What does this course involve?
If you’re an artistic person, and want to explore various opportunities in design, this course will give you an understanding of the graphic, communication, multimedia (or interior) and fashion design areas.
You’ll learn how to create design concepts, and select the right techniques and media to communicate your ideas.
You’ll gain skills in researching and applying techniques for graphic design, as well as develop your knowledge of colour application, typography and digital production.
You’ll complement these practical skills with study in design history, drawing, and Occupational Health and Safety.
This course is also available to international students.
What employment opportunities will I have?
Although you gain skills necessary to pursue a career in the design field, the purpose of this course is to prepare you for further study.
As a student, the Institute’s Employment Service is your first port of call for advice on gaining employment in this field, and can be contacted on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).
Accreditation
Nationally Recognised
What further study options will I have?
You may wish to progress into the Diploma of Arts (Graphic Arts), university design degrees or interactive multimedia courses. You may wish to specialise in graphic art, graphic design, multimedia or interior design.
Can I apply?
You must have successfully completed year 12 or be mature ageYour folio should contain proof of basic abilities in drawing, design, planning and motivation
How do I apply?
- To apply for a full time position in this course you must use the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) process. Details of the VTAC application process are at www.vtac.edu.au and in the VTAC Guide, which is available from leading newsagents and libraries from August. If the Institute still has vacancies after the VTAC places have been offered, you will be able to apply directly to the Institute.
- Supplementary application requirements are necessary for this course. Please read the information contained in the selection process.
If you have any queries, please contact the Institute on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).
How will I be selected for this course?
- Individual Interview
- Assessment of Folio
- Supplementary requirements to the application process apply:
- You will need to contact the Institute in October on (03) 9286 9632 to book a place at the Information Session.
Length of course
Full time - 1 year (commences in February and there is no mid-year intake)
Where will I study?
Whitehorse Campus
What costs and other fees should I expect?
Government Funded
This course attracts Victorian Government funding. For information about Fees and Charges please click here. This qualification may also be provided on a fee for service basis to industry, interstate or international students.
Click here to learn about scholarships that may be relevant to this course.
How will I be assessed?
- Written assessment
- Practical assessment
Will my previous experience or study count?
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) takes into account the knowledge and skills you’ve already gained through your previous education and work. This may be through formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work experience, and can earn you credit if relevant to your chosen course.