87333 VC Technology: Typography, Text and Form

6cp
Undergraduate

This subject advances knowledge and skill in the design and production of words and texts as typeset or hand-generated letterforms. Students gain an understanding of figure/ground relationships, hierarchical structures, spatial organisation, text setting for legibility and readability, and typographic detailing of headline copy. Students learn about recent technological changes, the realities of the marketplace and about typographic practice as a whole.

Typical availability

Spring semester, City campus

Fee information

2008 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $636.88
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.

2008 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,316.00

Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.

Subject EFTSL: 0.125

Access conditions

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