighted average of not less than 65 in at least the previous two semesters of equivalent full-time study. A Bachelor of Arts (Design) and vocational/professional experience minimum of two years. A minimum of ten years vocational/professional experience in a design related discipline. Students who have achieved a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) from Curtin or other equivalent tertiary institutions would enter into semester two of the Master of Design course.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability

This fee-paying course is three semesters full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Intermediate Awards

A student who has successfully completed all the requirements of the Graduate Certificate in Design, or Postgraduate Diploma in Design may apply under exceptional circumstance provisions for graduation in that award subject to approval of the Head of Department. For further definition refer to the Statement and Awards section under the General Information section in the Curtin Courses Handbook.

Course Organisation

This course aims to broaden professional and vocational design skills and knowledge by engaging the student in professional design discourse and the undertaking of a Design Project, underpinned by design research methods and theory. Examples include live, or virtual exhibition, design schemas and models supported by a report, as well as a more conventional written disertation. The course includes a combination of academically directed and individually inspired work, group activities and discussion through the following units - Design Research Methods 591, Design Negotiated Contract 591, Design Case Study 591, Design Negotiated Contract 596, Design Project Development 592, Master of Design Project Development 691 and Master of Design Project 692 and finally Master of Design Project 692. The course encourages professional and personal development through investigative learning that is relevant and transferable to the circumstances of real organisations.

Professional Recognition

Graduates are eligible for membership in the Australian Graphic Design Association, Perth Art Directors Club, Design Management Institute, and Design Institute of Australia.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of design generally find employment within all avenues of design, including design studios, advertising agencies, public relations and marketing organisations. Additionally the student's research project can aid further in niche specialisation and self-employment.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials.

Availability

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.

^Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.

#Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.