Graduate Certificate of Multimedia
Postgraduate course
Overview
A nested suite of programs with a comprehensive approach to multimedia, the Graduate Certificate of Multimedia, Graduate Diploma of Multimedia, Master of Multimedia and Master of Multimedia Technology are intended for graduates seeking to utilise the potential of multimedia to enhance their professional skills (particularly those in the teaching, training or media professions), or those wishing to pursue a career in the exciting and dynamic multimedia industry. No prior multimedia or IT experience is required.
| Duration | 6 months full-time or 1 year part-time | ||
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| Study mode | Full-time Part-time (evening) | ||
| Course code | J076 | ||
| Fees | The total tuition fee is dependent upon the combination of units of study selected by the student. Fees are reviewed each year. For information about Swinburne's fees visit the Fees website. |
Course in detail
Course description
A nested suite of programs with a comprehensive approach to multimedia, the Graduate Certificate of Multimedia, Graduate Diploma of Multimedia, Master of Multimedia and Master of Multimedia Technology are intended for graduates seeking to utilise the potential of multimedia to enhance their professional skills (particularly those in the teaching, training or media professions), or those wishing to pursue a career in the exciting and dynamic multimedia industry. No prior multimedia or IT experience is required.
Course structure
Program Structure from 2011
Students will normally be enrolled in the recommended study sequence (see below) and must successfully complete a minimum of 50 credit points (CP). Each unit of study is valued at 12.5 credit points unless otherwise specified. In all cases, students must choose units of study according to the following rules, subject to timetable constraints and prerequisite studies being met.
Students choose units from two groups:
* Group 1 – Multimedia core units
* Group 2 – Multimedia elective units
* Group 2 – Multimedia elective units
Students must successfully complete a minimum of 50 credit points according to the following rules.
* 25 credit points from the following Group 1 subjects:
HET745 Multimedia Imaging
HET746 Multimedia Authoring
HET773 The Internet and World Wide Web 1
HET742 Digital Video and Audio
HET745 Multimedia Imaging
HET746 Multimedia Authoring
HET773 The Internet and World Wide Web 1
HET742 Digital Video and Audio
and
* 25 credit points from the remaining 2 Group 1 units listed above or Group 1 and/or Group 2 units listed below:
HET743 User Experience Design
HET728 3D Modelling & Animation
HET737 Multimedia Project Management
HAM713 Professional Communication Practice
HET723 The Internet and World Wide Web 2
HET732 Multimedia Development
HET748 Advanced 3D Animation and Rendering
HET824 Media Theory, DVD and Compositing
HET743 User Experience Design
HET728 3D Modelling & Animation
HET737 Multimedia Project Management
HAM713 Professional Communication Practice
HET723 The Internet and World Wide Web 2
HET732 Multimedia Development
HET748 Advanced 3D Animation and Rendering
HET824 Media Theory, DVD and Compositing
(International students are required to study full-time.)
Program Structure for students who commenced before 2011
Students will normally be enrolled in the recommended study sequence (see below) and must successfully complete a minimum of 50 credit points (CP). Each unit of study is valued at 12.5 credit points unless otherwise specified. In all cases, students must choose units of study according to the following rules, subject to timetable constraints and prerequisite studies being met.
Students choose units from two groups:
- Group 1 – Multimedia core units
- Group 2 – Multimedia elective units
Students must successfully complete a minimum of 50 credit points according to the following rules:
- 25 credit points from Group 1, and
- 25 credit points from Group 1and/or 2
Units of study
Note: Not all units of study are offered every semester.
Students must successfully complete a minimum of 50 credit points according to the following rules.
* 25 credit points from the following Group 1 units
HET745 Multimedia Imaging
HET746 Multimedia Authoring
HET773 The Internet and World Wide Web 1
HET742 Digital Video and Audio
HET745 Multimedia Imaging
HET746 Multimedia Authoring
HET773 The Internet and World Wide Web 1
HET742 Digital Video and Audio
and
* 25 credit points from the remaining 2 Group 1 units listed above or Group 1 and/or Group 2 units listed below
HET743 User Experience Design
HET728 3D Modelling & Animation
HET737 Multimedia Project Management
HAM713 Professional Communication Practice
HET723 The Internet and World Wide Web 2
HET732 Multimedia Development
HET748 Advanced 3D Animation and Rendering
HET824 Media Theory, DVD and Compositing
HET743 User Experience Design
HET728 3D Modelling & Animation
HET737 Multimedia Project Management
HAM713 Professional Communication Practice
HET723 The Internet and World Wide Web 2
HET732 Multimedia Development
HET748 Advanced 3D Animation and Rendering
HET824 Media Theory, DVD and Compositing
Recommended study sequence
HET745 Multimedia Imaging
HET746 Multimedia Authoring
HET773 The Internet and World Wide Web 1
Choose 1 subject from Group 1 or 2
HET746 Multimedia Authoring
HET773 The Internet and World Wide Web 1
Choose 1 subject from Group 1 or 2
Units of study for students who commenced prior to 2011
Group 1
Multimedia core units
HET732 Multimedia Development
HET743 User Experience Design
HET745 Multimedia Imaging
HET746 Multimedia Authoring
Multimedia core units
HET732 Multimedia Development
HET743 User Experience Design
HET745 Multimedia Imaging
HET746 Multimedia Authoring
Graduate outcomes
Aims and objectives
The Graduate Certificate of Multimedia aims to produce graduates with a broad range of multimedia production skills, in addition to an in-depth understanding of how multimedia and the internet is revolutionising the current industry. A graduate of the Graduate Certificate of Multimedia should have:
- a sound and broad knowledge of the design of multimedia applications and an appreciation of the various skills required
- skills in the application of learning and instructional design principles to structured multimedia applications
- the ability to function effectively as an individual and in project teams, whether as manager, leader or team member
- the communication and management skills required to successfully manage multimedia development projects
- been prepared for the rapidly evolving multimedia industry by developing their life-long learning skills and flexibility of mind
- a thorough understanding of the way end-to-end enterprise-wide technologies are changing the way business is conducted
- the means to participate in and understand the development of sophisticated methods of customer data management, with corresponding improvements in business efficiency and potential customer satisfaction
- an understanding of the changing face of multimedia, in relation to both acceleration in the use and development of technology, and its impact on society
Career opportunities
At graduate certificate level you can expect to have developed multimedia authoring skills and a knowledge of the interactive communication process that will enhance your employability in a range of professions. Upon completion of the appropriate course, you can pursue employment opportunities in areas such as:
- multimedia producer/developer/programmer/network administrator
- website developer/programmer
- project management
- running a multimedia business
- instructional designer
- interactive content creator
- 2D/3D modeller/animator
- multimedia advertising
- digital media production – particularly streaming media and web-casting
- digital signals and image processing
- database developer
- multimedia researcher
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
A recognised tertiary qualification at Bachelor level (or approved equivalent). Applicants not holding a tertiary qualification, but with substantial relevant multimedia industry experience may be admitted subject to the approval of the course panel.Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training.
Applicants with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of this course may be granted 'credit'. University policies apply and applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. All applications for subject exemptions should be submitted on the appropriate form at the time of enrolment. An Application for Exemption Form must be completed and handed in to the Graduate Administration Office, Faculty of Life and Social Sciences together with proof of successful completion of the previous subject(s) or evidence of uncredentialled prior learning.
Exemptions:
From 2011, commencing Graduate Certificate of Multimedia students may be eligible for up to a maximum of 25 credit points (CP) of unit exemptions in accordance with the following rules:
• A 25 CP set limit for exemptions may not be exceeded for this program
• Exemption from Group 2 or 3 electives according to this policy does not entail a credit point award for the exempted unit. Instead, a substitute unit from Groups 2 or 3 must be taken in place of the exempted unit.
• CP from substitute units are considered equivalent to CP for exempted units in order to fulfil credit point completion rules for Unit of Study Groups.
• Exemptions are awarded for:
* Equivalent Postgraduate Studies: this is granted on the basis of units successfully completed at postgraduate level. The units must have a close match in both content and academic level, and the passing score must be at least 65%.
* Equivalent Postgraduate Studies: this is granted on the basis of units successfully completed at postgraduate level. The units must have a close match in both content and academic level, and the passing score must be at least 65%.
* Recognition of Prior Learning: this is granted on the basis of advanced standing due to authenticated, industry experience, subject to the approval of the Course Panel.
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Course fees
The total tuition fee is dependent upon the combination of units of study selected by the student. Fees are reviewed each year.
For information about Swinburne's fees visit the Fees website.
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Email: postgrad@swinburne.edu.au
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