Design, Culture and Society 1

Course aim

To develop students’ understanding of the history and theory of modern design, within its changing cultural and social contexts, and their continuing relevance to design practice today.

Course content

Students will be introduced to a broad knowledge of the social, cultural and technological changes shaping the development of modern design, from the Industrial Revolution up to Post-Modernism. Students will become familiar with key design movements and theories, significant designers, exemplary works of design, and important technological and social changes affecting both every-day life since the mid-nineteenth century and the world of design.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Group presentation, Report, Review

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2A)
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.