The Master of Arts is a 100 per cent research degree. The principal research discipline is theory of art and design. Candidates develop a written proposal that outlines the proposed project, places the research within the context of the scholarly literature and provisionally outlines the methodology by which it might be brought to a conclusion.

Assessment

Candidates will be examined entirely on the basis of a written paper as outlined in the course description and the course structure.

Candidates are required to submit a major written paper which should be between 30,000 and 40,000 words.

Master of Arts

* 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.

This coursework masters degree allows designers to sharpen their professional practice, and further their marketing, business and analytical skills at an advanced level. Graduates of the Master of Design will have enhanced, highly developed capabilities, which will place them at the forefront of their field of design practice.

The core of the course consists of three units of design studio extending over three semesters. These are a series of supervised projects culminating in a design product (including design system, process, or artefact). Students are required to demonstrate high level planning, resourcing, implementation and evaluation, culminating in an expert understanding of the professional design process.

Students select one of the following streams within design studio for the entire course:

• industrial design
• visual communication
• interior architecture
• multimedia design
• multidisciplinary design.

In addition to the core design studio, students take two units to support the formation of design research strategies, a unit in professional practice, and a unit which complements their other studies by extending relevant skills and knowledge. Teaching consists of studio sessions, lectures and tutorials.

Assessment

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

The course consists of seven coursework units, usually studied full-time over three semesters. Students interested in taking the course in part-time mode should contact the course coordinator for further information.

First year

Semester one

• MDC4001 Design project (part 1)
• TAD4541 Research methods in design
• complementary study unit

Semester two

• MDC4002 Design project (part 2)
• PPR4002 Professional practice and business planning for design
• TAD4542 Research seminar in design

Second year

Semester one

• MDC5001 Design project (part 3)

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 Design.
• students exiting after successfully completing two semesters of study (48 points) take out the Graduate Diploma of Design.

Master of Design

* 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.

The Master of Design is an 87.5per cent research degree. Candidates develop a studio research proposal that results in a body of design works with accompanying written and visual documentation. The documentation is a commentary that outlines the development of the project and its conclusion, and provides a critical context within which the work may be viewed and assessed.

The design works are new works that demonstrate a conclusion to the research at the masters level. Works completed for other purposes, or before the candidacy, are not permitted for inclusion in the exhibition. Unless site specific, the faculty requires masters examination exhibitions to be conducted on-campus at either the Caulfield or Gippsland campuses.

Disciplines offered include:

• design
• graphic design/visual communication
• industrial design
• interior architecture
• multimedia/multimedia design.

Assessment

Examination normally occurs through an exhibition of design work and the supporting documentation. The documentation is not examined separately, but is considered together with the work and unites theory with practice.

Candidates submit a written commentary between 10,000 and 20,000 words with a photographic record of the design work being bound into the document. They are also required to successfully complete a sequence of two units which guide them through the methodological and documentary dimensions of their project:

• MDS5022 Design theory workshop
• MDS5031 Research methods in design

Master of Design (Research)

* 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.

The Master of Fine Art is an 85per cent research degree. Candidates develop a studio research proposal that results in a body of creative or visual works with accompanying written and visual documentation. The documentation is a commentary that outlines the development of the project and its conclusion, and provides a critical context within which the work may be viewed and assessed. The visual works are new works that demonstrate a conclusion to the research at the masters level. Works completed for other purposes, or before the candidacy, are not permitted for inclusion in the exhibition. Unless site specific, the faculty requires masters examination exhibitions to be conducted on-campus at either the Caulfield or Gippsland campuses.

Disciplines offered include:

• ceramics
• digital arts
• drawing
• glass
• metals and jewellery
• painting
• photomedia
• printmedia
• sculpture
• visual arts.

Interdisciplinary studio projects will be considered on a case by case basis.

Assessment

Examination normally occurs through an exhibition of visual work and the supporting documentation. The documentation is not examined separately, but is considered together with the work and unites theory with practice.

Candidates submit a written commentary between 10,000 and 20,000 words with a photographic record of the visual or creative work being bound into the document. They are also required to successfully complete a sequence of two units which guide them through the discursive and documentary dimensions of their project:

• ADM5001 Research methods
• ADM5002 Theory workshop

Master of Fine Art

* 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.

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.

The course consists of 10 coursework units, usually studied in full-time mode over three semesters. Students interested in taking the course in part-time mode should contact the course coordinator for further information.

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

• TAD4794 Multimedia and society
• VCM5001 Multimedia product development

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.

Master of Multimedia

* 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.

This specialist coursework masters degree recognises the particular practical skills and mindset that are required to work as a multimedia designer. It acknowledges the specialist skills in design strategy, development and communication necessary to work effectively in this area. The coursework aspects of the degree are complemented by theoretical discussions on the recent history of multimedia design and where it might progress in the future. The units are a blend of studio practice and lectures.

Assessment

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

Students gain a sound working knowledge of multimedia elements including text, image, sound, animation and video. Graduates will emerge as skilled practitioners in the area and should also be able to critically assess and contribute to the future of multimedia design.

The course consists of nine coursework units, with a total of 96 points normally studied full-time over four semesters. Study pattern to be determined in consultation with course coordinator.

First year

Semester one

Theory component (compulsory)

• TAD4794 Multimedia and society

Students chose six points of study from each of the options below.

Design option

• VCM4601 Design principles for multimedia 1
• VCM4602 Design principles for multimedia 2
• VCM4604 Information design for multimedia

Media option

• DIS4201 3D animation and virtual space
• DIS4604 Digital audio video
• VCM4101 Introduction to multimedia imaging

Technology option A

• FIT9027 Website authoring
• FIT9028 Digital media authoring
• FIT9029 Developing multimedia systems

Semester two

• MMD4001 Multimedia design studio 1

Technology option B

• FIT9027 Website authoring
• FIT9028 Digital media authoring
• FIT9029 Developing multimedia systems

Complimentary study

• DIS4201 3D animation and virtual space
• DIS4604 Digital audio video
• VCM4101 Introduction to multimedia imaging
• VCM4601 Design principles for multimedia 1
• VCM4602 Design principles for multimedia 2
• VCM4604 Information design for multimedia

Second year

Semester one

• MMD5002 Multimedia design studio 2
• TAD4793 Issues for multimedia practice

Semester two

• MMD5003 Multimedia design studio 3

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 Design
• students exiting after successfully completing two semesters of study (48 points) take out the Graduate Diploma of Multimedia Design.

Master of Multimedia Design

* 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.

This coursework masters degree provides critical guidance in contemporary visual arts philosophies and is designed for students with an undergraduate degree in fine or visual arts looking to further develop their studio practice. It offers the flexibility of both on-campus and off-campus study, and attracts artists wishing to work from their own studio.

The program asks students to relate their own practice to historical and contemporary discourse. It encourages a relationship between technical excellence in the studio and the conceptual aspirations of the discipline. Students are exposed to a critical review of their work in a supportive environment.

The aim of the course is the cultivation of methodologies for independent work. All studio units commence with an outline of the opportunities for artistic integrity and the means for achieving this. Students' studio work is then exposed to critical reflection and testing. The theoretical units support the student in carrying out this work with a level of methodological sophistication.

Assessment

Several assessment methods are used during the course, including written assignments, submission of studio work and seminar presentations. Some units will be assessed by a panel.

The course consists of three studio units and two units of contextual, critical or theoretical studies to complement and support their studio work, with a total of 72 points.

Disciplines offered*

• ceramics (Caulfield)
• drawing (Caulfield, Gippsland)
• glass (Caulfield)
• metals and jewellery (Caulfield)
• painting (Caulfield, Gippsland)
• photomedia (Caulfield, Gippsland)
• printmedia (Caulfield, Gippsland)
• sculpture (Caulfield, Gippsland)
• visual Arts (Caulfield, Gippsland).

Interdisciplinary studio projects will be considered on a case by case basis.

* Disciplines offered at Caulfield are available for on-campus mode only; disciplines offered at Gippsland are available for both on-campus and off-campus mode.

Full-time mode: three semesters

First year

Semester one

• MVA4001 Studio discipline A
• MVA4021 Philosophies of the studio A

Semester two

• MVA4002 Studio discipline B
• MVA4022 Philosophies of the studio B

Second year

Semester one

• MVA5001 Studio project

Part-time mode: six semesters

First year

Semester one

• MVA4001 Studio discipline A

Semester two

• MVA4021 Philosophies of the studio A

Second year

Semester one

• MVA4002 Studio discipline B

Semester two

• MVA4022 Philosophies of the studio B

Third year

• MVA5001 Studio project

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 Visual Arts
• students exiting after successfully completing two semesters of study (48 points) take out the Graduate Diploma of Visual Arts.

Master of Visual Arts

* 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.

The degree of Doctor of Philosophy can be undertaken by either studio research or by thesis.

By studio research (85 per cent research)

Candidates develop a studio research project, resulting in a body of work examined by exhibition. The examinable material includes written and visual documentation of about 30,000 words. This documentation provides a photographic record of the visual or creative work. Candidates are required to successfully complete a sequence of three units which guide them through the discursive and documentary dimensions of their project:

• ADD5091 Research methods
• ADD5092 Theory workshop
• ADD6093 Documentation studies

The works in the exhibition are not only new but result in a doctoral level contribution which has substantial cultural significance. The documentation is the retained archival record of the research. It outlines the development of the research and its conclusion, and provides a critical context within which the work may be viewed and examined. Unless site specific, the faculty requires doctoral examination exhibitions to be conducted on-campus at either the Caulfield or Gippsland campuses.

Disciplines offered include:

• architecture
• ceramics
• design
• digital arts
• drawing
• glass
• graphic design/visual communication
• industrial design
• interior architecture
• metals and jewellery
• multimedia/multimedia design
• painting
• photomedia
• printmedia
• sculpture
• visual arts.

Candidates may elect to develop an interdisciplinary studio research project for consideration.

Assessment

Examination normally occurs through an exhibition of visual work and the supporting documentation. The documentation is not examined separately, but is considered together with the work and unites theory with practice.

By thesis (100per cent research)

The principal research discipline is theory of art and design. Candidates develop a substantial written proposal that outlines the proposed project, places the research within the context of the scholarly literature, and provisionally outlines the methodology by which it might be brought to conclusion.

Assessment

Examination is by thesis only and requires the candidate to submit a thesis, the length of which would not normally exceed 100,000 words. The thesis is expected to make a substantial contribution to knowledge.

Doctor of Philosophy

* 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.