Diploma in Design/Bachelor of Graphic Design (Pathway to Teaching Secondary) (6013)
- Approved Abbreviation: DGraphDes/BGraphDes
- Western Sydney University Program Code: 6013
- AQF Level: 7
CRICOS Code: 096973G
This program applies to students who commenced in 2021 or later.
Students should follow the program structure for the session start date relevant to the year they commenced.
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, you will study areas such as image design, typography, layout design, branding, design history, research methods, and web-based design. From year two, you will develop a focus on digital design, photography, and graphics technology, enabling you to develop two teaching disciplines, Design & Technology and Graphics & Multimedia Technology. In year three, you will also study an Education Studies – Secondary Teaching minor, where you will gain an understanding of contemporary education issues, teaching and learning. Students who complete this degree are eligible for 40 credit points advanced standing (the first semester of the M Teaching (Secondary) or M Teaching (Secondary) STEM). As well as being equipped with the necessary elements of an initial teacher qualification, you will be prepared for professional graphic design practice and associated alternate employment opportunities in design.
The first year of this program 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 program.
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 School of Education.
For more information on Western Sydney University, The College, please refer to their web site.
Western Sydney University, The College
For program advice during your first year of study, please use the contact below under ‘Program Advice’. For program advice during your second and subsequent years of study, please use the contact listed for the Bachelor of Graphic Design (Pathway to Teaching Secondary).
Bachelor of Graphic Design (Pathway to Teaching Secondary)
Early Exit
Students may exit this program on completion of 100 credit points with a 7044 Diploma in Design (exit only)
Study Mode
Three years full-time or six years part-time.
Program Advice
Prospective students should visit the following websites for general enquiries about this program.
Enquire about this program| Local Admission | International Admission |
Location
| Campus | Attendance | Mode | Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parramatta Campus - Victoria Road | Full Time | Internal | See above |
| Parramatta Campus - Victoria Road | Part Time | Internal | See above |
| The College - Nirimba Education Precinct | Full Time | Internal | See above |
| The College - Nirimba Education Precinct | Part Time | Internal | See above |
Admission
For more information on applying please see link to The College admission pages below.
https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/thecollege/how_to_apply
Domestic students are required to have:
- Completed an English subject 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 with 70% or higher Or
- Passed The College Foundation Studies Academic English subject 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 program with a Grade Point Average of 5.5 or higher.
International students must satisfy one of the following language requirements:
- IELTS 6.0 with a minimum 5.5 in each sub band Or
- Completed the College EAP 4 program with a 50% pass Or
- Passed The College English test with 70% or higher Or
- Passed The College Foundation Studies Academic English subject at C grade level or higher for which advanced standing can be applied for.
Academic Entry Requirements vary according to country of origin. However, in general:
- Completion of Year 12 or its equivalent is the minimum entry requirement Or
- Completed The College Foundation Studies program with a Grade Point Average of 5.5 or higher.
Program Structure
Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 260 credit points which include the subjects listed in the recommended sequence below.
The early exit College Diploma consists of 100 credit points which includes three College Preparatory subjects.
Western Sydney University The College Subjects
Please note that all campuses may not have intakes each year.
Full-time intake
| Year 1 | Credit Points | |
|---|---|---|
| First Term of Study | ||
| LANG 0003 | Academic English (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| DESN 0002 | The Design Process (WSTC Prep) | 10 |
| GEDU 0007 | Tertiary Study Skills in Design (WSTC Prep) | 0 |
| DESN 1004 | Design Histories and Futures (WSTC) | 10 |
| Second Term of Study | ||
| DESN 1010 | Graphic Design: Understanding the Principles (WSTC) | 20 |
| DESN 1012 | Image Design (WSTC) | 10 |
| Third Term of Study | ||
| DESN 1019 | Visual Storytelling (WSTC) | 10 |
| DESN 1022 | Web and Time-based Design (WSTC) | 10 |
| DESN 1008 | Graphic Design: Process and Practice (WSTC) | 20 |
| Credit Points | 100 | |
| Total Credit Points | 100 | |
Students may exit at this point and graduate with the Diploma in Design following a passing grade in all of the above subjects. Students who progress onto Year Two may also be awarded the Diploma if they gain a passing grade in all of the above subjects.
- Students must pass all College Preparatory subjects before progressing to the Year Two subjects.
- Students must pass at least 70 credit points of University level subjects in Year One before progressing to the Year Two subjects.
Western Sydney University Subjects
For program advice during your second and subsequent years of study, please use the contact listed for the Bachelor of Graphic Design (Pathway to Teaching Secondary).
Bachelor of Graphic Design (Pathway to Teaching Secondary)
Parramatta (Victoria Road) Campus
First Teaching Area - Design and Technology
Students must complete the following Design specialist subject pairings as their first teaching area.
| Subject | Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| Design Specialist Pairing 1: Photomedia | ||
| VISU 3002 | Photomedia: Fashion and Identity | 10 |
| DESN 2013 | Photomedia: Photographic Practice | 10 |
| Design Specialist Pairing 2: Digital Design | ||
| DESN 3002 | Data Visualisation | 10 |
| DESN 2011 | Motion Design | 10 |
Second Teaching Area - Graphics and Multimedia
Students must also complete one of the following minors
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Education Studies - Secondary Teaching
Students must also complete the following Education Studies - Secondary Teaching minor.
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Recommended Sequence
| Year 2 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Autumn session | Credit Points | |
| DESN 2014 | Researching the Visual | 10 |
| DESN 2013 | Photomedia: Photographic Practice | 10 |
| Select two Graphics and Multimedia minor subjects | 20 | |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Spring session | ||
| DESN 2001 | Australian Design | 10 |
| VISU 3002 | Photomedia: Fashion and Identity | 10 |
| Select two Graphics and Multimedia minor subjects | 20 | |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Year 3 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| DESN 3001 | Contextual Design Studies | 10 |
| DESN 2011 | Motion Design | 10 |
| Select two Education Studies – Secondary Teaching minor subjects | 20 | |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Spring session | ||
| DESN 3006 | Graphic Design: Developing a Personal Portfolio | 10 |
| DESN 3002 | Data Visualisation | 10 |
| Select two Education Studies – Secondary Teaching minor subjects | 20 | |
| Credit Points | 40 | |
| Total Credit Points | 160 | |