Graphic Design
This course information is for international students only
Year
2010
Award
Bachelor of Graphic Design
CRICOS course code
049899C
Length
3 years
Campuses
Bendigo
Course description
This course encompasses diverse disciplines including advertising, publishing, corporate and product design, brand management, multimedia, web-based communications, commercial illustration and photography. It trains students in the creative thinking and aesthetic design skills necessary for employment in the contemporary, multi-faceted communications industry.
Course structure
Content comprises compulsory core subjects with a choice of studio and/or general electives. Studies include: Applied design, typography, photography, drawing and illustration, technical applications (print, pre-press and digital), animation, and professional practice (research, branding and application), along with cultural studies relevant to the designers task of communicating ideas, messages or broader information from client to customer.
Contact hours
Approximately 12 contact hours per week if studying full-time.
Handbook
Major areas of study
Applied design, art and visual culture, design studies and professional studies.
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.Please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange for more information.
Application
Visit our How to Apply website for details on preparing an application.
Tuition fee (AUD)
18 100
The University reserves the right to vary fees on an annual basis. Fees will not normally rise above 7% per annum. Should the University decide to increase its fees, that increase will take effect on 1 January of the following year.
English language requirements
Successful completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at undergraduate (EFS5 (60%) UG) level conducted by La Trobe University Language Centre; for more information please visit the La Trobe International College website.
IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or
TOEFL Paper-based Test: a minimum score of 550 with a score of 5 or better in the Test of Written English; or
TOEFL Computer-based Test: a minimum score of 213 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or
TOEFL Internet-based Test: a minimum score of 80 with no individual score less than 20; or
Satisfactory completion of an English language subject at Year 12 or equivalent level. This must have been completed in the last two years and at an academic level acceptable to the University; or
Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
LTU Foundation Studies - 55
Aust. Yr 12 (ENTER) 2009 (indicative only) - Range of Criteria. See VTAC Guide
International Baccalaureate - 24
Cambridge A Levels/STPM - 5
Sri Lankan A Levels - CCD
MICSS (UEC) - 3A 3B
Canada Secondary School (or CPU) - 55
Norway Upper Secondary Certificate - 3.3
Sweden Slutbetyg - G
All Indian Sen SC (Best 5 Subjects) - 60
Vietnam (Year 12) - 8
National (China) Gao Kao - Faculty assessed
Shanghai (China) Gao Kao - Faculty assessed
Guangzhou (China) Gao Kao - Faculty assessed
Thailand (Matayoma 6) - GPA 2.5
GAC Cert. IV - GPA 2.0
If you do not meet these entry requirements you might be interested in La Trobe's Foundation Studies and Diploma Programs, which provide an alternative pathway to La Trobe's undergraduate program. For more information please visit the La Trobe International College website.
Special requirements
Applicants for both campuses must provide evidence of visual artwork in their area of interest. Verified photographic evidence of a folio is acceptable for international applicants.
Semester starts
Semester 1 (March)
For actual course commencement dates, please visit the calendar.Additional information
The Academic Skills Unit (ASU) provides language and learning assistance to students in a range of areas including critical and analytical thinking, essay and report writing, reading strategies, and oral presentations.
Assistance is also provided in English as a Second Language (ESL).
Career opportunities
Graduates find employment in the communications industry: in advertising; public relations; marketing; newspaper, magazine and book publishing; corporate brand mamagement; and in the production end of television, film, print and web design.
Course URL
http://www.latrobe.edu.au/humanities/courses.html
Contact information
Online Enquiry
Future students: 61 3 9627 4805
In Australia (freecall): 1800 619 768
Current students and enquires relating to submitted applications:
61 3 9479 1199
international@latrobe.edu.au