RMIT University

Course Level

Associate Degree

CRICOS

061154K

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Associate Degree in Design (Furniture)

In the award-winning Associate Degree in Design (Furniture Design), you will learn to make creative and originalfurniture designs with a strong grounding in design methods, manufacturing technologieand processes informed by cultural and social factors. As a student of this degree, you will work on combining real-life industry projects and design theory with a hands-on focus on production to create sustainable contemporary modern furniture products. It teaches you to investigate contemporary, cultural and environmental aspects of professional furniture design practice. You will gain the skills to explore design through real-world industry projects with highly-regarded design companies, and connect with Australian and international industry mentors who will work with you to provide feedback on the commercial viability of your design work. As a graduate, youll have the opportunity to compete in local and international design competitions such as London Design Week, Fringe Design, Workshopped Design Show Australia, and VIVID (Décor + Design).

Campus	Duration	Fees	ATAR
Melbourne City	Full-time - 2 years	N/A	N/A

Structure

192 credit points

Subjects

Design studies
Technology
Design studio
Communication

Entry requirements

You must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent qualification).

Recognition

You will be eligible to join the Design Institute of Australia (DIA) as a student member while studying. Graduates can apply for associate membership and full membership once you have obtained your professional experience.

Study Pathways

This program gives up to 1.5 years advance standing into the Bachelor of Design - Industrial Design (Honours). Graduates of the Diploma of Product Design may be eligible to apply for exemptions. Eligible graduates of the Certificate IV in Design who achieve a minimum grade of Competency with Distinction (CDI) across all units will be given automatic entry into the first semester, first year only of the Associate degree in Design - Furniture.