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Monash University Handbook 2010Postgraduate courses by faculty: Faculty of Art and DesignFaculty of Art and Design courses collation-pg-byfaculty-ad 0498 - Master of ArtsThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Art and Design
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DescriptionThe 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. AssessmentCandidates will be examined entirely on the basis of a written paper as outlined in the course description and the course structure. StructureCandidates are required to submit a major written paper which should be between 30,000 and 40,000 words. Award(s)Master of Arts 3113 - Master of DesignThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Art and Design
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DescriptionThis 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:
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. ObjectivesUpon successful completion of the Master of Design, students will have acquired the capability to understand specific strategies and methods and have the skills to apply them in the fields of design. They will have sharpened their professional practice and taken their knowledge of marketing, business and analytical skills to a more advanced level. Credit for prior studiesUp to 24 points of credit may be granted for previously completed similar units taken at the same level, for example as part of an honours course. For similar undergraduate units, students will normally be required to make substitutions. AssessmentAssessment is based on project work, written and verbal presentations and assignments. StructureThe 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. RequirementsFirst yearSemester oneSemester two
Second yearSemester one
Alternative exit(s)The program can be exited after one or two semesters of full-time study or the equivalent:
Award(s)Master of Design 3111 - Master of Design (by Research)This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Art and Design
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DescriptionThe Master of Design is an 87.5 per 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:
AssessmentExamination 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. RequirementsCandidates 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: Award(s)Master of Design (Research) 2953 - Master of Fine ArtThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Art and Design
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DescriptionThe 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:
Interdisciplinary studio projects will be considered on a case by case basis. AssessmentExamination 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. RequirementsCandidates 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: Award(s)Master of Fine Art 3102 - Master of MultimediaThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Art and Design
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DescriptionThis 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. ObjectivesGraduates of the course will have the necessary skills to engage in a career in multimedia. Through the experience of the multimedia studio, students will understand specific strategies and methods and have the skills to apply them in the fields of multimedia. Credit for prior studiesUp 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. AssessmentAssessment is based on project work, written and verbal presentations, assignments and exams. StructureThe 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. RequirementsFirst yearSemester one
Semester two
Second yearSemester oneAlternative exit(s)The program can be exited after one or two semesters of full-time study or the equivalent:
Award(s)Master of Multimedia 3105 - Master of Multimedia DesignThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Art and Design
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DescriptionThis 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. ObjectivesStudents 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. Credit for prior studiesUp 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. AssessmentAssessment is based on project work, written and verbal presentations and assignments. StructureThe 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. RequirementsFirst yearSemester oneTheory component (compulsory)
Students chose six points of study from each of the options below. Design option
Media option
Technology option ASemester two
Technology option BComplimentary study
Second yearSemester oneSemester two
Alternative exit(s)The program can be exited after one or two semesters of full-time study or the equivalent:
Award(s)Master of Multimedia Design 3108 - Master of Visual ArtsThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Art and Design
DescriptionThis 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. ObjectivesUpon completion of the Master of Visual Arts, student can expect to have acquired a capacity for advanced work in an area of the visual arts, together with a critical understanding of visual arts theory and practice. Graduates also acquire a capacity to undertake research in the visual arts. Credit for prior studiesUp to 24 points of credit may be granted for successful completion of a further year of art or design studies beyond the pass degree. AssessmentSeveral 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. StructureThe 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*
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. RequirementsFull-time mode: three semestersFirst yearSemester oneSemester twoSecond yearSemester one
Part-time mode: six semestersFirst yearSemester one
Semester two
Second yearSemester one
Semester two
Third year
Alternative exit(s)The program can be exited after one or two semesters of full-time study or the equivalent:
Award(s)Master of Visual Arts 1322 - Doctor of PhilosophyThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Art and Design
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StructureThe degree of Doctor of Philosophy can be undertaken by either studio research or by thesis. RequirementsBy 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: 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:
Candidates may elect to develop an interdisciplinary studio research project for consideration. AssessmentExamination 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. AssessmentExamination 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. Award(s)Doctor of Philosophy |
