C4414 - Certificate IV in Design
Plan: C4414 - Certificate IV in Design
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Overview
Program detailsPurpose of the ProgramArticulation and pathwaysEntrance requirementsExternal accreditation and industry linksStudent expenses and charges in addition to feesLibrary, IT and specialist resourcesProgram details
Award title: Certificate IV in Design
Qualification national code: CUA40720
Nominal hours: 825
Career: TAFE
Duration: 0.5 years full-time
Location: RMIT Brunswick Campus
Owning school: Creative Industries (515T)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/college-of-vocational-education
CRICOS code: 105791B
Top of pagePurpose of the Program
This design qualification equips you with the potential to move on to higher levels of study. It is also a basic entry point to a design-based vocation by providing design knowledge and skills in visual communication and 3D design. These educational pathways may lead towards the following programs: Communication design, graphic design, graphic arts, multimedia, product design and visual merchandising, interior design and decoration, advertising. The program focuses on the investigation and development of design projects in a studio environment.
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
Successful completion of the RMIT Certificate IV in Design guarantees entry into the following programs:
- Diploma of Fashion Styling
- Diploma of Interior Design
- Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural)
- Associate Degree in Design (Furniture)
- Associate Degree in Fashion
Successful completion of the RMIT Certificate IV in Design guarantees entry into the following programs with exemptions:
- Diploma of Graphic Design
- Diploma of Product Design
If you have already developed areas of skill and knowledge included in this program (for example, through prior studies or work experience), you can apply for RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning) once you have enrolled in this program.
Top of pageEntrance requirements
There are no academic entry requirements. A selection task is not required for entry into this qualification.
This program is registered for CRICOS (05791B)
International English language requirement
Applicant must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 or an equivalent senior secondary school qualification with a minimum average of 50%
AND
Meet English language requirements
IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 5.5 (with no individual band below 5.0)
TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 50 (with minimum of 5 in Reading, 5 in Listening, 14 in Speaking and 15 in Writing)
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 42 (with no communication band less than 36)
C1 Advanced: minimum of 162 with no less than 154 in any component.
Top of pageExternal accreditation and industry links
There are currently no organisations that accredit programs in Graphic Design in Australia
Top of pageStudent expenses and charges in addition to fees
Once you are enrolled as a student in this program you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees. Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.
Top of pageLibrary, IT and specialist resources
As a student enrolled in a program at RMIT University you can access the extensive services, facilities and study space provided by the Library. You can access books, journals and other course related materials, such as DVDs, past exams, newspapers and e-books. Through our document delivery service you can also request items from any library in the world.
Computers for study are available at every Library site, where you can access the Internet, myRMIT (www.rmit.edu.au/myrmit) or Library e-resources. If you have a laptop you can access the RMIT wireless network in the Library.
Library staff can show you how to find information for your assignments or you can work through web-based tutorials or use our online Ask a Librarian service.
The Library is continually expanding our electronic collections to make it easier for you to get the information you need when you need it. All RMIT students have unlimited access to quality electronic resources such as, e-books, e-journals and newspapers.
You can find more information on Library resources and services at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library
Online learning tools and content
You can access online learning tools and content for your program and associated courses at myRMIT www.rmit.edu.au/myrmit
Services available to you as a student at RMIT University
RMIT University provides a wide range of resources and opportunities to assist your learning and wellbeing so you can achieve your study and career goals.
Services are available face to face and online assisting with:
- transition to tertiary study and learning
- study skills, academic skills including literacy, mathematics and basic sciences if relevant
- enabling assistance via Equitable Learning Services if you have a disability, long term medical condition or other form of disadvantage which may impact on your learning
- career development and employment
- living and wellbeing (including advice on health, housing and financial matters)
- opportunities for scholarships, leadership and study abroad
- opportunities for participating in arts, sport, recreation, fitness activities as well as student activism and university governance.
We also offer a friendly and supportive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. You can find more information from Student Support.
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