3102 - Master of Multimedia
This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the Faculty information section of this Handbook by the managing faculty for this course
| Abbreviated title | MMM |
|---|---|
| CRICOS Code | 038581E |
| Managing faculty | Art and Design |
| Study location and mode | On-campus (Caulfield) Part-time study may be offered subject to final enrolment numbers. |
| Total credit points required | 72 |
| Duration (years) | 1.5 years FT, 3 years PT |
| Recognition of prior learning | 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. |
| Contact details | Telephone +61 3 9903 1517, email enquiries@artdes.monash.edu.au or visit http://www.artdes.monash.edu.au. |
| Course coordinator | Mr Jeff Janet |
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.
Structure
Requirements
First year
Semester one
- FIT9027 Website authoring
- FIT9029 Developing multimedia systems
- VCM4101 Introduction to multimedia imaging
- VCM4601 Design principles for multimedia 1
Semester two
- DIS4604 Digital audio video
- FIT9028 Digital media authoring
- VCM4602 Design principles for multimedia 2
- VCM4604 Information design for multimedia
Second year
Semester one
Alternative exit(s)
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.
Award(s) received on completion *
* Where more than one award is listed, or in the case of double degrees, where more than one award is listed for one or both components of the double degree, the actual award/s conferred may depend on units/majors/streams/specialisations studied, the level of academic merit achieved (eg in the case of 'with honours' programs), or other factors relevant to the individual student's program of study.