Graduate Diploma of Communication Design
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology
About
In this program, you will develop advanced knowledge and skills in Communication Design.
You will create a design portfolio and you will develop knowledge and skills in design studies and typography.
As a graduate of this program, you will be able to produce communication design solutions for organisations and for cultural development.You will engage with current trends in communication design globally, and with the key concepts and processes underpinning the constantly evolving industry.
There will be a focus on advanced studio practice and design entrepreneurship.
Your individual and collaborative creative projects will combine practice and research to produce creative outcomes.On completion of the program, you will be a creative practitioner who can contribute to industry developments and design innovation.
You will be able to engage with communication design practice in the broader context of the global media and communication industries.
You will be able to provide insights into future directions of the industry, and work independently as well as in teams.
Structure
All courses listed may not be available each semester
Year One of Program
Complete the following Five (5) Courses:
| Course Title | Credit Points | Course Code | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Design Studies (Communication Design) | 12 | GRAP2081 | City Campus |
| Experimental Typography Workshop | 12 | GRAP2682 | City Campus |
| Communication Design Studio | 24 | GRAP2657 | City Campus |
| Typography for Publication Design | 12 | GRAP2755 | City Campus |
| Communication Design Entrepreneurship Studio | 24 | GRAP2655 | City Campus |
Select and Complete One (1) of the following Course:
| Course Title | Credit Points | Course Code | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communication Management: Theory and Practice | 12 | COMM1123 | City Campus |
Entry requirements
The Graduate Diploma of Communication Design (GD198) is available as an exit award only. Applicants must apply for the Master of Communication Design (MC250).
Learning outcomes
As a graduate of this program you will be able to:
- Develop and apply skills in communicating complex ideas in a primarily visual form, in ways that are innovative and responsive to changing social and technological contexts.
- Develop skills and abilities to work in a collaborative manner leading to creative outcomes for real-world needs.
- Acquire and apply knowledge of local and international perspectives and issues about contemporary practice in your field.
- Employ appropriate technical skills and theoretical knowledge to solve problems associated with creative work in communication design.
- Effectively and professionally communicate your ideas to specialist and non-specialist audiences.
- Critically reflect on your own work to demonstrate autonomy, good judgment and ethical responsibility.
- Undertake research into contemporary media and communication theory and practice to explore possible industry and career directions.
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