Object Design (UCP)

Object Design (UCP)
| 🎓Course Type | Pre-tertiary University Connections Program |
|---|---|
| TASC Code | FSF104 |
| TCE Points | 15 |
| ⏱Hours | 150 |
| ✔️Standard | NA |
| 📚Prerequisites | Excellent progress in Design and Production or an equivalent subject. |
📎Desirable prior experiences | A keen interest in chosen specialisation and design. |
| 📝Assessment | External assessment through UTAS. |
Object Design (Computer Graphics) is not offered in 2028
Object Design Textiles and Design Technology are offered in 2027 and in 2028
What will I learn?
- Design practice and processes
- Production skills
- Designers and their approach to design problems
- Exposure to a University symposium
Learning activities may include:
- Attending a symposium with designer talks and workshops at UTAS
- Working at school on the design and development of an object that addresses the design brief
- Technical instruction and mentoring from a university mentor to support the design and making of your design response
- Exhibiting work in a public exhibition
- Producing a journal reflecting your design development
- Writing a designer’s statement about your work
As Object Design enrolments begin partway through Term 1, all students wishing to participate must initially enrol in Design and Production (Wood or Textiles) or Computer Graphics & Design Level 3 before eventually transferring to Object Design.
Important Note: Students may only study Object Design once over Year 11/12.
Why should I consider this course?
- This program is offered as part of the University of Tasmania’s University Connections Program and counts towards your TCE & ATAR
- Begin a university course whilst still at school
- For more information, please visit the UTAS website
What Skills does this course provide?
- Design development in response to a brief
- Documenting design processes in a journal
- Technical skills in working with the materials and finishes for an object
- Producing a finished designed object
What Pathway Options does this course provide?
Successful completion of this subject may give you the opportunity to gain credit towards a future UTAS course.




