C10053v8 Bachelor of Design in Industrial Design

Overview

The Bachelor of Design in Industrial Design provides students with an understanding of the place of design in the context of the sociocultural, manufacturing, economic and environmental systems, providing the foundation for the design of products that are functional, manufacturable and sustainable over the long term. The course covers the visual and tactile qualities of products, as well as their function, ergonomics and manufacture, and their effect on the environment and society.

This is a practice-based design course, which encourages students to think creatively and explore design issues through research and an awareness of sustainable issues in design. Students explore and challenge the parameters of industrial design.

Graduates demonstrate practical solutions to designs in a creative and innovative way, taking into account practical issues such as ergonomics, manufacturing technologies, computer-aided design and responsible design. The course also has emphasis on collaborative work, information handling and use of electronic technologies.

Course aims

This course develops a solid understanding of design practices that allows versatility in employment and career choices. Graduates can adapt successfully to industrial and social change and are capable of taking leadership roles in industry.

Career options

Industrial designers design products that are to be produced by manufacturers. Career options include corporate or in-house designer, design consultant, production designer, production manager or self-employment. Examples of products include automobiles and components, business equipment, electrical goods, furniture, household products, industrial materials, lighting fixtures, medical and scientific equipment, packaging and storage systems.

Admission requirements

Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification, Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma, or equivalent Australian or overseas qualification at the required level.

The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 575 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 90 overall with a writing score of 21; or DEEP: C; or PTE: 64

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

International students

Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.

Applications

International students

Applicants must include a portfolio of up to five examples of their work demonstrating awareness, imagination and skills relevant to design (preferably provided on CD or DVD).

Assumed knowledge

Any two units of English.

Design and Technology; and Visual Arts are recommended. For non-current school leavers, previous related study or work experience would be of assistance.

Course duration and attendance

The course is offered on a four-year, full-time basis. Attendance is generally four full days a week.

Course structure

Students must complete 192 credit points comprising 156 credit points from the professional core program, 12 credit points of design studies subjects and 24 credit points of elective subjects or a sub-major.

Industrial training/professional practice

Students are able to undertake part-time work experience in their third year of study.

Course completion requirements

Course program

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