Diploma of Design / Bachelor of Graphic Design (Pathway to Teaching Secondary)
Western Sydney University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Pre-degree
CRICOS: 00917K
The Bachelor of Graphic Design (Pathway to Teaching Secondary) is a three-year degree specially designed to lead into the Master of Teaching (Secondary), an accredited postgraduate teaching qualification. Together, the two degrees provide direct access to a teaching career and improved prospects for career advancement. With an emphasis on studio-based practice, students will study areas such as image design, typography, layout design, branding, design history, research methods, and web-based design. From year two, students will develop a focus on digital design, photography, and graphics technology, enabling them to develop two teaching disciplines, Design & Technology and Graphics & Multimedia Technology. Students will also have the opportunity to study an Education Studies sub-major, where they will gain an understanding of contemporary education issues, teaching and learning. As well as being equipped with the necessary elements of an initial teacher qualification, students will be prepared for professional graphic design practice and associated alternate employment opportunities in design.
Structure
260 credit points
Subjects
- Design
- Graphic design
- Education studies
Standard entry requirements
Completed an English unit in the NSW Higher School Certificate, or competency in English at IELTS 6.0 equivalent (unless a native speaker) or passed The College English test at IELTS 6.0 equivalent or passed The College Foundation Studies Academic English unit at C grade level or higher. Met other entry requirements such as: an ATAR identified prior to the offer of a place, or completed The College Foundation Studies course with a Grade Point Average of 5.5 or higher.
Study pathways
The first year of this course is delivered by Western Sydney University The College, as an agent of Western Sydney University, via extended face-to-face hours in smaller learning environments. A Diploma in Design exit point is also available at the end of the first year of the course.
Further information
For further information concerning the requirements for secondary teaching, students are advised to consult the Subject Content Requirements for Primary and Secondary Teaching NSW (Abridged) from the NSW Institute of Teachers or the Western Sydney University School of Education.
