Bachelor of Design / Education (Secondary)

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Design/Education (Secondary) is a four-year double degree that prepares students to teach visual arts in high schools while developing professional design skills in graphics and various specializations. Through practical work experience, students gain hands-on teaching experience and build a strong foundation in design and education. Graduates are qualified to pursue careers in both teaching and design fields.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Bachelor of Design/Education (Secondary) is a four-year double degree that transforms creative thinking into the confidence to guide future generations. You’ll develop professional design skills and be prepared to teach visual arts to high school students. Discover the different ways students learn and the best ways to teach according to current research. Use your education knowledge to strengthen your own creative design discipline in graphics and either objects, experiences, interaction, or 3D visualisation. Inspire students to never stop learning, with practical tools and interpersonal experience developed during 80 days of teaching work experience. You'll build extensive creative skills and knowledge, learning from experts in practical and theoretical classes. And with solid opportunities for industry connections, you'll develop your future career throughout the entire degree.

Outline:

Year 1

• DESN1001: Design Communication 1
• DESN1002: Design Communication 2
• DESN1003: Foundation Studio
• DESN1004: Design Thinking
• EDUC1001: Becoming a Teacher
• EDUC1002: Education and Society

Year 2

• DESN2001: Design Communication 3
• DESN2002: Design Communication 4
• DESN2003: Studio Practice
• DESN2004: Design History and Theory
• EDUC2001: Teaching and Learning
• EDUC2002: Indigenous Education

Year 3

• DESN3001: Design Communication 5
• DESN3002: Design Communication 6
• DESN3003: Design Studio
• DESN3004: Design Research
• EDUC3001: Assessment and Reporting
• EDUC3002: Curriculum and Pedagogy

Year 4

• DESN4001: Design Communication 7
• DESN4002: Design Communication 8
• DESN4003: Design Major Project
• DESN4004: Design Industry Experience
• EDUC4001: Classroom Management
• EDUC4002: Special Education

Assessment:

Assessment methods include:

• Exams
• Quizzes
• Assignments
• Presentations
• Portfolios
• Practical work

Teaching:

The program is taught by a team of experienced academics and industry professionals. The faculty is committed to providing students with a supportive and engaging learning environment.

Careers:

Graduates of the Bachelor of Design/Education (Secondary) are qualified to teach visual arts in secondary schools. They may also pursue careers in design, such as graphic design, product design, or interior design.