Visual and

Creative Arts
Undergraduate Degrees
Future Study Program Guide 2013 for Australian students

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5 reasons
to choose Griffith

1 More than 300 degrees so

you have choices—whatever
you want to study. 2 A world-class university with
outstanding teachers and
researchers—so you learn
from the best.
3 Griffith really cares about
individual students—so
we’re with you every step
of the way.

4 You’ll hit the ground running

with a Griffith degree—ask our
great Griffith graduates who
work in top jobs at home and
5 When you know more,
you can do more.
At Griffith!

around the world.

Aaron Gillett, Bachelor

of Design. Read Aaron’s
story on page 16.

Find out more

School students
After checking out this guide, you’ll want
to talk with friends, parents, guidance
counsellors, your favourite teachers and
other important people in your life, then…
Recent school leavers and
mature age students
Getting back into study is a big consideration,
but we make getting into Griffith easier with
plenty of pathways, support services and
career advice. You’ll want to consider friends,
partners, family, social and work life. Have a
look at the pathways and support pages in
this guide as well as the study programs and
then take your questions and...
Parents and teachers
Leaving high school marks a major milestone
in a young person’s life. You can help them
make an informed decision by reading this
guide thoroughly for the study and career
choices, campus facilities and support
services, then encourage them to...

Visit these websites:
griffith.edu.au/futurestudents
askgriffith.custhelp.com
griffith.edu.au/openday
Talk to us: Come to Open Day Arrange a visit:
1800 677728 On 12 August or attend one of Call 1800 073875 or email
(how to apply) the other important events listed promotions@griffith.edu.au
1800 073875 in our key dates section. to book a visit by our Future
(for more information/updates) Students team.
Contents
Contents

Why choose Griffith? Bachelor of Education—Secondary (Drama)

Our students’ Top 100 reasons 2
Where is Griffith University? 4
Campus snapshots 5
Get into Griffith 6
Pathways to Griffith 7
How do I apply? 8
(Visual Arts, Media Arts) 21
Bachelor of Environmental Design (Architecture) 21
Bachelor of Film and Screen Media Production 21
Bachelor of Fine Art 22
Bachelor of Games Design 23

Financing my study—fees and materials 9 Bachelor of Multimedia 23

Financing my study—scholarships 10 Bachelor of Photography 25
Griffith Honours College 11
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Digital Media 25
Griffith Sports College 12
Terms explained 26
International exchange programs 13
What’s the next step? 28
Services and support to help me on my way 14
Find out how you can apply for a Griffith degree program or how
Visual and Creative Arts programs 16 you can get more information about the study areas that appeal
to you.
Bachelor of Animation 17
Open Day Inside back cover
Bachelor of Arts in Applied Theatre 18
Make sure you don’t miss Griffith’s Open Day.
Bachelor of Contemporary Australian
Key Dates Back cover
Indigenous Art 18 All of the important dates in the University’s application process.
Bachelor of Design Futures 19

Bachelor of Digital Media (3D Design) or

(Digital Design) or (ePhotojournalism) or (Fine Art)
or (Graphic Design) 20

Member of

All information is correct as at April 2012, but is subject to

change as program content is reviewed and updated.

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 Why choose Griffith?
Our students’ Top 100 reasons
1. Awesome lecturers. Awesome learning facilities.
Awesome students. Just awesome! -Laura
2. The delicious Japanese curries at The Common. -Giverny
3. The library is great and the staff super friendly, which
is kinda handy when you’re new and don’t know what
you’re looking for. -Rebecca
4. I have access to great filming equipment – really helps
when you’re on student income! -Bec
5. Griffith’s Honours College has opened my eyes to
opportunities I didn’t know about. -Alice
6. The lecturers and tutors are really approachable. They
make starting uni less daunting. -Laura
7. I’m studying education and I love the hands-on
experience I get in the field. -Alice
8. There are fun activities on your first day to help you get
to know other students. -Laura
9. Small class sizes, one-on-one attention. -Jennifer
10. Through Griffith I scored a $10 000 scholarship to study
in Poland for 12 months. -Natalie
11. I live in a share house so I really appreciate the many
quiet places to study! -Blair
12. There are great part-time job opportunities at uni, which
fit in with my study schedule. -Natalie
13. The Logan campus is smaller, so it has a real community
feel. It’s a tight-knit group, and I’ve made many close
friends. -Natalie
14. The new facilities at the Mt Gravatt Aquatic Centre. -Lu
15. New library at Nathan has some great places to study or
to just hang out with friends. -Ben
16. The bush setting at Nathan is really relaxing. -Olivia
17. Gold Coast campus is packed with total babes. -Kirsten
18. Griffith is a better option for me, financially, compared to
the other universities. -Wilson
19. Tuesday night at the Uni Bar. It’s student night. -Joanna
20. They have heaps of support services like career
counsellors. -Sue
21. Griffith is where most of my family did their tertiary
studies—seven of my family so far! -Gemma
22. Work Integrated Learning – we get to do a work-related
project or placement in a workplace as part of our study
program. -Alyse
23. I really like the open door policy with lecturers. -Ella
24. At the Griffith Film School all years mix together and help
each other. -Courtney
25. Still-Time Job Search Seminars. -Aaron
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26. My degree was offered as an accelerated program which
made it the perfect option for me. –David
27. Uni life is great. I like rolling out of bed when it suits me.
I’m lucky enough to not have too many early lectures!
-Sophie
28. New library at Nathan - can write on the wall, which is
cool! -Robert
29. Social sports - in particular the mixed soccer team.
-Camila
30. Griffith’s awesome environment. -Danielle
31. The Steam Rollers – the rugby league club at Logan.
-Lachlan
32. Southbank campus - great location. Close to cafes and
shops. -Mikaela
33. Award nights and uni ball – good excuse to glam up!
-Samantha
34. Many of the lecturers are researchers too. So they’re
really interesting people. -Mikaela
35. International exchange opportunities - I went to New
York! -Katie
36. Uni pub - cheap meals during the day and a great hang-
out. -Emi
37. Graduate to job success rate. -Matt
38. Sustainable college living – we’re doing our bit to help
with climate change. -Susan
39. Honours College helped pay for me to go to a conference
in Germany. -Giveny
40. Coffee shop at The Link, chilling out on the deck and
chatting. -Rebecca
41. I love the laid-back feel of the Gold Coast campus; it has
such a great atmosphere about it. -Cayley
42. Exchange programs – I went to Prague! -Emi
43. I like people-watching on the big hill. -Mitchell
44. The cheap breakfast muffins at the Coffee Cellar.
-Mitchell
45. They helped me organise a mentor in the Law School.
-Samuel
46. The Welfare and Student Liaison office can help you with
financing your studies. -Ryan
47. Student Services is really helpful. Helped organise a
12-month exchange in America. -Samuel
48. I love the bean bags in the library. They are super handy
for me to study on. -Brooke
49. I like that the QCA puts their giant cardboard artwork on
display throughout the campus. -Sarah
50. The architecture lounge on the Gold Coast campus is a great
hang out. -Sarah
51. 24 hour computer labs at QCA. -Anthony
52. Netball at the Uni Games was awesome. -Lewis
53. Five campuses to choose from. -Jeffery
54. The Coffee Bug has the best coffee ever! -Kristi
55. Online learning – If I happen to miss a class, it’s nice to
know I can catch up online. -James
56. Market days. -Lauren
57. Student opinions matter. -Jeffery
58. The Recruitment and Careers Fairs. -Renee
59. Jelly and custard cups from the canteen. -Mitchell
60. I’m studying health at Griffith on the Coast, so I’m
excited there’s a hospital next door and the new Health
Centre. -Michael
61. Koala Cafe’s brownies. -Sarah
62. Kinaba College’s secret admirers’ week. -Jess
63. Study on the Gold Coast campus means I can still surf
every day. -Ben
64. With all the new developments on campus there’s a real
buzz about the place, which makes it really exciting to
be here. -Maxwell
65. Lots of grassy areas where I can catch up on reading.
-Lucy
66. The architecture. Sandstone is so last decade! -Lisa
67. The career counsellors – they helped me work out what
I really want to be! -Gabrielle
68. I’m a bit of a word nerd so I’m really into Griffith Review – it’s
a literary magazine and a must-read for anyone interested in
good writing. -Gabrielle
69. I enjoy being part of the Griffith Honours College—it
enabled me to get involved in a volunteer project in Peru.
-Danielle
70. Its postgrad program. -Emilia
71. Free trial boxing classes on campus at the Fitness485
gym. -Emilia
72. Gold Coast campus has a bunch of everyday facilities on
campus like banking, medicare and postal services. -Dale
73. There are special public lectures on environmental issues.
-Sarah
74. They have a student that graduated at age 17! That’s
inspiring. -John
75. There are plenty of discounts at the bookshop! -Stevie
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76. The Mac lab in the education building. -Sarah
77. The GUMURRI Centre is great. They offer lots of events
to make you feel welcome as well as holding support
sessions such as tutoring. -Eloise
78. I like the innovative attitude of the uni as a whole. It’s not
a stuffy learning environment. -Sam
79. The Industry Mentoring Program and workplace contact
list – it means I can meet people that I could be working
with one day. -Dylan
80. Living on campus at Nathan! -Ben
81. Free barbies, breakfasts and morning teas for first-year
students! -Bec
82. I’ve made some lifelong friends here. -Hayley
83. Screenings on the Kinaba lawn. -Lucy
84. Research. There are over 30 research centres. -Matt
85. One of my lecturers recommended me for a job and I
got it! -Kat
86. The George Alexander Foundation Scholarship. -Amy
87. Uni Games – the sport and the after parties. -Matt
88. Ability to change tutorials. -Jess
89. The moral support during exam period – the tutors and
lecturers prepare you well. -Sue
90. The athletics track at the Gold Coast campus – it’s
Olympic standard. -Aaron
91. The Food Co-op at Nathan – there’s yummy organic
food that doesn’t cost or harm the earth. -Susan
92. It’s introduced me to so many different ways of seeing
and thinking about the world we live in. -Susan
93. The textbook exchange – it’s a free service provided by
the Welfare and Student Liaison office. -Sarah
94. Latin dance, hip hop and belly dancing classes. There are
free trials for students. -Bec
95. Uni race days. Oh so many memories! -Matt
96. The knowledge I’ve gained from people I respect – both
teachers and students. -Sarah
97. The wireless network – it’s handy because I can keep all
my files on my laptop. -Ashley
98. O-WEEK! Good times and it puts your mind at ease
about taking the big step into university. -Sophie
99. Griffith Aikido Institute – there are classes at Nathan
campus. -Jennifer
100. Opportunity to get involved in political clubs. -Nick
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Campus Snapshots
Gold Coast
This dynamic, modern, comprehensive campus is located minutes from
the famous Gold Coast beaches. With a population of over 16 500
students, the campus boasts state-of-the-art facilities, with particular
growth currently in health. Due for completion in 2012 are the
$150 million Griffith Health Centre and the State Government’s
$1.76 billion Gold Coast University Hospital.
Interest Areas: Architecture, Arts, Biomedical Science, Business,
Commerce, Communication, Dental Technology, Dentistry, Digital Media,
Ecology, Ecotourism, Education (Primary, Secondary), Engineering (Civil,
Electrical and Electronic, Mechanical, Mechatronic, Sport and Biomedical),
Environmental Health, Event Management, Exercise Science, Government,
Health Science, Hotel Management, International Relations, IT, Journalism,
Law, Marine Science, Medicine, Midwifery, Multimedia, Nursing, Nutrition
and Dietetics, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Popular Music, Psychology, Public
Health, Real Estate and Property, Science, Social Work, Sport Management,
Tourism, Urban Planning.
Nathan
This is the original Griffith campus, situated in native bushland on the
edge of Toohey Forest, with a population of almost 14 000 students.
Nathan is home to world-class expertise in the environment, corporate
sustainability, Asia and the emerging biosciences. The campus has
six residential colleges, offering both fully catered and self-catered
accommodation options. Due for completion mid-2013 is the 6 star
green rated building, the Sir Samuel Griffith Centre, principally powered
by solar power, which will house teaching and learning spaces.
Interest Areas: Applied Linguistics, Applied Mathematics, Arts, Asian
Studies, Aviation, Biomedical Science, Biomolecular Science, Business,
Chemistry, Commerce, Communication, Ecology, Engineering (Electronic and
Computer, Environmental, Microelectronic, Software, Sustainable Energy),
Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Event Management,
Forensic Science, Government, Hotel Management, International Business,
IT, International Relations, Journalism, Languages, Law, Medical Science,
Microbiology, Multimedia, Nanoscience, Nursing, Real Estate and Property,
Science, Sport Management, Tourism, Urban Planning.
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Logan
This community campus is renowned as a national showcase of social
inclusion in higher education through innovative partnerships, industry
engagement and program pathways, with a strong focus on community
health and education. Home to more than 2800 students, this campus
is based in one of Australia’s most rapidly developing regions, midway
between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, and is a leader in offering flexible
learning options for students.
Interest Areas: Aged Care, Business, Child and Family Studies,
Commerce, Education (Primary), Human Services, Midwifery, Nursing,
Social Work.
Mt Gravatt
Adjacent to Nathan campus, this campus is also nestled in native
bushland, less than 15 minutes by car from Brisbane’s city centre.
Teaching and research on the campus focus on the application of social
and behavioural sciences to the prevention of, and intervention in,
critical social issues.
Interest Areas: Applied Theatre, Criminology, Education (Adult, Early
Childhood, Primary, Secondary, Special, Vocational), Psychology.
South Bank
This campus encompasses the Queensland College of Art, Griffith
Film School and the Queensland Conservatorium. It is renowned for
excellence in the creative and performing arts and is steadily building
a reputation in postgraduate and executive education through the
Griffith Graduate Centre. Ideally located in Brisbane’s picturesque South
Bank Parklands, the campus is only a 10-minute walk from the Brisbane
CBD and is adjacent to the Queensland Art Gallery, Gallery of Modern
Art, the State Library, Museum, Performing Arts Complex and the
Brisbane Exhibition and Convention Centre.
Interest Areas: Advertising, Animation, Fine Art, Film and Screen Media
Production, Fine Art, Games Design, Graphic Design, Interior Design,
Jewellery Design, Music, Music Technology, Photography, Product Design.
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 Get into Griffith

Every year, school leavers finishing Year 12 and moving into tertiary study have a high profile
in our community. But not everyone enters university in this traditional way. The pathways to
a Griffith degree are many and varied.

Major pathways Open Universities Australia

The most common pathways into Griffith include:
„„Year 12
„„Certificate IV in Adult Tertiary Preparation.
„„Continuing education certificate programs
„„Queensland Institute of Business and Technology (QIBT)
„„TAFE Admission Scheme.
You can find out details on these pathways on page 7.
Gold Coast and Logan campus priority
access system
In recognition of our local regional communities, residents of
Gold Coast City, Logan City, Ipswich City, the Scenic Rim, Redland
City and the Tweed Shire, who have not previously been to a university,
are given a bonus of one OP band or two ranks in the allocation of
places at the Gold Coast and Logan campuses. Certain programs
(oral health, medicine) are excluded from this scheme. Priority access
operates automatically. You do not need to apply separately or make
other arrangements.
Gumurrii Student Support Unit (Gumurrii)
This unit is Griffith University’s Murri and Islander centre to promote
the participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in
the pursuit of tertiary qualifications. Staffed by Indigenous Australians,
Gumurrii provides cultural, academic and personal support for
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to achieve success.
Gumurrii is present on all five Griffith campuses, with services including
tutoring and a tertiary preparation program for new students. Gumurrii
also provides a social meeting place for students, staff and community.
Information: griffith.edu.au/gumurrii-student-support-unit
Griffith University, in conjunction with Open Universities Australia
(OUA), offers distance studies in arts, business, communication, and
criminology and criminal justice. OUA entry requirements enable
anyone to study a degree, while offering greater flexibility in program
structure through the wide range of courses available.
Griffith also offers Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) through
OUA under the Bachelors of Arts, Communication, and Criminology and
Criminal Justice. After completing and passing four courses with OUA
(that contribute towards the degree requirements) you may apply for
a CSP place.
OUA students have the option to complete shorter qualifications at
certificate and diploma level or complete individual subjects from any
of the OUA institutions. With four enrolment entry points, OUA gives
students greater flexibility to plan an individual study routine or
fast-track their degree.
Information: +61 (0)7 3382 1999 or griffith.edu.au/oua
International students—special programs
Griffith offers special programs and support networks for international
students:
„„Students from non-English-speaking backgrounds can study
English at the Centre for Applied Linguistics and Languages,
at the Nathan, Mt Gravatt or Gold Coast campuses.
Visit griffith.edu.au/geli for more information.
„„International students can improve their academic ability by
studying in the Foundation Program offered by the Queensland
Institute of Business and Technology. The Foundation Program
prepares you for further study in a degree program.
Visit qibt.qld.edu.au for more information.
See more information on alternative applications under ‘How do I
apply?’ on page 8.

Postgraduate
coursework studies
Diploma programs— „„Masters
QIBT, TAFE and other „„Graduate diplomas
private providers „„Graduate certificates

Certificate IV Honours
preparatory program­— programs
TAFE, QIBT and other Continuing education Postgraduate
private providers certificate programs research studies
„„PhD
„„Masters by research
Bachelors
Year 11 Year 12 degree programs
or equivalent or equivalent

This study pathways overview provides a broad indication of the pathways to and through Griffith University.
Entry to all programs is dependent upon individual and specific entry requirements for each program—griffith.edu.au/programs-courses

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Pathways to Griffith

The pathways on this page are the most commonly travelled to gain entry into Griffith.
Read more about them below and explore your options.

Year 12 TAFE Admission Scheme

This is the traditional pathway to university used by tens of thousands
of applicants each year. Admission of Queensland Year 12 school
leavers is determined on the basis of an applicant’s OP and Field
Position contained in the student profile issued by the Queensland
Studies Authority.
If you’re a current Year 12 student you may apply using one of
two methods:
„„lodge an application via QTAC’s Twelve-to-Tertiary (TTT) online
application service at qtac.edu.au (for all Griffith campuses)
„„apply via the UAC Apply service at uac.edu.au (Gold Coast campus
programs only).
Graduates of an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) advanced
diploma or diploma completed at an Australian TAFE Institute, or the
Southbank Institute of Technology, are allocated special admission
ranks as outlined in the TAFE Admission Scheme.
Guaranteed direct entry applies to many Griffith University degrees.
Exclusions are listed at griffith.edu.au/pathways or information can
be obtained by emailing tafe-credit@griffith.edu.au.
Details of credit transfer arrangements for students completing
advanced diplomas or diplomas at Australian TAFE Institutes are
available on the credit precedent database at griffith.edu.au/credit

Certificate IV in Adult Tertiary Preparation

The Certificate IV in Adult Tertiary Preparation (ATP) delivered by
TAFE or various private providers is designed to provide a mode of
STOP PRESS!
access to tertiary institutions for adult learners, independent of the Griffith OP/ATAR Guarantee
senior secondary school system—usually 1 year full-time and can be The Griffith OP 1–6/ATAR 90.00 or above Guarantee
completed on a part-time basis. You’ll be trained in the knowledge ensures eligible applicants a place in most Griffith
and skills needed for successful tertiary study and be able to acquire
programs, whatever the published cut-off. You can be
prerequisites for specific Griffith University programs.
confident that you’re in as soon as you receive your OP
Continuing education certificate programs 1–6 or ATAR of 90.00 or above. To Know more, check
Griffith recognises that many students have the ability to study at griffith.edu.au/futurestudents or find your program
tertiary level but do not always perform to their full potential whilst on pages 16-25 to see if it qualifies.
at school, or due to extenuating circumstances, do not achieve the OP,
Rank or ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank) required to apply
via QTAC or UAC for the undergraduate degree of their choice.
Whether you are a school leaver, or someone who left school some
time ago, Griffith offers an alternative pathway into university with a
large variety of non-award certificate programs. You’ll study part-time,
usually for one year, undertaking the same courses as degree students
whilst experiencing the Griffith environment. Once you’ve successfully
completed your certificate, you receive a special boosted Rank that can
be used for entry into a Griffith degree, and where relevant, obtain full
credit for your certificate studies towards your degree.
For the full range of certificate programs, answers to frequently asked
questions and details relating to the direct application procedures, visit
griffith.edu.au/certificate-programs or griffith.edu.au/ask-us and
click on ‘Future students’. Alternatively, you can call 1800 677 728 for
more information.

Queensland Institute of Business and Technology

The Queensland Institute of Business and Technology (QIBT) is located
on Griffith’s Mt Gravatt and Gold Coast campuses, and offers a range
of diploma programs that consist of courses of a comparable nature
conducted by the University in selected bachelor level programs.
Upon successful completion of the first year, students graduate with
a diploma and usually enter the second year of the relevant Griffith
University bachelor degree program.
If you haven’t achieved the OP or Rank you were expecting, missed out
on the program of your choice, or are otherwise looking at different
ways to enter university, QIBT could work for you. QIBT is an accredited
higher education provider, which provides eligible students access to
the Australian Government loan scheme, FeeHELP, to pay tuition fees.
Information: qibt.qld.edu.au

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 How do I apply?
Admission to most of Griffith University’s academic programs is based on academic achievement
in formal education, or on experience and other achievements. Application and admission
procedures can vary depending on your circumstances and your preferred program of study.
This section explains what you will need to do to secure your place at Griffith.
How to apply
QTAC and UAC: Applications for most Griffith University programs
are made through QTAC. Students applying for Gold Coast campus
programs only, have the option of applying through the New South
Wales-based UAC.
Information: qtac.edu.au and uac.edu.au
Queensland Year 12 students: As a current Queensland Year 12
student, you will receive the 2013 QTAC Guide through your school.
Information: qtac.edu.au
New South Wales Year 12 students: As a current New South Wales
Year 12 student, you will receive a 2013 Universities Admissions
Centre (UAC) Guide through your school. This guide includes Griffith
programs offered at the Gold Coast campus.
Information: uac.edu.au
Previous school leavers: If you’re a previous Queensland school
leaver and have not yet commenced tertiary study, admission is
based on your Year 12 results, whether OP or the old TE Score. If you
completed secondary school studies interstate, you’ll be assessed on
the basis of Australian Tertiary Admission Rank or equivalent.
Mature age admissions: If you are 21 or older, and don’t qualify
for admission based on your formal education, you can apply based
on work and other experience and informal study. Griffith University
recognises the knowledge and skills gained through bridging and
preparatory studies, professional and paraprofessional qualifications,
vocational experience, personal competencies and the Special Tertiary
Admissions Test (STAT). See also the alternative pathways on page 7.
Information: griffith.edu.au/admissions/pathways
Alternative pathways: If you don’t think the above categories fit
your background, you’ll find there are many more paths you can take
to reach your academic goals. For more information, read about the
alternative pathways on pages 7 and 8.
Information: griffith.edu.au/admissions/pathways
Queensland Conservatorium admissions: Admission to music
programs at the Queensland Conservatorium and Gold Coast campus
is based on an audition and an interview, in addition to academic
achievement.
Information: griffith.edu.au/music/queensland-conservatorium
Other Australian applicants: Other applicants, who are Australian
or New Zealand citizens or Australian permanent residents, can apply
via the web through either QTAC or UAC. New Zealand permanent
residents apply as international students.
The QTAC/UAC websites explain how to complete your application
correctly and list the documentation required. Information on how
to nominate for the STAT is also available. Please seek advice from
Griffith Admissions staff on 1800 677 728.
International students: All overseas students completing an
Australian Year 12 study course may apply, on a full-fee basis,
through QTAC/UAC or directly to Griffith University, but should first
check for details of individual program admission requirements.
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Students applying from outside Australia on non-Australian
qualifications should contact:
Admissions Officer, International Office
Nathan campus, Griffith University
170 Kessels Road, Nathan
Queensland 4111 Australia
Telephone: +61 (0)7 3735 7200 Brisbane
+61 (0)7 5552 8819 Gold Coast
Facsimile: +61 (0)7 3735 5280
Email: international@griffith.edu.au
Information: griffith.edu.au/international
Deferment
Automatic deferment: Griffith University offers deferment in the
majority of academic programs. This enables you to delay the start
of your studies for one year while securing your enrolment. Certain
academic programs that involve specific selection criteria—such as
music and oral health (dentistry)—do not allow deferment. If you are
unable to take up your place, you must reapply in the following year.
QTAC applicant deferrals: If you are offered a place in a program
that allows deferment and you wish to defer, simply select that option
when responding to your QTAC offer. Approval is automatic and will be
confirmed by the University.
UAC applicant deferrals: If you are offered a place in a program
that allows deferment and you wish to defer, simply email
deferred@griffith.edu.au to request deferment. Approval is automatic
and will be confirmed by the University.
Transfer and credit
Internal transfer to other academic programs: Griffith University
gives new students the option to transfer from one academic program
to another, before the start of the next semester.
This provides the opportunity to commence your studies in one degree
program and then transfer to another of your preference—as long as
you meet the prerequisites and cut-off for the new academic program.
Griffith also offers mid-year transfers in some academic programs.
Transfer and credit: Credit will normally be granted for approved
prior learning for relevant studies (or other demonstrated learning
achievement) completed in the previous 10 years.
Information: griffith.edu.au/credit
Griffith Honours College
The Griffith Honours College provides enriching experiences for high
achieving undergraduate students at Griffith. In addition to applying
through QTAC or UAC for entry into the program of your choice,
admission to the College is based on the completion of a joint
Sir Samuel Griffith Scholarship/Honours College application.
Assessment is based on academic, leadership and community
engagement achievements. For further information including
application dates, see page 11.
Information: griffith.edu.au/honours-college
Financing my study—fees
and materials
Commonwealth-supported students Depending on your citizenship or residency status, you may:
This is where the Australian Government makes a financial contribution „„pay all or part (a minimum $500) of your student contributions
towards your education, and you pay a student contribution charge up front and receive a 10 per cent discount of the amount
each semester. you paid
The student contribution charge for each course (subject) varies „„take out an interest-free HECS-HELP loan for your
depending on the discipline area (Band) in which the course belongs. student contribution.
The table below shows the annual charge for full-time students in For more information, visit studyassist.gov.au or contact the
2012. In some degrees, you may study courses from more than government on 1800 020 108 for an information booklet.
one band, so your educational investment could vary. Part-time study Alternatively, visit Griffith University at
reduces the figures proportionally. griffith.edu.au/tuition-fees-charges
Band Disciplines in each band 2012 contribution International students
charge per EFTSL**
Contact Griffith International on +61 (0)7 3735 7200
Band 1 Behavioural Science, Clinical $5648
or email: international@griffith.edu.au
Psychology, Education*,
Foreign Languages, Humanities, Financial assistance
Nursing*, Social Studies, Visual
Once you are at university, our welfare officers can help you
and Performing Arts
plan budgets, apply for loans and equity schemes (if you qualify),
Band 2 Agriculture, Built Environment, $8050 find a part-time job, or explore other financial options, such as
Computing, Engineering, Allied Centrelink payments.
Health, Other Health, Surveying
Band 3 Accounting*, Administration*, $9425 For information about Centrelink, go to centrelink.gov.au
Commerce*, Dentistry,
Economics*, Law, Medicine,
Veterinary Science
National Mathematics*, Science*, $4520
Priority Statistics*

* Special transitional arrangements may apply. Please refer to

griffith.edu.au/tuition-fees-charges for further information.
** The amounts shown represent the student contribution for full-time
enrolment for one year. This is usually 80 credit points or four courses
per semester and will vary depending on the degree studied. The student
contribution charge is subject to Consumer Price Index (CPI) increases.

Materials

All programs
General costs Textbooks/reading materials (per semester per program) $550 – $1100
Stationery, photocopying, printing costs (per semester per program) $20 – $100
Transport to and from class (e.g. bus/train fare or petrol) Varies, depending on where you live
Visual and Creative Arts
Resources The following schedule provides general estimates to assist you plan for your visual arts studies: Year 1 Year 2 Year 3
Animation $1000 $1500 $1500
Design $2000 $3000 $3000
Film and Screen Media $2000 $3000 $3000
Fine Art $1000 $1500 $1500
Photography $1500 $1500 $2000
Photography Digital SLR camera $2000

Please note: all prices are in Australian dollars. These prices are indicative only, and may be subject to change. Please check with your program convenor or school
administration officer on receipt of your Confirmation of Enrolment (COE) letter for more details.

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 Financing my study—scholarships
Griffith University scholarships are recognised as some of the most rewarding and supportive
university scholarship programs in Australia. With over 400 scholarships to the value of
$4 million on offer, Griffith is committed to offering a package of scholarships that makes
coming to university easily accessible and being at university supportive.
How do I get a scholarship?
Students must apply for a scholarship by application form by visiting—
griffith.edu.au/scholarships. The Sir Samuel Griffith and Uni-Start
scholarships must be completed online. You can apply for (and receive)
more than one scholarship.
When do I apply for a scholarship?
Please check the closing dates carefully on specific application forms as
dates vary. Generally, scholarship applications open the week beginning
16 July 2012 to coincide with TSXPO—Australia’s largest tertiary
studies expo. Admissions staff attend this event to advise students and
parents on the wide range of scholarships on offer.
Who do I contact for further details?
Email: scholarships@griffith.edu.au
Website: griffith.edu.au/scholarships
What types of scholarships are available?
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander scholarships
Griffith offers a range of scholarships for Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander students, including support from the Gumurrii Student Support
Unit. Visit griffith.edu.au/gumurrii-student-support-unit
to find out more.
Indigenous Commonwealth scholarships
„„Indigenous Access scholarships—valued at $4485
(first semester only)
„„Indigenous Education Costs scholarships—valued at approximately
$9508 over four years
„„Indigenous Accommodation scholarships—valued at approximately
$19 016 over four years
Neville Bonner scholarships
A memorial scholarship (valued at approximately $2500 each)
awarded to commencing students who have overcome adversity to
continue their education into the tertiary arena.
Patience Thoms Indigenous Australian
(Honours/Postgraduate) scholarships
These scholarships (valued at approximately $4000 each for one year)
are awarded to students who have shown high academic achievement
in their undergraduate studies and to assist them to continue their
academic studies into the honours and postgraduate levels.
Academic
Sir Samuel Griffith scholarships
These scholarships (valued at approximately $20 000 each, covering
up to four years of study, and membership of the Griffith Honours
College) reward students not only for academic achievement, but
also recognise leadership and community engagement. Applicants
with a Queensland OP1 to 3 (or equivalent ATAR or International
Baccalaureate) are eligible to apply. In exceptional circumstances
where an applicant has demonstrated a high level of leadership and
community engagement a result of OP4 to 6 (or an equivalent ATAR)
will be considered.
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Accommodation
George Alexander Foundation scholarships
These scholarships (valued at approximately $22 500 over three
years, covering on-campus accommodation costs) help talented young
people, particularly those from rural and regional communities who are
planning to reside at one of Griffith University’s residential colleges.
Equity
Uni-Start, Griffith’s integrated Equity Admission and Scholarship
Scheme, assists students from a low socio-economic background
or who have limited opportunities to access and participate in
undergraduate studies.
„„Chancellor’s Education Costs scholarships—valued at
approximately $9508 over four years
„„ Chancellor’s Accommodation scholarships—valued at
approximately $19 016 over four years
„„ Uni-Start Transition Grant—valued at approximately $200
„„ Widening Participation Education Costs scholarships—valued
at $2200 for one year
„„ Widening Participation Accommodation scholarships—valued at
$4400 for one year
„„ Dell Computer Equity scholarships—valued at approximately
$3500 each
Sports and Other
Griffith Sports Excellence scholarships
These scholarships are offered to elite athletes who have excelled
in their chosen sport and achieved a high standard in their academic
studies—valued at approximately $20 000 over four years.
Adam Scott Foundation Sport Business scholarship
This scholarship gives students accepted into the Bachelor of Business
(Sport Management) the chance to also complete the Diploma of Golf
Management and receive payment for full tuition in both programs.
Study area scholarships
University schools and faculties offer scholarships for particular
study areas, which are tailored to meet specific program and school/
faculty requirements.
External scholarships
Scholarships are also offered by external sponsors and companies
to study at Griffith, which vary in value and duration. Please visit
griffith.edu.au/scholarships for more information regarding
external scholarships.
STOP PRESS!
$60 000 scholarships for high achievers
Griffith University launches new Deans’ Sir Samuel Griffith
Scholarship valued at $60 000
For the latest information on these and other scholarships,
please visit: griffith.edu.au/scholarships
Griffith Honours College
What is the Griffith Honours College?
Designed for high-achieving students, the Griffith Honours College
provides enriching experiences in combination with undergraduate
degree studies. Many of these experiences are exclusive to the
Griffith Honours College with students developing skills in high demand
by employers—leadership, teamwork, communication, community
engagement, intellectual curiosity and the development of research
and industry skills.
The Griffith Honours College experience has been created to
allow students to reach their full potential and differentiate
them amongst their peers upon graduation.
Why should I apply?
The Griffith Honours College produces highly sought-after graduates
with the specialist knowledge and broad management competencies to
become CEOs, researchers, educators, creators and community leaders
of the 21st century.
Griffith Honours College students benefit from a unique educational
experience, as they:
„„receive personal attention—take part in regular one-on-one
sessions with a mentor who guides them through their university
years and steers them towards their career goals
„„collaborate—share ideas and work with leading Griffith
researchers, academics and other high achieving students across
a number of disciplines
„„ experience the world—are encouraged to gain a global perspective
by studying, participating in events or working overseas for a few
weeks, a few months or a year
„„engage with the community—lead and participate in supporting
local and national community events
„„are recognised—as high achieving amongst the university
community.
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Am I eligible?
Admission to the Griffith Honours College is available to school leavers
and non-school leavers who are undertaking their first undergraduate
degree. International students meeting the criteria are eligible to apply
for entry to the Griffith Honours College.
To be eligible for selection, the applicant must:
„„have Griffith University as a preference on their QTAC/UAC
application
„„have a score of OP 1–3/ATAR 99.95–96.00. Applicants with
exceptional personal achievement who expect an OP of 4–6/ATAR
95.50–90.00 are also encouraged to apply
„„complete and submit a Sir Samuel Griffith Scholarship/Griffith
Honours College application by 16 November 2012 (application
forms released the week beginning 16 July 2012).
How do I apply?
Applicants must complete a Sir Samuel Griffith Scholarship/Griffith
Honours College application form.
The application form is available:
„„to be completed online from the Griffith Honours College website:
griffith.edu.au/honours-college
„„by emailing: honourscollege@griffith.edu.au
Further information
For further details on the Griffith Honours College:
Email: honourscollege@griffith.edu.au
Website: griffith.edu.au/honours-college
Griffith Honours College graduate Laura
Drummond’s film Clown Rounds was selected
for the Kos International Film Festival in Greece.
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 Griffith Sports College

If you’re an elite athlete, you’ll be used to taking on big challenges. But it can still be tough to
balance your elite sporting career with the need to secure your future through tertiary study. That’s
why the Griffith Sports College is here—to help you get on the right track to all-round success.

What is the Griffith Sports College? Supporting elite athletes at Griffith

The Griffith Sports College (GSC) is a central coordination point for
the integration of sport and education and the development of sports
initiatives including programs and degrees. Griffith has many links with
local and international sporting organisations.
Griffith—an elite athlete-friendly University
Griffith University has a strong commitment to sport and the role that
it plays in a balanced educational environment. Fostering elite athletes
and helping them to devote time to training and competition while
studying is a major part of that commitment.
The GSC aims to:
„„be the university of choice for elite athletes
„„make Griffith University the number one university in Australia
in the delivery of sports programs and expertise
„„be strongly associated with the industry and science of sport.
The GSC aids elite athletes in sourcing flexible study means to enable
them to continue performing at optimum level whilst studying.
Through its Elite Athlete-Friendly University policy, Griffith:
„„provides advice and guidance to student athletes on academic
planning
„„supports student athletes in negotiating necessary flexibility to
meet academic requirements
„„undertakes advocacy for student athletes within the University.
Are you an elite athlete?
If your sporting career could do with the help of the GSC, you’ll need to
be an elite athlete. This means being identified and recognised as such
by the Australian Institute of Sport and Griffith University on the advice
of state academies or institutes, state or national sporting organisations,
professional sporting clubs or recognised player associations.

How to apply
To apply, go to griffith.edu.au/sport/griffith-sports-college
and complete an Elite Athlete Scheme Undergraduate Admission
Program form.

Griffith student Jessica Jonassen was selected in the

Australian women’s cricket team and travelled to the
UK in 2011 for an international series. Jessica is a
member of the Griffith Sports College.

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International exchange programs

Even before you graduate, your Griffith degree can take you to the other side of the globe.
Through the Griffith exchange program, you have the opportunity to combine study with travel
and add an international perspective to your qualifications.

Eligible Griffith students have the opportunity to spend one or two Find out more
semesters studying at one of Griffith’s partner universities overseas.
Further information on destinations, scholarships and costs is available
You can earn full credit towards your degree while immersing yourself
from Griffith International:
in a different culture and gaining invaluable international contacts.
Telephone: +61 (0)7 3735 6518
Why study overseas?
Website: griffith.edu.au/international/exchange
Going on exchange will give you the opportunity to:
„„increase your edge in global employability Email: exchangecoordinator@griffith.edu.au
„„take courses that complement your studies at Griffith
How far can you go?
„„learn a new language
Griffith has a vast network of international partner universities
„„explore another part of the world
in over 40 countries including those below:
„„share your Aussie culture abroad
„„make lifelong friends all over the world.
There is also a wide range of short-term overseas experiences
available, including fieldwork, internships, research projects and
intensive courses of study.

Financial assistance
There are generous exchange scholarships, travel grants and loans
available to support your international experience.

Norway
Finland
Sweden
Canada UK
Denmark
Netherlands Germany
France Austria
USA Korea
Spain Italy Turkey Japan
China
India Taiwan
Mexico

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 Services and support
to help me on my way
To make sure you get the most out of your university experience right from day one, Griffith
offers a wide range of services and support. Whether you need help getting started, or assistance
down the track, Griffith will be there to help.
Learning support services
As a Griffith student, you’ll have the benefit of extra support services
to get you on the path to success. Our learning support professionals
provide a range of free workshops, self-help resources and individual
consultations to develop your academic, computing and library
research skills. For more information please visit: griffith.edu.au/
library/workshops-training
Academic skills
Our learning advisors can help you gain confidence and skills in:
„„understanding the expectations of university study
„„effective reading and study
„„personal organisational strategies and time management
„„critical thinking, academic writing and oral presentation skills.
Workshops: You can come to our free academic skills workshops
throughout the semester. You don’t need to register, just attend
whatever workshop you can.
Consultations: You can make an appointment with our learning
advisors to work on an individual basis with you or as a small group.
Computing skills
Whether you’re an advanced user or a complete beginner, our IT
specialists will help you skill up on computing, including computer
basics and a range of software applications. You just book online for
the session you want to attend.
Drop-in sessions: No booking is needed for these weekly computing
sessions at the Gold Coast and Nathan campuses. Drop by and revise
what was learned in a workshop or get an answer to a difficult question.
Library research skills
Make sure you get a head start with finding items on your reading
list and researching effectively for assignments with our specially
designed workshops.
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The workshops are a great way for you to develop successful academic
research strategies and skills. You’ll learn all about finding information
using Library Search, the library catalogue, electronic databases and the
World Wide Web.
Workshop and consultation bookings
To find out when things are on, or to register for a session, we have an
easy online system called Book-it, which lists all of the free workshops,
consultations and other services designed to bring you success at
university and beyond. Just go to griffith.edu.au/library/
workshops-training and click on ‘Book-it’.
Self-help resources
If your style is more do-it-yourself, a host of self-help resources have
been created specifically for Griffith students to assist with developing
academic, computing and library research skills.
These resources include the referencing tool, academic writing tutorial,
library research tutorial, info skills tutorial and online IT training. Just go
to griffith.edu.au/library/workshops-training and look under
‘self-help resources’.
Student Services
To help you succeed, and to add value to your whole university
experience, Griffith has a comprehensive suite of support and
development programs and services, which give attention to your
personal growth and career development.
„„Careers and employment—for career development learning, career
counselling, part-time and casual jobs, and graduate employment.
„„Chaplaincy—the opportunity to discuss life’s challenges, explore
spirituality, faith and social justice issues and meet other people
interested in religious matters.
„„Counselling—for assistance with matters relating to transition,
study, motivation, relationships, self-esteem, grief and loss, anxiety
and stress, and support for peer mentoring.
„„Health—bulk-billed services for medical consultations (Medicare
and concession cardholders), appointments with visiting specialists,
free nursing consultations, and health information and promotion
on all campuses.
„„Student equity and disabilities—assistance for students from
educationally disadvantaged backgrounds and specialised support
for students with disabilities.
„„Welfare and student liaison—assistance with appeals and
grievances, information on student loans, Centrelink payments,
budgeting, tenancy and other welfare and student support issues.
Once you enrol, you can explore more information by visiting the
Student Services page on the Griffith website.
Students with disabilities
Griffith provides disability services on all campuses. These services
enable students with disabilities to access and participate in the
University’s learning environment and are coordinated through our
Student Services office (see above).
Support includes:
„„information on application and enrolment procedures
„„adjustments to the physical environment
„„access to specialist support services, such as sign language
„„interpreter services, note-taking services and participation
assistants
„„negotiation of reasonable adjustments relating to assessment
tasks, including alternative examination arrangements
„„access to assistive technology and other specialised equipment
such as hearing loops
„„arrangement for required readings to be converted to
accessible formats.
Future students should contact the Disabilities Service:
Telephone: +61 (0)7 3382 1267
Email: disabilitiesservice@griffith.edu.au
If you are deaf or hard of hearing, you can contact the disabilities
service officer directly on:
Mobile: 0419 713 271
Email: deafstudentsupportprogram@griffith.edu.au
Careers and Employment Service—a big head start
The Careers and Employment Service assists you to develop your
career from first year, and helps you build the skills and confidence
to be work-ready. Programs and services include:
„„individual appointments
„„job vacancies—part-time and casual, work experience and
graduate
„„industry mentoring program (gain a mentor in your field)
„„career development seminars
„„pre-employment seminar program
„„specialised support for Indigenous and international students
„„comprehensive career development and pre-employment
resources online
„„recruitment and careers fairs—major firms recruiting final-year
students for graduate positions.
Once you start at Griffith, visiting the Careers and Employment
Service website can help you get the most out of your Griffith
degree—griffith.edu.au/careers
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Preparing to succeed@Uni
Looking for more information on how to succeed at university?
Find out by visiting the Preparing to succeed@Uni website—
griffith.edu.au/preparing-for-university—which provides both
new and existing students with online study modules that will help
you succeed at university.
This is a valuable resource designed by our students and includes
tutorials in academic writing, library research and referencing and links
to other self-help resources.
Childcare
At the Nathan campus, there are two childcare centres, plus after
school care and vacation care.
For further information, please contact:
Telephone: +61 (0)7 3735 7959
Facsimile: +61 (0)7 3735 5352 (childcare centres)
+61 (0)7 3735 7561 ( after school care
and vacation care)
Website: griffith.edu.au/childcare
Email: childcare@griffith.edu.au
Childcare facilities are also available near to the Logan,
Mt Gravatt, Gold Coast, and South Bank (Queensland College of Art
and Queensland Conservatorium) campuses. These centres can be
located on the mychild.gov.au website.
Clubs and societies
Getting involved in a club offers you the opportunity to pursue a
special interest or hobby, develop new skills, meet people, make new
friends and have lots of fun.
There are more than 60 Brisbane and Logan based clubs registered
with Griffith University ranging from educational and professional,
political, recreational, and cultural to religious and sporting clubs.
And if you can’t find a club to suit your particular interest, you can try
starting your own. There is plenty of support available from Griffith.
Further information:
Telephone: +61 (0)7 3735 3931
Email: clubs@griffith.edu.au
Website: griffith.edu.au/clubs
Clubs and societies on the Gold Coast campus are coordinated through
the Gold Coast Student Guild. Please contact the Guild directly by
telephone: +61 (0)7 5552 8450.
Safety and security
Safety and security are very important to all who participate as part
of Griffith University’s community. Information on personal security,
security patrols, security shuttle bus services, emergency telephones,
security night escort services and other safety and security-related
activities are available at our website. At Griffith University we are
committed to our security mission – ‘To provide a safe environment
for the University and its clients, and to protect the University’s assets
and property.’
Further information: griffith.edu.au/security
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Visual and Creative Arts
Change the world
Turn on your creativity
Wherever your creative passions lie, you’ll develop them further at
the Queensland College of Art (QCA). Choose from design, fine art,
photography and photojournalism, digital media, and contemporary
Australian Indigenous art. Griffith also boasts Australia’s largest film
school where you can study film and television production, animation
and games design.
Learn from the best
At Griffith, you’ll learn from people who are already pushing the
boundaries of the visual and creative arts. QCA lecturers regularly
hold exhibitions of their work and are represented on industry boards.
This industry experience means students learn their craft from some
of the country’s leading artists, as well as learn how to get their work
into the public domain.
Global focus
Our award-winning graduates continue to win international accolades
for their creativity, motivation and professional approach to their
career development. The QCA develops your skills and confidence
to practise your craft anywhere in the world.
Location, location
Study at QCA’s South Bank campus in the heart of Brisbane’s cultural
precinct or at the thriving arts community at the Gold Coast campus
and enjoy access to art galleries, exhibition spaces, studios and computer
laboratories. While its facilities are highly advanced, the QCA is also one
of Australia’s oldest and most respected art and design colleges.
Know more about design
Bachelor of Design final year student
Aaron Gillett said the program wasn’t
what he expected. ‘The Design Futures
major breaks from typical design
education, and focuses on the wider
impact our design decisions impose on
society. It really challenged me and has
made me rethink my practice and role
as a designer.’
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Interest areas Page
3D Design 20
Advertising 20, 25
Animation 17
Applied Theatre 18
Architecture 21
Arts Management 25
Contemporary Indigenous Arts 18
Digital Design 20
Digital Media 20
Drama 18, 21
Environmental Design 21
ePhotojournalism 20
Film and Screen Production 21
Fine Art 22
Games Design 23
Graphic Design 19, 20
Indigenous Art 18
Interior Design (including Film and Theatrical Set Design) 19
Jewellery and Small Objects 22
Multimedia 23
Painting 22
Performing Arts Education 21
Photography 25
Print Media 22
Product Design 19
Scriptwriting 21
Sculpture 22
Visual Communication Design 19
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Architecture
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Arts Management, Contemporary Indigenous Prerequisites: QTAC: English (4SA).
Did you get an OP 1–6 or ATAR 90.00? If you receive an OP 1–6 or ATAR 90.00
Art, Digital Design, Digital Media, Drama, and meet the prerequisites, you’re guaranteed a place in this program.
Environmental Design, ePhotojournalism, Film
and Screen Production, Fine Art, Games Design, Why choose this degree? This highly expressive program will fire your
Graphic Design, Indigenous Art, Interior Design imagination and refine your creativity, wit and ingenuity. You’ll receive a
thorough grounding in character animation covering animation skills and

(including Film and Theatrical Set Design),
Jewellery and Small Objects, Multimedia, Painting,
Performing Arts Education, Photography, Print
Media, Product Design, Scriptwriting, Sculpture,
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production techniques using professional studio software and hardware
enhanced by the study of perspective and life drawing, scriptwriting,
concept development, graphic processes, visual communication and
screen literacy, editing and sound production. You’ll develop the skills
to produce original films, from script to screen, including concept

and Languages
development, storyboarding, 2D and 3D character animation, sound

Humanities
recording, editing, visual effects and postproduction. You’ll also develop
the ability to determine the most appropriate animation format for
specific projects—traditional drawn animation, 2D, 3D and motion-
captured digital animation, 3D puppet or clay animation and other
experimental media. Your academic studies will be extended by
off-campus studio courses to enable you to gain first-hand experience. Conservatorium
Queensland
Science and
Aviation
Creative Arts
Visual and

Griffith Film School graduates of Australia’s only dedicated Bachelor

of Animation have worked with acclaimed directors on a range
of productions from Wallace & Gromit to Happy Feet. They also
collaborate with games designers to bring their vision and ideas to life.

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In Year 1, you’ll be introduced to the theoretical and practical aspects
of animation as well as key themes of 21st century visual culture.
Year 2 has an increased emphasis on the various technical aspects
of animation through undertaking studio courses with a focus on
development of skill sets in creative visualisation and storytelling.
Year 3 has a focus on professional development in both the
realisation of a major animated project and an emphasis on work-
integrated learning through engagement with industry partners.
You’ll also work alongside Film and Screen Media Production and
Games Design students to complete a community project.
Career opportunities: You can work in 2D and 3D character
animation and visual effects for film, television, computer games
and interactive companies, develop animation design and layout,
design computer games, create storyboards, become an illustrator
and graphic artist or a teacher. Your training in filmmaking and screen
writing will also equip you for work in films and the electronic media.
Codes Cut-offs
Campus Duration
QTAC UAC OP Rank ATAR
»» Bachelor of Arts in Applied Theatre
M 223312 3F 14 71
Prerequisites: QTAC: English (4SA).
Did you get an OP 1–6 or ATAR 90.00? If you receive an OP 1–6 or ATAR 90.00
and meet the prerequisites, you’re guaranteed a place in this program.
Why choose this degree? Designed for those with high levels
of commitment and passion for theatre, drama and performance
work, this is a highly practical and creative degree involving group
collaborative workshops and small research groups.
Industry professionals will teach you skills in facilitating workshops,
devising theatre, acting and performance skills development,
directing, staging and reviewing major productions, understanding
contemporary and historical theatre contexts, and developing
applied theatre projects in community contexts. In the final year,
you’ll participate in a major creative development project. Exchange
opportunities to prestigious universities in the UK, Canada and
Taiwan are also available.
The program can be taken with other discipline areas, including
communication and media studies, contemporary music, criminal
justice, film and screen, journalism, popular music, public relations
and screen production.
Career opportunities: Graduates have found careers as applied
theatre facilitators/performers, actors, directors, writers, performers,
arts administrators, researchers, youth and community leaders, and
drama teachers following completion of a postgraduate teaching
qualification.
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Codes Cut-offs
Campus Duration Start
QTAC UAC OP Rank ATAR
»» Bachelor of Contemporary Australian
Indigenous Art
Admission based on special
S 241252 3F entry requirements in addition Feb, July
to academic achievement.
Prerequisites: QTAC: English (4SA) plus folio and questionnaire. The final date for lodging
applications and changes of preference with QTAC is 28 September 2012.
Note. The Griffith OP 1–6/ATAR 99.00 Guarantee does not apply to this program.
Special note: This program is open only to Indigenous Australians.
Admission is based on academic achievement and demonstrated
creative talent, including the presentation of a folio and an interview.
February Intake: You can apply either through QTAC or directly to
the Queensland College of Art (QCA). Applicants for the February
intake who wish to apply directly to the QCA must do so by
27 February 2013. Please write to:
The Coordinator
Start
Bachelor of Contemporary Australian Indigenous Art
Queensland College of Art
South Bank campus, Griffith University
Feb PO Box 3370 South Brisbane Qld 4101
July Intake: Applicants for the July intake must apply directly to QCA
by 15 July. Please write to the The Coordinator at the above address.
Other information: Whether you apply through QTAC or directly
to the QCA, you’ll be sent an application form, which you should
complete and return to the College along with a folio of your artwork.
You’ll be required to provide a reference from someone in your
community to support your application and you’ll be required to
attend the QCA for an interview before the program starts.
Applicants for this program should contact the project officer for
folio and entry requirements on +61 (07) 3735 3191.
Why choose this degree? It’s designed to prepare Indigenous
Australians to become professional artists. The program focuses on
traditional Australian Indigenous art media, styles and forms, together
with strategies for their viable adaptation within a highly urbanised
society. It is planned in accordance with Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander principles and philosophies and teaching respects Aboriginal
laws concerning the ways in which techniques and images may be used.
The program is based on research into your own family history and
traditions. It incorporates field trips to Indigenous communities and
gives attention to contemporary culture and politics.
First-year studies provide a solid foundation in art practice, visual
culture, contemporary Australian Indigenous art and the culture and
issues it represents.
Years 2 and 3 continue the integrated, family-oriented approach to
the study of Australian Indigenous art. You’ll undertake socio-cultural
critique courses along with studio activities including painting,
sculpture, photography, installation and electronic media.
In Year 3, you can undertake a 60 credit points (CP) elective major
or two 30CP specialisations. This gives you the flexibility to choose
a studio major within the program or to choose an elective major or
specialisations options. The following specialisations are available:
„„Community Away-from-Base project (30CP)
„„Indigenous Australian Community Art project
„„Indigenous Australian Individual Studio project
„„Indigenous Commercial project
„„Indigenous Exhibition project
„„Indigenous Professional Practice (30CP)
„„Postcolonial Art and Issues.
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Career opportunities: You can become an artist in your own right
with a well-informed appreciation of your own cultural history and
integrity and a commitment to their maintenance and growth in the
contemporary world.
By graduation, you’ll have developed a folio of work that
demonstrates your competence in Indigenous and non-Indigenous
skills, and media and contemporary technologies, and gained the
necessary skills to perform effectively in professional contemporary
art practices.
NEW 2013
Codes Cut-offs
Campus Duration
QTAC UAC OP Rank ATAR
»» Bachelor of Design Futures
S 241322 4F NEW IN 2013
Prerequisites: QTAC: English (4SA).
Did you get an OP 1–6 or ATAR 90.00? If you receive an OP 1–6 or ATAR 90.00
and meet the prerequisites, you’re guaranteed a place in this program.
Special note. After 3 years, students may graduate with a Bachelor
of Design.
Why choose this degree? The aim of the program is to educate
design leaders of the future. It prepares you for professional practice
as a commercial designer and innovator. You’ll create your work
through practical training combined with theoretical knowledge,
informed through social and environmental awareness, and guided
by the industry implications of the latest design practices.
Design Futures prepares you for future local and global opportunities
generated from the need to respond to pressing environmental and
economic demands arising from sustainability issues and challenges.
You’ll be highly sought after by industries that value sustainment,
creativity and innovative thinking, and demand high professional
standards.
Note. For this degree, it is recommended that you have your own
laptop computer by the start of the first year of study. Information
on computers and computer configuration as well as recommended
software should be discussed with the appropriate design discipline
convenor.
Program structure: Your first year focuses on the development of
manual and technology skills, design thinking and problem-defining
and solving along with an environmental awareness and design
futures theory.
In the following years you’ll work on industry-related and research
projects, and specialise in selected studio courses. You are able
to choose a studio major within the program and can also choose
electives from other schools subject to approval by the program
convenor.
High achieving students who meet a minimum grade point average
(GPA) requirement will have the opportunity to move into the Design
Futures major in Year 3.
In fourth year you’ll undertake an Honours dissertation. Students not
wishing to undertake fourth year studies may exit after three years
with a Bachelor of Design.
Note. Visual Communication Design students will have the
opportunity to work in Liveworm Studio, a commercially orientated
studio that is part of QCA.
and Commerce
Business
Majors
Studio majors include:
„„Design Futures
„„Interior Environments
„„Product Design
Criminology
„„Visual Communication Design.
and Law
Design Futures will allow high performing students to potentially
redirect, challenge and rethink traditional processes and procedures
within the design industry, to re-educate both industry and
consumer models of the future.
The Interior Environments major explores the nature of use and
design in interior and exterior spaces in the built environment,
Education
Start including institutional, commercial and domestic spaces. The courses
within the program range from cultural understandings to technical
processes and skills.
Feb
The Product Design major focuses on design for need, as opposed
to design for want, addressing a range of problems and opportunities
using innovative thinking and a creative approach. Project outcomes
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are supported by understanding the nature of systems and how
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objects work, how we interact with our surroundings and the effect
our design decisions have on our environment and other people. The
aim is to create positive, realistic but imaginative solutions to serious
and everyday problems.
The Visual Communication Design major is an exciting and cutting
edge program that will focus on the most relevant aspects of
Planning and
Environment
Architecture
visual communication. It will equip you with critical interdisciplinary
knowledge and design skills that are crucial to solve complex
communication problems in times of rapid, social, economic,
environmental and cultural change. It will prepare you to be a socially
and environmentally responsible designer and educate you to develop
advanced visual communication thinking and practical solutions.
Professional recognition: As a graduate, you’ll be eligible
for membership of the Design Institute of Australia.
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Career opportunities: You can expect to be in demand because
Griffith design graduates have an outstanding record in gaining
employment locally, nationally and internationally.
The Design Futures major will provide you with the means to become
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a ’design strategist’. As a high performer, you could potentially
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redirect, challenge and rethink traditional processes and procedures
within the design industry, re-educating future industry and
consumer models.
With the Interior Environments major you’ll be ready to handle
challenging roles in retail, hospitality, domestic and commercial
sectors, events, exhibitions and trade shows, film and television
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modelling and theatrical design.
Queensland
A Product Design major means you’ll be highly sought after in the
design, production and manufacturing sectors; including consumer
and medical products, specialist industry furniture, lighting fixtures,
packaging, exhibition and trade show display systems, signage systems
and environmental graphics to name just a few product areas.
The Visual Communication Design major will equip you for a
Science and
stimulating career in corporate and brand design, design for social
Aviation
change, design for culture and education, print, web, publishing,
advertising, socially responsive communication and digital media.
Creative Arts
Visual and
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Digital Media at QCA Gold Coast allows you to explore multi-
disciplinary techniques before choosing a major, allowing you
to identify your strengths and interests in a number of areas
including ePhotojournalism (pictured). That will enable you
to take advantage of more professional creative opportunities,
not only on the Gold Coast, but nationally and internationally.
Codes Cut-offs
Campus Duration
QTAC UAC OP Rank ATAR
»» Bachelor of Digital Media (3D Design) or
(Digital Design) or (ePhotojournalism) or (Fine Art)
or (Graphic Design)
G 236112 283214 3F/6P 14 71 67.10
Prerequisites: QTAC: English (4SA) no folio required. UAC: Assumed knowledge: Any two
units of English.
Did you get an OP 1–6 or ATAR 90.00? If you receive an OP 1–6 or ATAR 90.00
and meet the prerequisites, you’re guaranteed a place in this program.
Why choose this degree? It will enable you to take advantage
of professional creative opportunities, not only on the Gold Coast,
but nationally and internationally. It offers you rich opportunities
to broaden and improve your employment prospects, through
cross-study and specialisation in digital design, 3D design,
ePhotojournalism, fine art and graphic design.
You have the flexibility to undertake a studio major within the degree
and to choose an elective major or specialisation from another area
of the degree or from other schools or faculties—thereby completing
a double major degree.
During Year 1, you’ll study core courses which address basic skills and
knowledge as well as undertaking a Studio Foundation component in
which you’ll become competent in the basic skill of your studio major.
Continuing through Years 2 and 3, you’ll become professionally
competent in your studio major area as well as having the flexibility
to choose an elective major in another area. By doing so, you’ll
complete a double major, broadening your experience. The Bachelor
of Digital Media award studio majors include:
„„3D Design
„„Digital Design
„„ePhotojournalism
„„Fine Art
„„Graphic Design
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Career opportunities: You’ll be well prepared for a dynamic future
Start in industries that demand high professional standards and value
creativity and innovative thinking. Your career prospects are broad
and increasing, as organisations continue to recognise the critical
importance of the visual aspect of effective communication in the
modern world.
Feb, July 3D Design graduates are highly valued in the design, production
and manufacturing sectors, particularly where products, furniture,
lighting fixtures, packaging, exhibitions and trade shows, film and
television modelling and set design, signage and environmental
graphics are required.
Digital Design graduates have a unique combination of creative design
and software specialisations, which enables them to take advantage of
opportunities in post-production animation and video production, web
and games production, as well as printing for industry.
Fine Art graduates are entering a sector that is expanding
exponentially, with career opportunities in professional practice, arts
management, public art, curatorship and art education. Our fine
art graduates have an enviable record of success as professional
artists. Many have works in private and public collections and have
won scholarships and national and international awards. Others hold
significant posts in the arts, education and administration.
ePhotojournalism graduates, with a keen appreciation of the politics
and philosophies underpinning the photographic discipline and
a demonstrated eagerness to work innovatively, will be capable
of securing a rewarding career in their chosen photographic
specialisation—whether press or new media—anywhere in the world.
Graphic Design graduates find rewarding careers in the visual design
industries including print and corporate design, publishing and
packaging, advertising and marketing, television and digital media.
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and Commerce
Business
Codes Cut-offs Codes Cut-offs
Campus Duration Start Campus Duration Start
QTAC UAC OP Rank ATAR QTAC UAC OP Rank ATAR
»» Bachelor of Education—Secondary (Drama) »» Bachelor of Film and Screen Media Production
(Visual Arts, Media Arts) S 241302 3F 9 83 Feb
N/M 223772 3.5F 14 71 Feb Prerequisites: QTAC: English (4SA).

Criminology
Prerequisites: QTAC: English (4SA). Did you get an OP 1–6 or ATAR 90.00? If you receive an OP 1–6 or ATAR 90.00

Did you get an OP 1–6 or ATAR 90.00? If you receive an OP 1–6 or ATAR 90.00
and meet the prerequisites, you’re guaranteed a place in this program.
Why choose this degree? You’ll develop the skills and
knowledge to teach Drama, Visual Arts or Media Arts and one
other subject, at secondary level. Your second course area can
be chosen from Computer Education, Design and Technology,
and Law
and meet the prerequisites, you’re guaranteed a place in this program.
Why choose this degree? It provides a comprehensive hands-on
education in professional motion picture and video production by
combining studies in various aspects of film, television and screen
media production with a thorough grounding in the history, practice
and critical analysis of filmmaking.

Drama, English, Geography, Graphics, Health and Physical Education,
History, Media Arts, Music and Visual Arts, or from the specialist area
Learning Enhancement.
If you choose Learning Enhancement, you’ll graduate with only one
curriculum-related teaching area instead of two. However, you’ll
acquire specialist skills related to the provision of learning support
Education
You’ll explore the creative application of the various production
processes and new forms of digital media including video for the
internet and desktop.
Using industry standard formats including 16mm film and high
definition video, you’ll learn how to work with a team to bring your
own vision to life on the screen. Supported by film history courses,

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across the curriculum, to students with additional needs. This this practical experience will help you to develop advanced skills in

qualifies you to advise secondary teachers in their planning and/or
teach in secondary special education settings.
You’ll also go off campus to real schools to develop your practical teaching
skills and become competent and confident in classroom teaching.
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producing, directing, camera, sound, lighting, editing, production
design, digital compositing, scriptwriting and research. By graduation,
you’ll be ready to make an informed and creative contribution to the
film, television and interactive media industries.

Career opportunities: Employment prospects are good in In Years 2 and 3, you’ll develop skills in documentary, drama

Planning and
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Architecture
both the public and private school systems. You’ll be qualified for production and other areas of film, television and digital production
secondary teaching in your two chosen subject areas throughout and work with the Animation and Games Design students to
Australia and at equivalent levels overseas. complete a community project.
You’ll have the choice of electives in editing, producing,
Codes Cut-offs cinematography, directing and production design, among many
Campus Duration Start others. You’ll undertake a supervised work placement and through
QTAC UAC OP Rank ATAR
courses in screen production and screen distribution will learn about
»» Bachelor of Environmental Design (Architecture) finding support and audiences for your screen production work.
G 234472 283422 3F 9 83 81.65 Feb

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Prerequisites: QTAC: English. Recommended: Maths A or B. UAC: Assumed knowledge: Any
two units of English. Recommended: Mathematics or General Mathematics.
Did you get an OP 1–6 or ATAR 90.00? If you receive an OP 1–6 or ATAR 90.00
and meet the prerequisites, you’re guaranteed a place in this program.

and Languages
Why choose this degree? The degree is the foundation study

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for a career as an architect. Architecture graduates may apply
to progress into the Master of Architecture, designed to provide
academic qualifications leading to accreditation for employment as
an architect. The focus of this degree is on the design of buildings,
urban systems, public places, transport nodes, and recreation and
conservation areas. There is an emphasis on design for tropical/
subtropical climates, relevant to the Asia–Pacific region—design that
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Queensland
embodies sustainability principles.
Design and creative problem solving are integral to the program.
You’ll learn to think and write critically and analytically, and to apply
this knowledge in achieving social equity, economic viability and
environmental responsibility in your design solutions. These design
solutions will be concerned equally with aesthetic quality, functional
appropriateness and the needs of users, now and in the future.
Science and
Aviation

You’ll combine academic studies, fieldwork and practical experience

with an emphasis on studio learning and sustainable outcomes. As
part of your third year, you’ll undertake a supervised industry-based
design project.
Professional recognition: Accreditation has been granted by
the Architects Accreditation Council of Australia and the Australian
Creative Arts

Institute of Architects for graduates who articulate to, and complete,

Visual and

the Master of Architecture (to commence in 2013).

Career opportunities: As a graduate, you may apply for entry
Graduate filmmakers Peter Hegedus, Xin Li and Zhi-Ming (Jimmy)
into the Master of Architecture. These two integrated programs
Su have put their skills to use, creating and presenting award-
are designed to lead to professional accreditation as an architect. winning films and documentaries to audiences worldwide.
If you do not proceed to the Master of Architecture you may find
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Career opportunities: A combination of hands-on knowledge
and a confident appreciation of the big picture mean you’ll be ideally
positioned to meet the challenges of current and future job markets.
Your knowledge of the diversity of forms, techniques and resources
available, together with your production capabilities, will give you an
edge within your chosen field.
Depending on your areas of specialisation and choice of electives,
your career options could include the mainstream film and television
industries, commercials and corporates, online production, film
festivals and awards and video/digital art practice.
Codes Cut-offs
Campus Duration
QTAC UAC OP Rank ATAR
»» Bachelor of Fine Art
S 241232 3F 10 81
Prerequisites: QTAC: English (4SA).
Did you get an OP 1–6 or ATAR 90.00? If you receive an OP 1–6 or ATAR 90.00
and meet the prerequisites, you’re guaranteed a place in this program.
Why choose this degree? The visual artist is a major contributor
to the culture of contemporary society and this exciting and
challenging program gives you the opportunity to gain experience in
contemporary approaches to visual arts.
Studies take place in four areas—interdisciplinary print media,
jewellery and small objects, interdisciplinary painting and
interdisciplinary sculpture.
Studio skills and research methods are developed, ideas challenged
and experimentation encouraged. By integrating theory and practice
and encouraging independent enquiry, you’ll develop an appreciation
of the artist’s role in contemporary society as well as become
equipped for a career in a particular visual arts field.
For over 130 years, before Picasso was born, the Queensland
College of Art has been working with fine artists to see
things differently, across fields such as Painting, Sculpture,
Jewellery and Small Objects (pictured), and Print Media.
The QCA will help you to develop the skills and confidence to
practise your craft anywhere in the world.
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Year 1 gives you grounding in fundamental aspects of visual art
practice and theory and develops your individual aptitudes and
interests. Expression will be developed through experimentation with
media and processes and through critical thinking and evaluation.
In Years 2 and 3, you’ll focus your studies towards your major studio
area, while developing a wide range of skills, concepts and experience
in other studio areas. Quotas apply to studio majors.
In addition, you’ll undertake one 60CP elective major or two
30CP elective specialisations. This gives you the flexibility to
undertake a studio major within the program or an elective major
or specialisations from other schools or faculties to broaden your
experience. Fine Art studio majors are listed below:
Start
„„Interdisciplinary Painting
„„Interdisciplinary Print Media
Feb „„Interdisciplinary Sculpture
„„Jewellery and Small Objects
Career opportunities: The influence of Fine Art continues to
expand and opportunities for involvement in the wider cultural
sector are increasingly exciting. You’ll be qualified for a career in your
specialised study area, or in combination with other areas, be eligible
to apply for entry to a graduate entry teacher preparation program.
You have the opportunity (subject to GPA) to complete a fourth
honours year and then continue on to postgraduate studies.
Fine Art graduates from the Queensland College of Art have an
enviable record of career success as professional artists. Many have
works in private and public collections and have won scholarships and
national and international awards. Others hold significant posts in the
arts, education and administration.
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and Commerce
Business
Criminology
and Law
Education
Engineering
and IT
Balancing the practical components of technology
with an environment that fosters creativity allows

Planning and
Environment
students like Tom Dignan to nurture their talent and

Architecture
create the latest in digital design.

Codes Cut-offs Codes Cut-offs

Campus Duration Start Campus Duration Start
QTAC UAC OP Rank ATAR QTAC UAC OP Rank ATAR
»» Bachelor of Games Design »» Bachelor of Multimedia

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S 241312 3F 10 81 Feb G 234322 283414 3F 16 67 61.35 Feb
Prerequisites: QTAC: English (4SA). N 228652 3F 16 67 Feb
Did you get an OP 1–6 or ATAR 90.00? If you receive an OP 1–6 or ATAR 90.00 Prerequisites: QTAC: Assumed knowledge: English plus either Maths A or B.
and meet the prerequisites, you’re guaranteed a place in this program. UAC: Assumed knowledge: Any two units of English plus either Mathematics or General
Mathematics.

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Why choose this degree? It’s for those who are keen to enter the Did you get an OP 1–6 or ATAR 90.00? If you receive an OP 1–6 or ATAR 90.00

exciting and rapidly expanding world of games, where the only limits
are your imagination.
You’ll receive a thorough grounding in the creative development
of game art and design, moving from art-foundation skills to
storytelling, storyboarding, cinematography, 3D modelling, human
movement, game level design, computer interface issues, sound
design and the influence of games on society.
In the final year, you’ll have the opportunity to participate in a major
group project. The aim is to ship your first game title to market. You’ll
also have the opportunity to engage with industry practitioners and
gain hands-on experience with games production.
Career opportunities: There is continuing demand for prop,
environment, character or technical artists; gameplay, level, system
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and meet the prerequisites, you’re guaranteed a place in this program.
Why choose this degree? This degree offers a blend of digital
technologies and creative arts and introduces you to a wide range of
multimedia design, production, management, and evaluation skills.
All students participate in practical projects for external clients and
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develop a portfolio, as well as undertake work-integrated learning
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through industry placements.
In addition to a broad foundation, you can specialise in a variety of
areas according to their interest and talent.
Year 1
„„Computer Visualisation and Image Creation or Digital Visualisation
„„Digital Video Production or Time-based Video
Science and
Aviation

or combat designers; gameplay programmers; 3D modellers; 2D or „„Interactive Applications Development

3D animators; and motion capture animators. „„Introduction to Multimedia
„„Introduction to Programming
„„Object Oriented Programming
„„Sound Principles or Introduction to Music Programming
and Production
Creative Arts

„„Web Design and Development

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Year 2 Gold Coast

„„Dynamic Multimedia Systems „„Digital Video
„„Project Management „„Interactive Entertainment and Games Programming
„„User Interface Design „„Internet Computing
„„major or minor courses „„Internet Marketing
„„Management
Year 3
„„Music Programming and Production
„„Educational Design for Multimedia „„Visual Media Design
„„Industry Affiliates Program or Industry Project
„„Professional Issues in IT Nathan
„„Interactive Entertainment and Games Programming
„„Professional Practice and Portfolio
„„Internet Computing
„„major or minor and elective courses
„„Internet Marketing
Majors „„Management
Starting in the second year you’ll be required to complete one major
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study or two minor studies, or one minor study and three additional
„„Film and TV Production
electives.
„„Sound Production
Depending on your interest and talent you can select a major „„Visual Communication Design
from the technical areas or from the design/artistic areas of
specialisations. Professional recognition: As a graduate, you’ll be eligible for
membership of the Australian Computer Society.
Note. A strong core set of courses ensures that irrespective of your
chosen major you’ll be eligible for membership in the Australian Career opportunities: Depending on your major studies, you
Computer Society and a wide range of IT jobs is also available for you. may work in film and television, interactive games development,
web development and management, Internet advertising, sound
and music production, or as a designer of interactive multimedia
titles for education and training in the communication, hospitality
and entertainment industries. In addition, you’ll also be prepared to
undertake a wide range of IT jobs listed under ‘career opportunities’
in the Bachelor of Information Technology degree.

Johannes Laumer let his childhood fascination with

water, light and sound lead him from Lima, Peru to
study at the QCA, where he was able to create the
perfect combination of art, science and a little magic.

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and Commerce
Business
Codes Cut-offs
Campus
QTAC UAC
Duration
OP Rank ATAR
Start
Double Degrees with Visual
»» Bachelor of Photography and Creative Arts
S 241282 3F 11 78 Feb
Prerequisites: QTAC: English (4SA). Codes Cut-offs

Criminology
Did you get an OP 1–6 or ATAR 90.00? If you receive an OP 1–6 or ATAR 90.00 Campus Duration Start
QTAC UAC OP Rank ATAR

and Law
and meet the prerequisites, you’re guaranteed a place in this program.
»» Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Digital Media
Why choose this degree? The photographic image is the G 235071 4F 12 76 Feb
primary conduit for visual communication in contemporary culture Prerequisites: QTAC: English (4SA).
today. Photography’s unique relationship with reality is the most Did you get an OP 1–6 or ATAR 90.00? If you receive an OP 1–6 or ATAR 90.00
powerful force for expressing and understanding the world we live and meet the prerequisites, you’re guaranteed a place in this program.
in and ourselves.

Within this degree, you are introduced to the craft, politics, philosophy,
and language of photography. Traditional and contemporary views are
learned and questioned within a critical framework to discover relevant
innovations intrinsic to photographic discourse.
Whether you seek to be a journalist, work in creative advertising
or practise as a fine artist, you’ll combine conceptual, critical and
Education
Why choose this degree? If you’re an innovative and creative
thinker, this degree will empower you to take advantage of the
huge growth in professional creative opportunities available
on the Gold Coast, as well as nationally and internationally.
Supplement this with core business competencies such as critical
and analytical thinking, communication and decision making
developed through the business component of this degree, and

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creative processes to generate your own distinctive photographic you’ll graduate with a unique range of skills and abilities that

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vision. bridge the creative-business divide.

Our unique combination of analogue and digital facilities, small Program structure
group interaction with highly acclaimed practising academics, Business component
and specialist work integrated learning opportunities in a small
creative community atmosphere produces a highly dynamic and Griffith Business School award majors include:

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transformational learning experience. „„Employment Relations (Gold Coast and Nathan)
Comprising closely related practical studio areas supported by „„Human Resource Management (Gold Coast and Nathan)
complementary visual arts theory, communication or business „„Management (Gold Coast and Nathan)
studies, the program provides specialised studies in the practices, „„Marketing (Gold Coast and Nathan)
politics, philosophies and ethics in a choice of three majors:
Digital Media component
„„Creative Advertising Photography You’ll complete one of the following studio majors:
„„Photographic Art Practice
„„Photojournalism* „„3-Dimensional Design

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„„Digital Design
* Photojournalism students can undertake a print journalism major at Nathan campus.
„„ePhotojournalism
During Year 1, your studies combine photographic courses, studio „„Fine Art
practice and art theory. Along with developing an understanding „„Graphic Design
of the politics and philosophies that underpin photography, you’ll

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receive a thorough grounding in the practice of photography and in Career opportunities: As a graduate you’ll have a unique

Humanities
developing your conceptual and craft skills. combination of creative design and software application skills,
enabling you to take advantage of opportunities in post-
In Years 2 and 3, you’ll concentrate on your major study area chosen production animation and video production, web and games
from the three listed above. production, and printing for industry. Combine this with the ability
to manage these creative ventures from a business perspective,
Career opportunities: With a keen appreciation of the politics
and you’ll be highly desirable to employers seeking to broaden
and philosophies underpinning the practice of photography and the
their creative and business reach.
Conservatorium
motivation to work innovatively, you’ll be capable of working and
Queensland
contributing at a professional level anywhere in the world in the
creative and rewarding spheres of advertising and design, fine art and
public art, or news, photojournalism and documentary photography.
Science and
Aviation
Creative Arts
Visual and

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 Terms explained
University terminology can be confusing. These are some of the terms you’ll hear when
considering university study.
Academic program
A program of study, over a period of time that leads to the award
of a degree.
Academic transcript
An official record of all programs and all courses and the grade
obtained for each course.
AQF
The Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) is the national policy
for regulated qualifications in Australian education and training.
ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank)
A number from 99.95 to 0 with increments of 0.05 that provides
a measure of student’s overall academic achievement. This measure
is used by all Australian states, except Queensland, which reports
with OP/Rank.
Austudy
Commonwealth Government income support for full-time students
aged 25 years or over, who meet Centrelink eligibility requirements.
Bachelors degree
The first level of study you undertake at university as an
undergraduate student; for example, Bachelor of Science.
Bridging and preparatory courses
Courses that prepare you for university study and/or allow you to
pick up the prerequisites you need to enrol in a degree.
Campus
The location/site where you undertake your studies; a university
is often made up of a number of campuses. Griffith University has
five campuses in South-East Queensland—the Gold Coast, Logan,
Mt Gravatt, Nathan and South Bank.
Combined degrees
Designed to allow you to undertake studies in more than one area
and, on successful completion, be awarded two qualifications in less
time than if you had undertaken the programs separately; sometimes
referred to as double, dual or integrated degrees.
Commonwealth-supported student
A domestic student who is studying in a ‘Commonwealth-supported
place’. The student pays a contribution towards the cost of their
education with the balance funded by the Australian Government.
Contact hours
The number of hours you are expected to attend classes,
for example, lectures, tutorials and workshops.
Continuing education certificate programs
Consist of selected courses from degree programs that are suitable
to upgrade your tertiary entry rank or for personal or vocational
development.
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Course
Formerly known as a subject, this is a unit of study normally
undertaken over one semester, for which a grade is given. Some
other institutions still describe this as a ‘subject’.
Credit for prior study
If you’ve partially or fully completed studies at another institution,
you may be eligible to receive credit towards your Griffith University
degree. This means you may not have to repeat subjects or courses
that you have successfully completed elsewhere.
CP (credit point)
Unit of value that gives the weighting of a course towards the
requirements of an academic program.
Cut-off
The Rank, OP or ATAR at which entry to a particular academic
program cuts off in a particular year.
Degree
An academic program undertaken at university.
Disciplines
Term used for offerings within a study area at Griffith. For example,
Special Education is a discipline within the ‘Education’ study area,
and Nursing is a discipline under ‘Health’.
Electives
Courses that you may elect to undertake from either specific study
areas or general areas of interest, depending on your program
requirements.
FEE-HELP
The Australian Government loan scheme to enable eligible domestic
fee-paying students (undergraduate and postgraduate) to defer
payment of their tuition fees.
Folio
A collection of your personal artistic work required to be submitted
for assessment to gain admission to some of the visual and
performing arts programs.
Full-time study
Enrolment in courses totalling at least 75 per cent of a standard
full-time load in any semester. In most academic programs, this will
be 30 credit points or more (normally three courses).
HECS-HELP
This is the Australian Government loan scheme to enable eligible
Commonwealth-supported students to defer payment of their
Student Contribution Charge.
HELP
Higher Education Loan Program.
Mature age student
Anyone applying for or attending university who is aged 21 or over.
Mid-year enrolment
Some academic programs begin more than once a year. You must
apply for mid-year enrolment by the required closing date.
Non-Award
Miscellaneous individual course (subject) which does not proceed
towards a degree.
OS-HELP
Overseas Higher Education Loan Program. This is the Australian
Government loan which supports offshore study of eligible
domestic students.
Overall position (OP)
A number (1 to 25) that indicates a Year 12 student’s state-wide
rank-order position, based on overall achievement in Board subjects.
Part-time study
Enrolment in courses totalling less than 75 per cent of a standard
full-time load in any semester. A course enrolment load of less than
30 credit points constitutes part-time attendance (that is, normally
two courses).
Postgraduate study
Further university study usually undertaken after completion of an
undergraduate degree; for example, Master of Pharmacy.
Prerequisites
Requirements, apart from OP, Rank or ATAR, that you must complete
to gain admission to a university degree. These are usually expressed
as achievements in particular Year 11 and Year 12 subjects; for
example in Queensland, English (4 Sound Achievement).
Program
A program is an approved course of study leading to an award of
the University. A student is admitted to a program, and on successful
completion of all program requirements is awarded the degree to
which the program relates.
Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC)
Admissions centre that receives and processes all undergraduate
degree applications for universities in Queensland and northern
New South Wales, all Queensland TAFE institutes, the Endeavour
College of Natural Health, the Australian Maritime College in
Tasmania, Christian Heritage College, QANTM, and the Queensland
Institute of Business and Technology.
QTAC preferences
The university programs listed in order of preference from 1 to 6 on
your QTAC application.
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Rank
Tertiary entry rank assigned to students without an OP; and usually
assigned based on previous secondary school, tertiary, bridging and
preparatory studies, tertiary admissions tests or work experience
and qualifications.
Start-up scholarship
University students receiving income support provided through
Youth Allowance, Austudy and ABSTUDY will be entitled to an annual
Student Start-up Scholarship through Centrelink. This includes
university students who are assisted under veterans’ schemes.
Students will need to contact Centrelink for further information.
Student contribution charge
A scheme of the Commonwealth Government by which students
contribute to the cost of their education.
UAC code
Number assigned to a university academic program by UAC to allow
identification of program preferences.
UAC preferences
The university programs listed in order of preference from 1 to 9
on your UAC application.
Undergraduate degree program
Usually the first program of study undertaken at university.
Universities Admissions Centre (UAC)
Admissions centre that receives and processes undergraduate
degree applications for New South Wales and Australian Capital
Territory institutions, as well as Griffith University’s Gold Coast
campus, due to its proximity to the border. Griffith University’s
Gold Coast campus programs are offered through both UAC
and QTAC.
Youth allowance
Commonwealth Government income support for youth, including
full-time students aged 16–24 years, who meet Centrelink
eligibility requirements.
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Queensland Studies Authority:.....................................qsa.qld.edu.au

Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre:...................qtac.edu.au
Commonwealth-supported places at university:....studyassist.gov.au
Centrelink:.........................................................................centrelink.gov.au
Universities Admissions Centre: Applications for Gold Coast preferences only can apply through UAC
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Important note. All information is correct as at April 2012, but is subject to change as program content is reviewed and updated.

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Key dates
Griffith University
Return to Study Open Night (South Bank)............. 17 April 2012
Return to Study Open Night (Gold Coast).............. 18 April 2012
Medicine Information Evening—Brisbane................21 May 2012
Medicine Information Evening—Gold Coast...........23 May 2012
Engineering Information Evening—Nathan..............22 May 2012
Architecture Information Evening................................. 5 June 2012
Engineering Information Evening—Gold Coast........ 6 June 2012
Griffith University Open Day.........................12 August 2012
Queensland Conservatorium
audition applications open until..............................13 August 2012
Logan information evening............................................ August 2012
Queensland Conservatorium auditions............. 24–28 Sep 2012
Return to Study Open Night (South Bank).........9 October 2012
Return to Study Open Night (Gold Coast)....... 10 October 2012
2013 GAMSAT registration opens............................October 2012
Scholarship applications open until..........................Oct/Nov 2012
Options Information Sessions.......................... 18 December 2012
griffith.edu.au
Tertiary expos and applications
Reinvent Your Career Expo...............................24–25 March 2012
Brisbane Careers and Employment Expo...............4–5 May 2012
Gold Coast Careers Expo..............................................10 May 2012
TSXPO (Tertiary Studies Expo)........................... 21–22 July 2012
Adult Tertiary Entrance Expo (ATEE)....................25 August 2012
QTAC on time applications due...................... 28 September 2012
OPs available........................................................ 14 December 2012
Ranks released (those without OP)............... 14 December 2012
ATARs available..................................................... 19 December 2012
QTAC offers released........................................ Dec 2012–Jan 2013
QTAC main offers released.................................... 17 January 2013
To view semester details for 2013 go to
griffith.edu.au/academiccalendar
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