Program Overview

Bachelor of Digital Design (Digital Media)

The Bachelor of Digital Design (Digital Media) is a specialist course that focuses on the essential practical knowledge needed to create complex interactive media. Delivered in partnership with TAFE Queensland, this course is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in the digital media industry.

Course Description

The Bachelor of Digital Design (Digital Media) is a three-year full-time course that combines theoretical and practical knowledge to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of digital media. The course covers a range of topics, including interactive media, design and prototypes, professional practice, and digital production.

Admission Requirements

Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank, which can be achieved through various means, including:

• Year 12 ATAR
• Diploma pathway
• Other Australian Qualification
• Work experience
• Overseas qualification

Course Structure

The course consists of 72 credit points, which are divided into:

• Core Major in Professional and Digital Design (24 credit points)
• Specialist Major in Digital Media (24 credit points)
• Open Electives (24 credit points)

Core Major in Professional and Digital Design

The Core Major in Professional and Digital Design provides students with a foundation in professional practice, design, and digital media. The major includes units such as:

• Professional Orientation (Creative Industries and Digital Design)
• Professional Evidence (Creative Industries and Digital Design)
• Evolution of Design
• Interactive Media, Design and Prototypes
• Visual Ideation and Communication

Specialist Major in Digital Media

The Specialist Major in Digital Media provides students with advanced knowledge and skills in digital media. The major includes units such as:

• Design for Digital Contexts
• Character Design and Animation
• 3D Media Art Production
• Emerging Production Technologies
• Digital Production Project

Open Electives

Students can choose from a range of open electives to complement their studies. The open electives can be taken from any other TAFE QLD units or online units offered through UC BRUCE.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:

• Identify and anticipate emerging technological trends and adapt their knowledge and skills to a changeable industrial context
• Systematically and critically analyse and evaluate digital and interactive media works and production processes
• Converse in the concepts, theories, and knowledge related to digital and interactive media and apply this knowledge to augment technical production processes
• Create advanced digital media artefacts and systems that combine multiple media forms through the application of advanced technical skills and knowledge
• Work effectively in production environments typical of those found in digital and interactive media workplaces

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Bachelor of Digital Design (Digital Media) can pursue a range of career opportunities, including:

• Digital Media Designer
• Digital Media Producer
• Multimedia Artist
• Animator
• Digital Photographer
• Videographer
• Virtual and Augmented Reality Designer
• Creative Director

Course Information

• Course duration: Standard 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
• Maximum 10 years from date of enrolment to date of course completion
• Learning outcomes: The course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of digital media and equip them with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in the industry
• Majors: Core Major in Professional and Digital Design, Specialist Major in Digital Media
• Awards: Bachelor of Digital Design (Digital Media)
• Honours: High performing students may be eligible to enroll in the Bachelor of Arts and Design (Honours) course

Enrolment Data

2023 enrolments for this course by location: UC - TAFE Queensland, South Bank (19)

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