Note: Last intake Semester 2, 2011; refer to the Bachelor of Design and Communication for entry in 2012.
Program summary
Program title: Bachelor of Arts (Design and Communication)
Award abbreviation: BA(Des&Comn)
QTAC code: 011031
OP/Rank for 2011 entry: OP-17 / Rank-65
Duration: 3 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Commence: Semester 1 or Semester 2
Recommended prior study: English
Fee type 2011: Commonwealth supported places, visiting non-award domestic places, international fee-paying places
Total units: 288
USC program code: AR333
CRICOS code: 030280E. Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
Highlights
- Combine computer-based visual design with a career in communications
- Specialise in either graphic design, e-media design or 3D design
- Opportunities to exhibit in the USC Gallery
Learn about design in printed, electronic and 3D formats and explore how design integrates with other areas such as advertising and communication.
In this program you combine computer-based design with studies in communications. The computer-based design component covers practical and theoretical studies in graphic design, e-media (web and multimedia), 3D design, visual communication and information visualisation. Communication courses include public relations, journalism, creative advertising and creative writing. You also have opportunities to exhibit works in the USC Gallery.
Majors
FASS majors: 3D design, communication studies; creative advertising; creative writing; e-media design; graphic design; journalism; public relations.
Career opportunities
Depending on courses selected, graphic design, editing, advertising, marketing, interpretive design, animation, multimedia design, packaging, public relations, publishing, web design.
Study Plan
This Study Plan is valid from Study Period 1, 2011.
For students who commenced study in this program prior to Study Period 1, 2011:
- Find the Student Handbook for the semester in which you commenced.
- Select the program in which you are enrolled.
- Either scroll down to the Program Structure, or select the Recommended Enrolment Pattern link.
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete 2 core courses, 18 required courses including 1 major design area (8 courses), and 4 electives.
- Complete no more than 10 introductory level courses, including core courses.
- Complete no more than 6 courses from the Faculty of Business or Faculty of Science, Health and Education.
- Register your selected Majors and Minors with Student Administration.
Program notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses).
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods.
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
- As part of your USC program, you may apply to participate in the Global Opportunities (GO) Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues.
- The 6 advanced courses from one of the design streams, plus DES101 and DES105 , will constitute a major in that stream.
- Some of the required introductory courses may count towards some majors and minors
- Students must commence the advanced design courses in Semester 1, following the successful completion of DES105 .
Program structure
Core courses: (2)
Complete 2 core courses - ONE in your first Semester and ONE in your second Semester
Select 2 core courses from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| COR109 Counselling for the Human Services Professional | |||
| COR110 Social Research | |||
| COR111 Understanding Society: An Introduction to Social Theory |
Required courses: (12)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| CMN102 Social Justice, Welfare and the State | |||
| CMN213 Working Effectively with Aboriginal People | |||
| DES101 Group Work | |||
| DES105 Working With Families |
PLUS select 1 course from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| CMN116 Ethics and Professional Practice | |||
| CMN120 Health, Society and Culture | |||
| CMN130 Understanding Cultural Diversity | |||
| CMN140 Social Work Field Education 1 |
PLUS select 2 courses from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| DES102 Community Development and Social Action | |||
| DES103 Critical Social Policy Analysis | |||
| DES104 Organisational Contexts for Social Work Practice | |||
| DES106 Social Work Field Education 2 |
PLUS select 5 courses from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| CMN214 Critical Social Work Practice | |||
| CMN216 Communication and Thought | |||
| CMN218 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship | |||
| CMN222 Environment, Technology and Sustainability | |||
| CMN224 Introductory Bioscience | |||
| CMN226 Human Physiology | |||
| CMN227 Human Anatomy | |||
| CMN228 Introduction to Coaching Science | |||
| CMN229 Systemic Physiology I | |||
| CMN231 Functional Anatomy | |||
| CMN235 Biomechanics I | |||
| CMN237 Exercise Physiology I | |||
| CMN240 Introduction to Sports Medicine | |||
| CMN248 Sports Psychology | |||
| CMN249 Motor Control and Learning | |||
| CMN256 Communication and Thought |
Required advanced courses (from your chosen Major study area): (6)
Graphic Design Major:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| DES211 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship | |||
| DES212 Environment, Technology and Sustainability | |||
| DES213 Communication Theory and Practice | |||
| DES214 Editing for the Communications Professional | |||
| DES215 Visual Literacy: Design Principles and Practice | |||
| DES216 Introduction to Design |
e-Media Major:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| DES221 Introduction to Creative Writing | |||
| DES222 Public Relations Strategies and Tactics | |||
| DES223 Introduction to Journalism | |||
| DES224 Introduction to Creative Advertising | |||
| DES225 Ways of Seeing: Understanding Images | |||
| DES226 Digital Photographic Practice |
3D Design Major:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| DES231 Visual Worlds: An Introduction to Art and Design History | |||
| DES232 Typography | |||
| DES233 Computer-Assisted Reporting | |||
| DES234 Crisis and Issues Management | |||
| DES235 Media and Community Relations | |||
| DES236 Multimedia Advertising |
Please Note: Students must commence the advanced design courses in Semester 1 following the successful completion of DES105 .
Elective courses: (4)
Select 4 elective courses from any faculty (Science, Health and Education, Arts and Social Sciences or Business).
TOTAL UNITS 288
The University attempts to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, the University reserves the right to discontinue or vary program/course information at any time without notice.
Enquiries
How to apply
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Tel: +61 7 5430 1259
Program Leader
Dr Debra Livingston
Tel: +61 7 5430 1252
Email: dlivings@usc.edu.au