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Visual Communication Design Major | 2020
The Visual Communication Design major allows you to develop skills in graphic design for both traditional and new media.
You will learn graphic design principles and practices, while working on client-driven design projects for print, online, mobile and emerging platforms.
You will graduate with flexible visual design skills, ready for new career opportunities that focus on communicating messages visually across a broad spectrum of contexts and media.
Entry Requirements & Credit Arrangements
Information on academic and English language requirements, as well as eligibility for credit for prior learning, is available from the UOW Course Finder.
Subjects Required for Major Study
Students studying the Visual Communication Design major will complete at least 48 credit points as outlined below:
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | |||
| VCD 101 | Introduction to Visual Communication Design | 6 | |
| VCD 102 | Interaction Design Fundamentals | 6 | |
| Year 2 | |||
| VCD 201 | Typography | 6 | |
| VCD 203 | Social Impact Design | 6 | |
| Year 3 | |||
| BCM 303 | Collaborative Production Workshop | 6 | |
| VCD 301 | Professional Design Practice | 6 | |
| VCD 302 | Motion Design | 6 | |
| VCD 390 | Advanced Design Project (Capstone) | 6 | |
Click on subject codes in the above course structure for information on sessions of offer for each subject. To find out specific information on timetables, tutorials, and classes, visit the Timetable page.
NOTE: Students in the Bachelor of Creative Arts-Bachelor of Communication and Media double degree (course code 1795) cannot take the 'Visual Arts and Design' major with the 'Visual Communication Design’ major.
Work Integrated Learning
Undertaking a work integrated learning experience during your university education is now a significant contributor to being competitive in securing employment in your field of choice when you graduate from UOW.
The internship program provides students with an opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills acquired in their degree in a workplace setting.
Students' are also encouraged to consider CRLP200 'Career Ready Learning and Practice' (6cp). CRLP200 includes a quality assured workplace internship or industry project to give you that competitive edge by developing your professional skills through authentic learning in a real world context. You will focus on your career goals and receive career direction guidance, strengthen your resume and gain skills to navigate the rapidly changing world of work, develop your communication skills and begin to build a professional network.
Honours
See Bachelor of Communication and Media (Honours).
Other Information
For further information email: askuow@uow.edu.au