C10060v6 Bachelor of Design in Visual Communication Bachelor of Arts in International Studies

Overview

The Bachelor of Design in Visual Communication emphasises creativity, innovation and communication in the analysis and visualisation of ideas and information through print, screen and interactive multimedia technologies. Students are encouraged to develop their own creative abilities and to be aware of the broader cultural, social and political impact of their design work. The combined degree program provides students with additional practical skills by providing the opportunity to acquire knowledge and understanding of a language and culture other than English.

This course teaches conceptual skills and design processing in the context of communication, not just purely technical skills. Students gain broad-based visual communication design skills with an emphasis on ideas which prepares them for senior roles in the globalised industry. They can undertake a professional internship during third year which gives them both work experience and a well-developed folio. Subjects in the course are centred on integrated and interdisciplinary activities.

Course aims

The combined degree in Visual Communication and International Studies produces graduates who work with words, images and audio in a diverse range of visual design practices. It also prepares students for diversity in design practice and expects graduates to aspire to the highest professional levels in an internationalised marketplace. Students develop individual talent and imagination by specialising in media and projects suited to their own professional interests.

Career options

Career options include designer in advertising, animation, broadcasting, exhibition, graphics, illustration, new media, photography or publications.

Admission requirements

International students (excluding those studying in an Australian high school) must submit an application to UTS International (in person, by mail or online) or through an accredited UTS representative. The application must include a portfolio of up to 10 examples of the student's work demonstrating awareness, imagination and skills relevant to design (preferably provided on CD or DVD).

There is a range of entry levels to the various Language and Culture programs.

Assumed knowledge

There are no prior language requirements for the International Studies program.

Course duration and attendance

The Bachelor of Design in Visual Communication Bachelor of Arts in International Studies is a six-year, full-time degree. Students spend their fourth year of study at a university overseas.

Course structure

Industrial training/professional practice

Students can undertake part-time work experience in their third year of study.

Course completion requirements

Course program

Other information

Further information on the Visual Communication component is available from the Building 6 Student Centre on: