Certificate IV in Design
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.
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.
Study this course for low-fee or free in 2021
You could have some or all your tuition fees covered in 2021 thanks to government initiative JobTrainer.
JobTrainer is available if you are 17-24 years or a job seeker of any age, impacted by Coronavirus (COVID-19).
If you don't tick those boxes, you could still have a chance! There are other factors, too.
The best way to find out if you’re eligible is to apply.
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.
Course fees and requirements
- Fees, entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.
Course fees
Certificate IV in DesignEstimated course fees for 2021* |
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| 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.
This course is delivered with state government funding.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Find out more about fees.
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.
Applicants without formal qualifications but with significant relevant work experience are welcome to apply.
How to apply
Find out more about how to apply.
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Submit an online enquiry
Tel: 1300 SWINBURNE
Tel: 1300 SWINBURNE
Email: study@swinburne.edu.au
Training Organisation Identifier (TOID): 3059