Certificate IV in Design

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National code: CUA40715 Certificate (TAFE) Hawthorn Send me a link to this course

The Certificate IV in Design provides the opportunity to develop and enhance skills in graphic design, interior design, product design and related design studies. Students explore the historical and contextual basis for design.

The course acts as a foundation year for exploring the diversity of design from both 2D and 3D perspectives.

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Duration

1 year full-time

Intakes

Hawthorn (March, August) - View application and start dates

Study mode

Full-time

VTAC course code

3400278014 (fee type determined by provider)

This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.

Course information in detail

- Course structure and units of study.

Course structure

To attain the Certificate IV in Design, students are required to complete the 15 units listed below.

Units of study

Core units

Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills (BSBCRT301)

Source and apply information on the history and theory of design (BSBDES305)

Generate design solutions (BSBDES401)

Interpret and respond to a design brief (BSBDES402)

Contribute to health and safety of self and others (BSBWHS201)

Integrate colour theory and design processes (CUAACD401)

Realise a creative project (CUAPPR401)

Elective units

Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms (BSBDES302)

Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms (BSBDES303)

Refine drawing and other visual representation tools (CUAACD501)

Research and apply techniques in product design (CUADES402)

Produce digital images (CUADIG305)

Use typography techniques (CUAGRD302)

Capture photographic images (CUAPHI302)

Build simple websites using commercial programs (ICTWEB302)

Careers and graduate outcomes

- Career opportunities, course aims and objectives and graduate skills.

Career opportunities

This course emphasises preparatory training in graphic design, enabling students to apply for further vocational design studies in TAFE or degree courses. At this level, opportunities may exist in the graphic and digital design industries as a junior design assistant.

Aims and objectives

Students explore the principles and history of design, whilst gaining an understanding of the practical and aesthetic skills required for a designer.

Graduate skills

Graduates will be expected to possess a range of practical and theoretical skills in communication, teamwork, problem solving, enterprise, planning and self-management.

Pathways and scholarships

- Pathways, credit transfer, recognition of prior learning and scholarships.

Scholarships

At Swinburne scholarships are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students. Find out more about scholarships.

Credit

Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about credit.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about RPL.

Course fees and requirements

- Fees, entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.

Course fees

Certificate IV in Design Estimated course fees for 2021*
Total Cost (GST Free)	$9,300	$3,750	$750

Estimated course fees for 2021*

Course fee options

Full course fee

Skills First Government-subsidised place

Concession rate

Total Cost (GST Free)

$9,300

$3,750

$750

Fees published on this page are estimates only and are subject to change depending on individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. The above fees apply for units studied in 2021 only and may change for units studied in future years. There may be additional costs related to learning material and equipment.

Skills First Government-subsidised place
You could be granted a Skills First government-subsidised place when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.

Concession rates for vocational students.
You may be entitled to apply for a fee concession if you meet the eligibility criteria. Concession rates usually provide eligible students with a discount on Swinburne’s standard tuition fees for a range of vocational education (TAFE) qualifications.

Concession rates for Diploma and Advanced Diploma programs are also available to Aboriginals or Torres Strait Islanders or Youth Concession students enrolled prior to 1 July 2012 and continuing the same course in 2013.

The eligibility criteria are set by the Victorian Government and assessed by Swinburne in accordance with government directives, which are subject to change at any time.

Full course fee
If you are not granted a government-subsidised place, you will be eligible for the full course fee. Check your eligibility now.

Indicative nominal course hours: 705.

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Entry requirements

Entry into this program is based on an applicant’s study and/or relevant work history. Some additional criteria may also apply.

Applicants without formal qualifications but with significant relevant work experience are welcome to apply.

How to apply

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Email: study@swinburne.edu.au

Training Organisation Identifier (TOID): 3059