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.
Compulsory items:
Develop a logo. For example you may select one of the following:
- Black Cat Surf Wear
- Bouncing Ball Fitness
- Mad Chef Kitchen
Develop a piece of typography. For example you may select one of the following words:
- Lunchbox Lectures
- Bungy-Jump
- Sophisticated Sox
Your folio should include 2-5 images of your choice. These could include images of your:
- Paintings, drawings or Illustrations
- Sculpture
- Photography, photoshop or digital work
In approximately 250 words, explain why you wish to study this course and how this course will help you achieve your goals. The work must have been produced in the last 18 months
You must submit this electronically based on your study location:
Greater Brisbane locations - Submit electronically to gdportfolio.brisbane@tafeqld.edu.au
Gold Coast locations - Submit electronically to gdportfolio.goldcoast@tafeqld.edu.au
Sunshine Coast location - Submit electronically to gdportfolio.eastcoast@tafeqld.edu.au
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 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. TAFE Queensland has entered an agreement with Union Institute of Language (UIL) to facilitate the provision of the welfare services (fees apply).
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, including Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat Reader and Adobe Flash Player. This equipment and software is 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 (no USBs). Details will be provided after enrolment or during orientation. Please note: the purchase of these items may incur additional costs of approximately $260.
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.
International Students Only
There may be additional costs associated with this course that are not included in your tuition fees. Further information on resources will be given at Orientation:
South Bank, Brisbane:
- Stationery/media
- Professional printing
- Professional folio printing
Nambour:
- A Kit list will be discussed in further detail at orientation. The cost of the Kit is approximately $260 AUD and this cost is not included in the total cost of the course.
Coomera:
- Student Subscription to Adobe Creative Suite
- 1 x external hard drive to store/backup all class project files and learning resources
- Textbooks, if required, are not included in the program fees