GRP322 Professional Graphic Design Practice (16)
Abstract
This subject prepares students to work at a professional standard in the graphic design industry. Projects within the subject will combine research and creative practice with commercial considerations, while striving for innovative, achievable and on-brief design solutions. Students will develop strategies for communication with clients and others within industry such as printers, photographers and suppliers.
Students will explore who they are as a designer, where they sit within the contemporary design landscape and how they will promote themselves within the industry.
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+ Subject Availability Modes and Location
| Session 1 | | Online | Wagga Wagga Campus | | On Campus | Port Macquarie | | On Campus | Wagga Wagga Campus |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: GRP322
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
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Subject information| Duration | Grading System | School: |
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| One session | HD/FL | School of Communication and Creative Industries |
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Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to demonstrate an understanding of the role of the graphic designer within industry, while beginning to explore their own sense of design identity
- be able to demonstrate (through application) an understanding of advanced research methodologies and creative processes involved in a professional design practice
- be able to effectively communicate and collaborate with clients, other creatives and suppliers in a considered and professional manner
- be able to evaluate and respond effectively to client briefs
- be able to prepare detailed and informative creative briefs
- be able to effectively communicate and present design ideas and outcomes
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SyllabusThe subject will cover the following topics:
- Contemporary graphic design practice
- Understanding a brief
- Advanced research and creative processes
- Project and time management
- Design identity
- Self promotion as a designer: logo, brand and online presence
- Design critique and analysis
- Working with clients, creative and suppliers
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The information contained in the 2017 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 25 August 2017. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.
