Design Projects 1 (DPSS90002)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 25On Campus (Southbank)
Overview
| Availability | Semester 1 |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
This subject explores theory and the process of design for the creative sector. A range of approaches to design will be examined through the consideration of current and historical precedents in performance, screen, exhibition and publication. These ideas will be applied to a series of studio‐based projects designed to develop the student’s conceptual skills.
Students will also develop the relevant fundamental skills and techniques for documenting and communicating design for their chosen specialisation including model making, concept drawing, perspective drawing, technical drawing, image processing, layout, illustration, and CAD drafting.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- analyse a brief or text for the purpose of developing design concepts;
- research in an effective and organised manner for the purposes of designing for a creative arts context;
- articulate different approaches to the design process;
- apply design processes and principles to develop design concepts;
- select and apply a variety of appropriate techniques to the documentation and communication of designs;
- adhere to industry standards in design documentation.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- demonstrate an ability to be organised and methodical in their approach to developing and documenting a design concept;
- display a capacity for creativity through problem-solving;
- communicate effectively through visual and verbal means;
- present their designs professionally.
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Project 1 – Design Folio (1500 words equivalent), Reflective Paper (500 words)
| Early in the teaching period | 20% |
Project 2 – Design Folio (2800 words equivalent), Reflective Paper (700 words)
| Mid teaching period | 35% |
Project 3 – Design Folio (3500 words equivalent), Reflective Paper (1000 words)
| During the assessment period | 45% |
| Hurdle requirement: Students must attend a minimum of 75% of all scheduled classes. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
| Hurdle requirement: Students must submit all elements of assessment to be eligible for a pass in this subject. For the purposes of meeting this hurdle requirement, each submitted assessment must be complete and constitute a genuine attempt to address the requirements of the task. Submitting only part of an assessment (e.g. only the title page) or an assessment on an irrelevant topic will not meet this hurdle requirement. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Coordinator Kris Bird Mode of delivery On Campus (Southbank) Contact hours 72 hours, comprising two 3-hour studios per week Total time commitment 340 hours Teaching period 3 March 2025 to 1 June 2025 Last self-enrol date 14 March 2025 Census date 31 March 2025 Last date to withdraw without fail 9 May 2025 Assessment period ends 27 June 2025 Semester 1 contact information
Kris Bird: kris.bird@unimelb.edu.au
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Last updated: 4 March 2025
Further information
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Last updated: 4 March 2025