Master of Multimedia

Course code: 3102 + Course abbreviation: MMM + Total credit points required: 72 + 1.5 years full-time, 3 years part-time*

* Part-time mode will be offered subject to final enrolment numbers.

Study mode and course location

On-campus (Caulfield)

Course description

This coursework masters degree prepares graduates from various undergraduate backgrounds for work within the multimedia industry. It is offered jointly through the Faculty of Art and Design and the Faculty of Information Technology. A background in art or design is not required for enrolment in the program.

The course includes systems and web development, digital imaging and design. With an emphasis placed on group work, the program mirrors the real world, where multimedia development calls for input from people with wide-ranging capabilities, working together in multidisciplinary teams. The units are a blend of studio practice and lectures.

Assessment

Assessment is based on project work, written and verbal presentations, assignments and exams.

Entry requirements

Applicants should hold a bachelors degree from Monash University or an equivalent qualification from another tertiary institute or university approved by the faculty.

Credit for prior studies

Up to 24 points of credit may be granted for previously completed similar graduate-level units which have not been counted towards the award of any other degree or diploma. For similar undergraduate units, students will normally be required to make substitutions.

Course structure

The course consists of 10 coursework units, with a total of 72 points.

Full-time mode: three semesters

First year

Semester one

MMS9401 Creating digital content
MMS9405 Developing multimedia systems
VCM4101 Introduction to multimedia imaging
VCM4601 Design principles for multimedia 1

Semester two

DIS4604 Digital audio video
MMS9402 Digital media authoring
VCM4602 Design principles for multimedia 2
VCM4604 Information design for multimedia

Second year

Semester one

TAD4794 Multimedia and society
VCM5001 Multimedia product development

Part-time mode

Students interested in taking the course in part-time mode should contact the course coordinator for further information.

Exit points

The program can be exited after one or two semesters of full-time study or the equivalent. Students exiting after successfully completing one semester of study (24 points) take out the Graduate Certificate in Multimedia. Students exiting after successfully completing two semesters of study (48 points) take out the Graduate Diploma of Multimedia.

Contact details

Course coordinator

Mr Jeff Janet

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