300467 v.3 Bachelor of Arts (Jewellery Design)

BA(Curtin)

Course CRICOS Code: 041765D
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 3 Years

Introduction

This course develops a professional level of practice in the design and manufacture of contemporary jewellery and associated products. Skills developed in conceptualising design ideas for industry are rendering, drafting, computer technology (CAD modelling and rendering) and production skills. Theoretical studies develop an informed awareness of the contemporary art movement, enhancing design ability. The course is also enriched by visiting artists and craftspeople and the Artist-in-Residence program.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

None. A comprehensive folio and a personal interview with teaching staff as required.

Specific Requirements

STAT elements considered are E and either V or Q.

Recognition of Prior Learning

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

Duration and Availability

The course is three years full time time or equivalent part time study.

Course Organisation

The first year program provides skills such as computer graphics, technical drawing and freehand perspective drawing. An introduction to theory units of visual culture. A studio-based project for jewellery design is undertaken. Second year develops the jewellery design process and introduces skills such as Computer Aided Design (CAD) and modelling. Skills in technical drawing and rendering are progressed. Theoretical studies continue in visual culture for the third and final year. Third year emphasises on consolidating ideas and skills to develop autonomy of practice in the form of a professional internship, work documentation, catalogue production and exhibition concept planning and installation.

Additional Course Expenses

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

Further Information

Please contact the Department of Art on (08) 9266 2822 to set up an interview.

Course Structure Disclaimer

Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.

Course Structure			Hrs/Wk	Credit
Year 1 Semester 1
1780	v.7	Art Visual Culture - Introduction to Visual Culture 191	3.0	25.0
300469	v.2	Jewellery Design 191	3.0	25.0
310126	v.1	Digital Design 191	2.0	25.0
7630	v.6	Design Principles 191	3.0	25.0
				100.0
Year 1 Semester 2
1782	v.7	Art Visual Culture - Issues in Contemporary Art 192	3.0	25.0
300470	v.2	Jewellery Design 192	3.0	25.0
310127	v.1	Digital Design 192	4.0	25.0
7632	v.6	Design Process 192	3.0	25.0
				100.0
Year 2 Semester 1
300471	v.2	Jewellery Design 291	3.0	25.0
300472	v.3	Jewellery Theory Studies 291	3.0	25.0
310370	v.1	3D Studio 291	3.0	25.0
310372	v.1	Technology and Communication 291	3.0	25.0
				100.0
Year 2 Semester 2
300473	v.2	Jewellery Design 292	3.0	25.0
300474	v.3	Jewellery Theory Studies 292	3.0	25.0
310371	v.1	3D Studio 292	3.0	25.0
310373	v.1	Technology and Communication 292	3.0	25.0
				100.0
Year 3 Semester 1
10008	v.3	Design Management 391	2.0	25.0
300475	v.3	Jewellery Design 391	3.0	25.0
307096	v.1	Client Project 391	3.0	25.0
		SELECT 1 ELECTIVE		25.0
				100.0
Year 3 Semester 2
300476	v.3	Jewellery Design 392	3.0	25.0
307098	v.1	Major Design Project 392	3.0	25.0
		SELECT 1 ELECTIVE		25.0
				75.0

Availability

Year	Location	Period	All*	Internal	Partially Online Internal^	External	Fully Online#
2008	Bentley Campus	Semester 1	Y

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.