300575 v.4 Graduate Certificate in Design and Art
GradCertDesArt(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 037343E
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas:
0 Years
Introduction
This course aims to enhance the skills and depth of understanding of design through discussion, reflection and engagement in the design profession and society. Investigations and projects will lead to creative design insights and application, offering the potential for identifying niche markets and new application for design. 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
This course is available to applicants who have a Bachelor degree, or equivalent, from a recognised tertiary institution. Applicants may also be considered for entry on the basis of vocational and/or professional experience. All applicants are required to attend an interview and may be required to submit a comprehensive folio of recent work.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.
Duration and Availability
This fee-paying course is one semester full-time or equivalent part-time study.
Course Organisation
This course aims to broaden professional and vocational design interests and skills by engaging in professional design discourse and practice. It includes a combination of academically directed and individually inspired work, group activities and discussion.
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 essential study materials.
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 | |||||
| 310731 | v.3 | Research Seminar 591 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 6301 | v.9 | Theory 501 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT 2 OPTIONS | 50.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Optional Units (No Year Level Specified) | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 301584 | v.2 | Internet Design Introduction 291 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 306959 | v.1 | Visual Communication 292 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310371 | v.1 | 3D Studio 292 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310375 | v.1 | Presentation and Production 392 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311489 | v.1 | Art Studio Research 391 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312001 | v.1 | Design Practice 172 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312226 | v.1 | Design Principles and Process 171 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312239 | v.1 | Form and Structure 102 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312245 | v.1 | Fashion Design and Illustration 292 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312246 | v.1 | Fashion Merchandising 392 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312345 | v.1 | Studio Textiles - Making and Meaning 191 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312346 | v.1 | Studio Textiles - Cloth and the Body 192 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
Availability
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 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.
