DESN2011
10 units
2000 level
Course handbook
Description
In this course students will use speculative design and iterative design concepts to plan, design and reflect upon their career trajectory. It will explore current industry trends and challenges that indicate future opportunities for emerging practitioners. Students will engage with industry professionals and peers to shape the emerging landscape of work in their preferred area/s of visual communication practice.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Newcastle City Precinct
- Semester 2 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Apply speculative and iterative design concepts to creative outputs and projects aligning with professional practice.
2. Create an aspirational professional project
3. Analyse industry and workforce research data and case studies
4. Identify and interact with relevant design communities of practice
Content
- Speculative design for your future career
- Situate your talent and skills towards a work/life journey as design practitioner
- Understanding of the diverse pathways in a design career
- Design industry trends and forecast
Requisite
If you have successfully completed DESN2004 you cannot enrol in this course.
Assumed knowledge
Basic skills in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and XD
Assessment items
Presentation: Presentation
Project: Project
Case Study / Problem Based Learning: Case Study
Contact hours
Semester 2 - 2024 - Newcastle City Precinct
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 1 week(s) starting in week 8
Lecture-2
- Face to Face On Campus 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 1 week(s) starting in week 1
Tutorial-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 3 week(s) starting in week 9
Tutorial-2
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 7 week(s) starting in week 1
Course outline
Course outline not yet available.
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