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UNDERGRADUATE CUR-DIG-DEG-2020

Bachelor of Arts (Digital Experience and

Interaction Design)
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Bachelor of Arts
(Digital Experience Snapshot
LEVEL
and Interaction UNDERGRADUATE

Design) QUALIFICATION
Bachelor's Degree
ABOUT THIS DEGREE
This degree was previously known as Bachelor of Arts (Digital
Design). SUBJECTS
24 subjects
The Digital Experience and Interaction Design major allows you to
experience the exciting, creative fields within digital design and
interactive media. PROVIDER
This major provides you with a comprehensive theory and practice- Curtin University
based education in digital design, focusing on key principles and
techniques in website design, user interaction / experience design
(UI/UX) and app design. You will use digital technologies to develop
forward-thinking and innovative design solutions to real-world
problems.
The major has a strong industry and design research focus, and you
will work on real-world projects, facilitated by experienced staff and
industry specialists. There is emphasis on concept generation,
creative problem-solving, aesthetics and advanced technical skills in
digital technologies using the latest digital production software.
Students may choose to study the following combinations of two
single majors to obtain the double major award:
• Digital Experience and Interaction Design and Fine Art
• Digital Experience and Interaction Design and Digital and
Social Media
• Digital Experience and Interaction Design and Professional
Writing & Publishing
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• Digital Experience and Interaction Design and Visual Culture

Please refer to the respective degree pages for more details.

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Overview
Design products and applications using current and emerging technologies in web design, 3D animation,
illustration and rendering. Find work in the interactive, mobile, game, user experience (UX) and experiential
design fields.
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Learning Outcomes
At the completion of this degree students will be able to:
1. apply discipline knowledge of creative practice in design application, studio practice and critical
discourse, contribute to evidence based practice through visual and technical research
2. think critically and reflectively by incorporating creativity within design research, design practice and
contemporary professional/industry practice
3. critically evaluate design specific technologies and relevant design literature, synthesise information
from a range of sources
4. demonstrate effective audio/visual, spoken, written, graphic and technical communication appropriate to
digital design within the confines of professional design practice, wroughting and production
5. use and discern tools and technologies appropriate and relevant to the design, development, testing and
production of digital content and its delivery
6. demonstrate personal awareness of a design specific practice, apply effective self-directed learning
skills; sustain an engagement with contemporary practices and the creative industries
7. recognise the significance of international movements and influences in contemporary design and studio
practice, understand and utilise international standards in cultural, regulatory and profession practice
8. recognise the importance of cultural diversity and visual language, respect individuals from all cultures,
develop cross-cultural collaborations that foster innovation and diversity in design activities, studio
practice and production
9. work independently and collaboratively, demonstrating design relevant professional practice and
leadership skills, use responsible design, sustainable practices and ethical responsibilities within
personal judgements.
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Career Outcomes
Graduates will be equipped with relevant industry skills specific to careers in Web Design, App Design,
Interaction Design, User Interface and User Experience Design.
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Degree Subjects
DEGREE STRUCTURE - MAJORS
Please refer to the transition information below for information about course changes that may impact you.

COMMON LEVEL 1 SUBJECTS

Total number of subjects to complete: 2 units
Code Title Required Elective Optional University

APC100 Academic and Professional Communications CURTN

Classes start: 01 MAR 31 MAY 30 AUG 29 NOV

COM155 Culture to Cultures CURTN

Classes start: 01 MAR 31 MAY 30 AUG 29 NOV

There are 4 Electives in the Level 1 degree structure which students can select from
any OUA undergraduate subjects.

LEVEL 1 SUBJECTS
Total number of subjects to complete: 2 units
Code Title Required Elective Optional University

DIG11 Universal Design Principles CURTN

Classes start: 31 MAY 29 NOV

DIG12 Digital Design Process CURTN

Classes start: 01 MAR 30 AUG

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LEVEL 2 SUBJECTS
Total number of subjects to complete: 4 units
Code Title Required Elective Optional University

DIG21 User Interface and Experience Design CURTN

Classes start: 01 MAR 30 AUG

DIG22 Internet Design Introduction CURTN

Classes start: 01 MAR 30 AUG

DIG23 Multiplatform Design CURTN

Classes start: 31 MAY 29 NOV

DIG24 Programming for Digital Design CURTN

Classes start: 31 MAY 29 NOV

There are 4 Electives in the Level 2 degree structure which students can select from
any Level 2 OUA undergraduate subjects.

LEVEL 3 SUBJECTS
Total number of subjects to complete: 4 units
Code Title Required Elective Optional University

WEB310 Online Games, Play and Gamification CURTN

Classes start: 01 MAR 30 AUG

DIG31 Web Authoring Design CURTN

Classes start: 01 MAR 30 AUG

DIG32 Digital Portfolio Development CURTN

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Classes start: 01 MAR 30 AUG

DIG33 Internet Project Development CURTN

Classes start: 31 MAY 29 NOV

There are 4 electives in the Level 3 degree structure which students can select from
any Level 3 OUA undergraduate subjects.

Recommended Study Pattern

To complete level one subjects full time - we recommend you enrol in:
• APC100 Academic and Professional Communications (core subject)
• COM155 Culture to Cultures (core subject)
• DIG11 Universal Design Principles (major subject)
• DIG12 Digital Design Process (major subject)
• 4 elective subjects
• Level 2 and 3: study eight major subjects in sequential order along side eight electives.
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Requirements
Higher Education Eligibility
• Successful completion of one full time semester (four standard subjects) towards an Undergraduate or
higher level of study at an Australian University (separate evidence of English proficiency is not required)

Higher Education OUA Eligibility

• Successful completion of four OUA degree level subjects at pass level (this satisfies the English language
proficiency requirement) OR
• Successful completion of two OUA degree level subjects with separate evidence of English proficiency is
required.

Seconday Education ELIGIBILITY

Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) 70 or equivalent. Students must have English ATAR, Literature
ATAR or English as an Additional Language/Dialect ATAR. To determine your eligibility for entry please refer
to Interstate Year 12 and IB Students, TISC Tertiary Institutions Service Centre link
http://www.tisc.edu.au/static/guide/prerequisites-comparison.tisc

Vet ELIGIBILITY
• Completion of an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Diploma or Advanced Diploma or Associate
Diploma. You may also be eligible for credit toward your university study.
• Completion of an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Certificate IV and evidence of English
proficiency.

WorkLife ELIGIBILITY
• Successful completion of the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). (Please note this test is valid for
two years.)
• Finished secondary education more than two years ago
• Bridging and enabling degree entry
• Curtin Enabling Program: UniReady - https://www.open.edu.au/degrees/uniready-enabling-
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• Enabling degrees completed through other Australian Universities which meet minimum entry
requirements for that institution will be accepted as minimum entry requirements for this degree.

Additional Information
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people: Centre for Aboriginal Studies - http://karda.curtin.edu.au/
• Domestic applicants with overseas qualifications -
https://courses.curtin.edu.au/course_overview/admission-requirements/
• English language proficiency

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

Applicants need to meet Curtin's English Language requirements. You normally need ONE of the following:
• Must have a 50% minimum in English ATAR (or equivalent).
• Completion of at least one full time semester (or equivalent) of Undergraduate level studies at an
Australian University
• Completion of an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Diploma or Advanced Diploma or Associate
Diploma
• Successful completion of two degree level subjects via Open Universities Australia (OUA) and English
proficiency
• Successful completion of two degree level subjects at an Australian university and English proficiency
• Successful completion of the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). (Please note this test is valid for
two years.)

Please refer to the 'Minimum English Language Proficiency Requirements' document at

http://students.curtin.edu.au/local/docs/English_List.pdf.
*** Please Note: If any academic or legal document is not in English, you must provide a colour scan of the non-
English documents, including a colour scan of the official English translations of these documents. This is for
comparison purposes. ***
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Qualifications
AWARD REQUIREMENTS
To obtain the award for the BA (Digital Experience and Interaction Design), students must complete a total of
24 subjects (600 credits) as follows:
Level 1
• APC100 Academic and Professional Communications
• COM155 Culture to Cultures
• DIG11 Universal Design Principles
• DIG12 Digital Design Process
• 4 elective subjects

AND
Levels 2 and 3
• Four Level 2 major subjects AND
• Four Level 3 major subjects AND
• 8 elective subjects

Note: The OUA electives must be completed at an undergraduate level. It is recommended that only 4 of these
electives are chosen from 1st year level subjects.

RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING / CREDIT

Credit for Recognised Learning (CRL) is assessed on individual merit and is awarded for different types of
learning, for example, studies you have previously completed or for relevant work experience.
Students must be admitted in an award degree of study before lodging their completed CRL application, along
with all required supporting documentation for a formal assessment.
To apply for CRL, please visit the Curtin University website: https://study.curtin.edu.au/credit/
It is important to note accepted documentation includes scans of the original Transcripts and/or Award
Certificate; front and back; in colour; and original size. For further information see the scanned documents and
certification requirements and guidelines.
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More information about the policies and procedures related to CRL assessment and appealing a CRL
assessment outcome can be found in the Credit for Recognised Learning manual (PDF).
If you have any questions, please contact opencurtin@curtin.edu.au

REGISTERING IN THIS COURSE

We recommend that all students, as soon as they are eligible, should apply for and take a Commonwealth
Supported Place (CSP). However, if you choose not to be a CSP student, please contact OpenCurtin via email
to OpenCurtin@curtin.edu.au.
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