Kaipara College Kaipara College

L3 Design & Visual Communication

3DVC
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: S. Hale.

Prior Learning & Prerequisites

If you did not take DVC at Level 2 you will need to discuss Discretionary Entry with Mr Cooper and the HoF Technology.


NCEA Level 3 Design & Visual Communication (3DVC)

Design and visual communication focuses on product/spatial design using student-centred design briefs to enhance students ability to conceptualise, develop and communicate design ideas and potential outcomes.

Students will learn skills to effectively communicate ideas using thinking and presentation skills to showcase their design ideas. 

Visual communication refers to the effective communication and presentation of design ideas using modelling and graphic design techniques. Visual communication underpins student’s ability to undertake graphics practice.

Demonstrate understanding of, and skills in, complex visual communication techniques to visually communicate and promote the intent and details of design ideas.

This is a great course to take if you are interested in becoming an Architect, Industrial Designer, Illustrator, Graphic Designer, Film industry/Gaming Designer or any other creative endeavour.



Learning Areas:

2024 NCEA Level 3 Courses, Technology


Assessment Policy & Procedures
Career Pathways

Architect, Landscape Architect, Industrial Designer, Graphic Designer, Surveyor, User Experience Designer, Geospatial Specialist, Urban/Regional Planner, Civil Engineer, Civil Engineering Technician/Draughtsperson, Fashion Designer, Interior Designer, Quantity Surveyor, Graphic Pre-press Worker, Exhibition and Collections Technician, Architectural Technician, Landscaper


Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

Possibly a protective case for winter time and taking home the design work, possibly a decent computer other than a chromebook otherwise none we supply all necessary stationery.


Disclaimer

IMPORTANT: Selection of a course does not guarantee entry into the course. Courses may not run due to low numbers, and timetable clashes may occur. Entry into a course may depend on prior performance in the subject area at the Dean and/or Head of Faculty's discretion. In any of the above listed situations, the student will be consulted about alternative courses during the course confirmation process.