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Bachelor of Visual Communication Design (Honours)

Bachelor of Visual Communication Design (Honours)

The Bachelor of Visual Communication Design (Honours) degree is a one year full-time (or equivalent part-time) program designed to allow students to further specialize to an advanced level of professionalism and academic achievement. It also provides a pathway to Research Higher Degree studies. Program learning outcomes On successful completion of…

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Social Studies And Communications
University of Newcastle

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The Bachelor of Visual Communication Design (Honours) degree is a one year full-time (or equivalent part-time) program designed to allow students to further specialize to an advanced level of professionalism and academic achievement. It also provides a pathway to Research Higher Degree studies.

Program learning outcomes

On successful completion of the program students will have:

On successful completion of the program students will have:

coherent and advanced knowledge of the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines and knowledge of research principles and methods

demonstrated the application of knowledge and skills to plan and execute project work and/or a piece of research and scholarship with some independence

cognitive skills to review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge to identify and provide solutions to complex problems with intellectual independence

cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of a body of knowledge and theoretical concepts with advanced understanding in some areas

cognitive skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in developing new understanding

technical skills to design and use research in a project

communication skills to present a clear and coherent exposition of knowledge and ideas to a variety of audiences

demonstrated the application of knowledge and skills with initiative and judgement in professional practice and/or scholarship

demonstrated the application of knowledge and skills to adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts

demonstrated the application of knowledge and skills with responsibility and accountability for own learning and practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters

be capable of identifying and using relevant technical, theoretical and practical domains of knowledge in their design research and practice.

a well-developed and critical understanding of various theories of design and their relationship to design history, design practice and broader histories and theories of culture and knowledge.

a well-developed exploratory and creative approach to the methodical use and development of their design skills and visual literacy.

the ability to work independently and/or collaboratively, in a professional and ethical manner, in exploring design situations and producing high quality design outcomes.

Total units required

  • 80 units

Honours

There are three classes of Honours: Class I, Class II and Class III. Class II will have two divisions, namely Division 1 and Division 2.

EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION

University of Newcastle

The University of Newcastle, Australia is a world-class university. Excellence in teaching, research, and the student experience are our focus.

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The University of Newcastle is one of the world’s top 200 universities1, known for making a global impact and top 5 in the world for partnering for a more sustainable future2. 

We embrace technology and best practice to deliver the best possible student experience. Our mission is to help students become life-ready graduates. We do this through practical learning, innovative styles of teaching, internationally recognised study programs and world-class research. 

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1 QS World University Rankings 2023
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4 The University of Newcastle Data Warehouse 2021 
5 QILT Graduates Outcomes Survey 2018 - 2020 
 

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