ASSOCIATE DEGREE OF DIGITAL MEDIA
This course can prepare you for paraprofessional work within the digital media industries by providing practical skills and relevant theory that can be applied in a variety of fields associated with design, technology and media. The course's flexible structure allows you to focus on your individual strengths and interests by pursuing specialisations in Graphic Design, Interactive Media, Video and Animation, or a combination of these areas. It is also a pathway into the third year of the Bachelor of Digital Media.
Course Structure
You are required to complete the following compulsory units and two minors.
» Visual Design Fundamentals
» Digital Video and Audio
» Illustration and Visualisation
» Communication in Professional Contexts
» Foundations of Animation
» User Experience Design
» Web Design
» Coding Fundamentals
Campus Information
Sydney
CQUniversity Sydney is located on Kent Street in the heart of the city. It is easily accessible being just a five-minute walk to Town Hall station. With over 3000 students, CQUniversity Sydney is one of the university’s largest campuses. On campus, there are many study areas filled with lots of natural light, making it very conducive for self-study and group work. You can enjoy the diverse and vibrant campus life or take a short stroll to downtown amenities and attractions such as Darling Harbour. Sydney is located around what many regard as the most beautiful harbour in the world. Framed by the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge and the stunning Opera House, this natural wonder provides a spectacular backdrop to activities as varied as sailing, fishing and fine dining.
Rockhampton North
With its convenient central location and state of the art facilities, CQUniversity Rockhampton City (Former CQ TAFE) offers a wide range of study options from certificates and diplomas to undergraduate programs. If you have an interest in short courses in a range of areas including business, hospitality or beauty, or would like a more long term career pathway like a bachelor course, CQUniversity Rockhampton City (Former CQ TAFE) is an ideal place to study and advance your career.
Brisbane
CQUniversity Brisbane, located in the heart of the central business district, is a great place to study. The campus, refurbished in 2017, comprises nine floors of modern facilities and will offer you a fresh learning environment from which to pursue your academic interests. The campus is student-focused, with areas dedicated to student relaxation, providing a great space for you to relax and mingle with friends over lunch or catch-ups between classes.
Mackay
Conveniently located on Sydney Street in the heart of the Mackay CBD, CQUniversity Mackay City (Former CQ TAFE) campus offers a wide range of study options from certificates and diplomas to undergraduate courses. Facilities available on the campus include, extended hours computer laboratories, training restaurant, a hair dressing salon, a beauty salon, gym, library and student common areas.
Intakes
- March
- July
Application Processing Time in Days: 15
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
CQUniversity has one of the largest and fastest-growing footprints of any university in Australia. In 2014 the University merged with CQ TAFE, bringing together more than 175 years combined experience in the delivery of education and training, and establishing Queensland’s first dual sector, comprehensive university.
CQUni Careers also offers employers the opportunity to recruit CQUniversity students and graduates by promoting vacancies and connecting them through our employer and industry engagement events
The digital revolution has dramatically changed the way we work, learn, play and communicate. It has created jobs that didn’t exist a decade ago and it has profoundly changed others. People who are skilled in the production and application of digital media are in demand. Completion of the Associate Degree of Digital Media will prepare you to pursue employment opportunities in fields such as:
web design
graphic design
publishing
photography
illustration
animation
game development
software development
audio production
video production
film and television post-production
visual effects
advertising
marketing
education and training
PSW Opportunity
- 2 /3 /4 Year Post Study Work Visa Opportunities
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Sri Lanka
Qualification
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
Minimum grade
- A minimum grade of C in three academic subjects
India
Qualification
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) awarded by CBSE, ISC, West Bengal and Maharashtra boards
- Higher Secondary Certificate from all other boards
Minimum grade
- A minimum average of 60 percent in four academic subjects
- A minimum average of 65 percent in four academic subjects
Nepal
Qualification
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
Minimum grade
- Satisfactory completion with 1st
IELTS Academic: 6.0 with no individual band score of less than 5.5
TOEFL Internet-based: Overall score of 75 with no score less than 17
Pearson Test of English Academic: Overall score of 54 with no score less than 46
English (Units 3 ad 4, C)
English Language Proficiency Requirements
If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America, you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University.
Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion of:
A secondary qualification (Year 11 and 12, or equivalent); or
Bachelor level qualification study for a period of at least 2 years full time with a minimum overall GPA 4.0
completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland or United States of America.
If you do not satisfy any of the above, you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test ad achieve the following scores:
An International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) overall band score of at lest 6.0 with a minimum 5.5 in each subset; or
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL - requires 550 or better overall and minimum TWE score of 4.5 (Paper Based Test), or 75 or better overall and no score less than 17 (Internet Based Test); or
Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) - requires an overall score of 54 with no sub-score less than 46; or
An Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components.
English test results remain valid for no more than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate.
Each student will be assessed individually.
Security Requirements
No information available at this time.
Health Requirements
No information available at this time.
Assumed Knowledge
Not applicable
- Course Code: 083582G
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 02 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
59040 AUD
Annual Cost of Living: 24505 AUD
Application Fee: N/A