Overview 2021
Location
This course may not be available to international students. Please see the list of distance courses (i.e. online and taken outside Australia) that are offered to international students
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During this qualification, graduates will be able to apply interdisciplinary knowledge and skills in order to:
- Learn how to direct design thinking and design processes for positive impact via real projects that tap into the island’s rich creative sector, local communities and World Heritage landscapes.
- Prepare for established and emerging design industry roles in Tasmania and beyond, guided by industry-connected staff.
- Belong to a vibrant, creative community with access to world-class studios and workshops, and national and international industry guests, entrepreneurs and thinkers.
- Facilitate articulation into undergraduate study, which subsequently prepares individuals to transition into leadership and management roles and future postgraduate study.
The interdisciplinary nature of this qualification draws upon established disciplinary fields such as management, finance, marketing, human resources, business planning, project management, entrepreneurship, innovation, and leadership
A key to the distinctiveness of the Associate Degree in Applied Design is its adoption of applied, blended, and online styles of learning. The course requires students to develop knowledge and skills within an authentic learning approach. This integrated approach applies an array of experiential education opportunities such as site visits, field work, case studies, simulated work environments, and data-driven decision-making.
Many units are taught by industry practitioners or involve industry guest input to ensure students formulate clear pathways into industry upon completion. Partnerships with creative industries and organisations, such as MOFO, Junction Arts Festival and 10 Days on the Island, as well as with local and state government organisations, such as Parks Tasmania, are a key feature of the place-based curriculum.
For graduates new to design, this qualification could assist you to gain roles which could include graphic designer, creative technologist, social media manager, information architect, design strategist, user experience designer, packaging designer through to various marketing roles. For those already working in the industry, this course could help you to progress or diversity your career.
Practical experience
Students are exposed to authentic and engaged learning experiences designed to develop their understanding of work and the workplace. In the first year of study, students are introduced to (i) different methods of and approaches to practice, (ii) how issues such as values, ethics, empathy and leadership are reflected in the workplace and (iii) the role of reflection and deliberative thinking in developing workplace-based knowledge, skills, attitudes and aspirations. Students develop personal responsibility for and autonomy in developing their portfolio of practice (known as a Practice Manual). This is reflected in educational plans developed in consultation with their Academic Coaches and based on a method or approach to practice from, for example projects, data-driven decision making, case studies, field work, simulated environments, design thinking etc.
The second year of study builds on concepts of learning through practice from the diploma by introducing students to more complex learning experiences. Students will be introduced to: - discipline-based skills and knowledge in dynamic practice situations. This will include authentic and purposeful, industry-related experiences - concepts of managing effective relationships and communicating with others - the development and use of adaptive leadership skills and how these skills relate to innovative and entrepreneurial practice - the nature of responsible, accountable and reflective workplace skills, and creative and critical thinking relevant to para-professional practice. Students will exercise self-awareness, initiative and judgement to manage yourself and professional relationships effectively. The application of tacit knowledge and capabilities will be reflected in a Practice Manual.
Course structure
Entry requirements
Fees & scholarships
Domestic students
Scholarships
Each year the University of Tasmania administers an estimated $7 million in scholarships to students from all walks of life, including those who have achieved high academic results; those from low socio-economic backgrounds; students with sporting ability; students undertaking overseas study; and students with a disability.
There are a number of scholarships available to those students studying an Associate Degree in Applied Design.
For more information on scholarships and to view the full range of scholarships available to you, head to the Scholarships website.
Additional costs
In addition to course costs, students may be subject to other costs related to study at university including:
- Text books and stationery
- Accommodation
- Student Services and Amenities Fee
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