Hobart
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Introduction
This studio introduces the multi-disciplinary practice of Visual Communication.
Emphasis is placed on the development and acquisition of a repertoire of visual skills, and approaches. Students are encouraged to explore different mediums and methods while integrating theoretical knowledge through research. Projects will explore the fundamental principles of design, typography and context, image making and page layout. Students will be introduced to current practice, consider the social context of the profession and articulate the intent, context and role of design in contemporary society.
Directed by staff and technicians, in the context of a studio/workshop/tutorial curriculum, you will be introduced to traditional techniques, new technologies and approaches to contemporary practice.
Projects include directed learning, collaboration and cross-media engagement and are choreographed and critiqued so as to reflect the breadth of contemporary practice. Students will be encouraged to consider connections to other Studio units.
Study of this unit will involve undertaking basic skills and techniques, and introduce you to experimenting, critiquing and conceptualising media, forms and methods. You will also learn how to source information and materials in addition to applying safe work practices.
Summary 2020
| Unit name | Visual Communication 1 |
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| Unit code | FSG111 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| Faculty/School | College of Arts, Law and Education School of Creative Arts and Media |
| Discipline | Arts |
| Coordinator | Sarah Stubbs |
| Teaching staff | Sarah Stubbs |
| Level | Introductory |
| Available as student elective? | Yes |
| Breadth Unit? | No |
Availability
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Learning Outcomes
Fees
Requisites
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 3hr weekly studio sessions, that comprise of technical workshops, group learning activities and individual studio time, + 6 x 1hr lecture/viewing/demonstration. There is an expectation of at least an additional 3hrs independent practical work in the studio weekly (13 weeks, including an Independent Study Week). |
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| Assessment | Ongoing formative feedback through written, verbal, visual, individual and collective presentations and critique. Non assessed hurdle and milestone tasks as described in the unit outline. Folio of completed projects submitted at the end of the unit and portfolio of relevant supporting material evidencing brief observations and reflections of the semester's work and contextual investigation (maximum 15 pages) (100%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required | Information about any textbook requirements will be available from mid November. |
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| Recommended |
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