Entry requirements
To enter this qualification, individuals must provide evidence of their technical skills and ability to:
- produce multiple examples of graphic design work that respond effectively to different design challenges
- produce typography that supports the overall design solution
- use graphic design industry software
Skills may have been acquired through personal or work experience, or through formal study.
Selection criteria
Domestic and International students
To apply for this course you must present a collection of work, which demonstrates an interest in art and design. Folio pieces may include both hand rendered and computer-generated images, through the use of software from the Adobe Creative Cloud Suite. You may also wish to include developmental sketches and process work as well as the finished work.
If you are under 17 years of age, special enrolment conditions apply.
Portfolio compulsory items:
Develop a logo. For example you may select one of the following words:
- Nature Designs
- Book Time
- Viking Delivery
Develop a piece of typography. For example you may select one of the following words:
- Tattoo You
- Apollo Eyewear
- Newsroom Cafe
Your folio should include 2-5 images of your choice. These could include images of your:
- Paintings, drawings or Illustrations
- Sculpture
- Photoshop or digital work
You must submit this electronically based on your study location:
Please note: Electronic Files should not exceed 5mb. Website links, multiple submissions and zipped files will be accepted due to the size limitation.
N.B Students who have completed the CUA30715 or CUA30720 Cert III in Design Fundamentals may use their work as a portfolio.
International Students
The following Selection criteria requirements apply only to International Students:
- English Language Proficiency: Academic IELTS 5.5 (no individual band less than 5.0) or ISLPR 2+ on all skills or other - For a list of all English Language tests accepted by TAFE Queensland International
- Academic Requirements: Completion of Year 12 (or equivalent). Non school-leavers must have relevant work experience or qualification that indicates likely success of course completion. For more information on the international education achievement levels equivalent to Year 10 and 12
Applicants should be a minimum of 17 years of age and turning 18 during the first year of study with TAFE Queensland. International students who are under 18 years of age and are applying for a student visa are required by the Australian Department of Home Affairs to have adequate welfare arrangements in place.
Resources required
It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software. This equipment and software are available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.
You will also be required to have access to and bring to class some design resources and a portable external hard drive (500MG minimum). Details will be provided after enrolment or during orientation.
Please note: the purchase of these items may incur additional costs of approximately $300.
It is also recommended that you have access to a computer capable of running Adobe Creative Suite software. This software can be purchased after enrolment to access a student discount price.