VCO3303

Typography studies 3

(A&D)

3 points + 2 hours in class and 4 independent study hours per week + First semester + Caulfield + Prerequisite: VCO2302

Synopsis: Theoretical and practical exercises in the relationships between typography and meaning, typography and language, and type in media provide the educational core. Skills in fine-point typography and publishing/multimedia software are emphasised. Set projects engage students in the production of sophisticated typographic solutions for print, publication and multimedia applications. Design for editorial application and interface solutions are key supports to existing studio and elective subjects.

Assessment: Mid semester portfolio of project work:20% + Final portfolio:80%