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National code: CUA60320

Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design at Enmore

Class details

Schedule Pace and number of hours.

Full Time

Delivery Method of course delivery.

On campus

Duration

Course duration Total time required to complete a course.

6 months

Start date First day of attendance online or on campus.

Next intake

End date Final day of attendance online or on campus.

Time Commitment

Class time Dedicated hours required each week in either online or on campus classes.

20 hours

Additional study time The minimum recommended hours you will need to commit to your studies outside of class hours. This may include private study, work placements and research.

15 hours

Fee details

Full Fee This is the fee you'll pay for the course. Payment plans may be available for this course.

$10,342

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This course is approved for a Commonwealth VET Student Loan (VSL).

Proposed timetable What time classes run

This course is currently scheduled on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday with day classes. This timetable may change and will be confirmed by your teacher.

Additional information Other things to know

Assessments

Assessments give you the opportunity to demonstrate what you have learnt and to identify the knowledge or skills that may need further development.

  • Knowledge assessments: research tasks, assignments

  • Skills assessments: projects, portfolio and presentation of work, industry-relevant design practice activities, case studies

Work placement

Work placement provides you with opportunities to respond to situations and circumstances that cannot be replicated in a learning or simulated environment. Work placement strengthens your training and supports continued learning and assessment in the workplace.

  • There is no work placement for this qualification.

Materials needed

To complete this course, the following materials are required:

  • Computers and access to industry software are provided for those classes where you are learning technical skills. It is recommended that you have your own laptop with industry standard software. Some materials and resources for printing and producing project work are provided onsite. There is no materials fee for this course. You may need to purchase your own additional materials and resources for project work.

Additional entry requirements

To make sure this delivery option is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.

  • To assess your aptitude for this course we require you to submit a portfolio of design works. Please also advise of any previous study and/or work experience.

  • Your portfolio should contain 6-10 pieces of work. These works will demonstrate your range of skills, both creative and technical, and include a variety of formats in both print and digital media, that incorporate type as well as image.

  • Submission format

  • Digital PDF file, clearly named and with a brief description of each work included; or provide a link to an online portfolio.

  • We will be looking for:

    • concepts that demonstrate the application of the principles of visual communication
    • concepts that reference historical and/or stylistic design trends
    • typographic expertise
    • an example of a multi-page publication layout
    • examples of both 2D and 3D applications
    • an example of a branding project, including mini style guide and collateral applications
  • All selection criteria apply equally.

  • Submit your portfolio to the following email address jennifer.shanley1@tafensw.edu.au

Units Units taught in this course

Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 15 units of competency, including 6 core and 9 speciality units.

Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

  • Establish, negotiate and refine a design brief CUADES512

  • Manage design realisation CUADES611

  • Extend typographic design expertise CUAGRD603

  • Engage in the business of graphic design CUAGRD611

Course delivery Studying on Campus

Study in purpose built facilities that supports and accelerates your learning - from art studios and mechanical workshops to laboratories and bakeries. Structure your weekly schedule, immerse yourself in your craft, build friendships and networks, and enjoy an impactful learning experience.

Enmore

TAFE NSW Design Centre Enmore (DCE), located in Sydney’s vibrant and cosmopolitan inner west, is home to many of Australia's best-known design courses. Featuring a wide variety of design disciplines, TAFE NSW Design Centre Enmore offers an intimate setting, where students and staff from different departments have the opportunity to meet, talk, work together and immerse themselves in a creative environment of limitless possibilities.

Campus address

110 Edgeware Road Enmore 2042

Parking on campus grounds is available.

Refer to your local bus timetables, visit transportnsw.info

Newtown Station is 1200 metres from campus.

Facilities

TAFE NSW campuses work closely with the community and industry to ensure you have access to the industry standard technologies, equipment and facilities.

  • Conference room

  • Four Mac labs and five PC labs

  • Large exhibition area

  • Life-drawing studio

  • Nine design studios

  • Photography studio

  • Specialist technology workshop

Student support

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  • Mon 9 AM - 5 PM
  • Tue 9 AM - 5 PM
  • Wed 9 AM - 5 PM
  • Thu 9 AM - 5 PM
  • Fri 9 AM - 5 PM
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed