Diploma of Design (Visual Communications)
Diploma of Design (Visual Communications)
Technology is moving fast and society is changing with it. If you’re passionate about all things visual and the impact design has on people and culture, this course is for you. At the Diploma level, explore the fundamentals of graphic design and the technical skills required to create aesthetically appealing…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Technology is moving fast and society is changing with it. If you’re passionate about all things visual and the impact design has on people and culture, this course is for you.
At the Diploma level, explore the fundamentals of graphic design and the technical skills required to create aesthetically appealing messaging. Then delve into the design process, from research, ideation, sketching and prototyping, to implementation and watch your work come to life.
Removed from traditional classroom learning, you’ll enjoy working within a design-studio environment. Tackle creative briefs, sketch ideas on paper and create quick prototypes for testing with a realized digital outcome. Learn the processes involved with creating compelling user experiences, and utilize different tools and tech to help you make it.
Technology & Facilities
At JMC, design is our passion. Our classrooms are equipped with cutting-edge technology, always in sync with the latest industry standards and software advancements. From your very first day, you’ll experience classes in studio-like settings, complete with an array of tools at your disposal. This includes Wacom or XP Pen graphics tablets, HTC Vive VR technology, 3D printers, and DSLR cameras, providing ample opportunities for creative experimentation and design. Additionally, we offer a complimentary Adobe Creative Cloud license for your personal computer, granting full access to Adobe’s suite of applications and software, such as Photoshop, Illustrator, and After Effects.
Duration
When undertaken full-time, the Diploma of Design (Visual Communications) can be completed in 8 months (2 trimesters).
COURSE STRUCTURE The Diploma of Design (Visual Communication) makes up the first 2 trimesters of the Design Bachelor’s degree. At the successful completion of 2 trimesters, our modular and integrated course structure lets you graduate with an officially recognised diploma or continue seamlessly towards the industry standard Bachelor of Design (Visual Communication) degree.
Intake Dates: February, June, September.
REQUIREMENTS
- Successful completion of a senior secondary school certificate
- English proficiency: minimum IELTS 6.0 overall (with no single band score below 5.5) or equivalent.
- Interview
- Must be at least 18 years old at course commencement
- TOEFL iBT: 73 overall with a minimum writing score of 18
- Pearson English Test (PTE) 50-57
- Cambridge English Test – C1 Advanced overall score of 169.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
JMC Academy is Australia’s leading specialist creative-industries institution, having educated and equipped creative minds for 40 years. It has campuses in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane. The lecturers at JMC Academy have strong connections to industry and are passionate about equipping their students with the skills needed for career success. Its global connections help students to take advantage of exchange and study tours abroad. JMC Academy students can access a range of effective support systems including orientation, mentoring, counselling and a complete range of academic assistance programs. For 2 years in a row, JMC was ranked #1 for student satisfaction and skills development amongst all private creative institutions in Australia (QILT SURVEY 2019/20 & 2020/21).
