VPA105 Typography and Publishing (8)

This subject will introduce the history, principles and applications of typography as a means of expression and communication. It will also examine the relationship between type and image within the context of both print and web. Students will explore page structure and the use of grids within single and double page print layouts as well as multiple web page layouts, beginning to build an appreciation of related production processes.

Subject Outlines
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Availability

Session 2 (60)
On Campus
Port Macquarie Campus
Wagga Wagga Campus
Online
Wagga Wagga Campus

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: VPA105. Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

School of Communication and Creative Industries

Enrolment Restrictions

Not available to students who have successfully completed GRP115.

Incompatible Subjects

GRP115

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to identify a variety of typefaces and have an understanding of their associated history, principles and applications
  • be able to demonstrate a critical approach to font selection for different applications
  • be able to understand and demonstrate the principles of designing with type and image
  • be able to employ grids to design a variety of print and web page layouts
  • be able to demonstrate a critical approach to a variety of page layouts and information
  • be able to work independently on digital design briefs

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:
  • Introduction to type: history, principles and applications
  • Selection of typefaces and their relationship to content, imagery, colour and context
  • Introduction to layouts and grids: print and web
  • Introduction to hierarchy (visual and information), readability and legibility and their roles in the design solution
  • Introduction to scanning, file sizes, formats and colour spaces (CMYK, RGB and web safe)
  • Introduction to production processes

Contact

Current Students

For any enquiries about subject selection or course structure please contact Student Central or ask@csu.edu.au or phone on 1800 275 278.

Prospective Students

For further information about Charles Sturt University, or this course offering, please contact info.csu on 1800 275 278 (free call within Australia) or enquire online.

The information contained in the 2018 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: August 2018. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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