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CUF50701 – Diploma of Multimedia

Course overview

This course is designed to provide an introduction to multimedia and the multimedia industry. You will obtain skills in a variety of multimedia software and gain knowledge of the multimedia industry. This is a great entry-level course for beginners in multimedia who have basic computer knowledge.

What qualifications will I receive?

When you successfully complete the course, you will be awarded the Diploma of Multimedia. This course is nationally recognised as part of the Australian Qualifications Framework.

What skills will I have when I complete this course?

You will have high-level skills in the multimedia industry.

What employment opportunities will I have?

After this course, you can continue on to higher levels of study or apply for higher-level technical, design and managerial duties in digital media industries.  Some of the types of jobs could include: Multimedia Developer, 2D Animator, Digital Video Editor, Multimedia Consultant, Sound Engineer, Web Developer, Web Designer, managing small projects.

What opportunities for further studies will I have?

You will be eligible to apply for higher level courses, such as the Advanced Diploma of Multimedia. Successful completion of the Diploma of Multimedia can also provide excellent pathways to tertiary study including credit transfers for some units in the Qantm Degree programs.

How long is the course?

Approximately 23 months of part-time study (7-10 hours per week).  Full-time study is also available for Centrelink-assisted students – please ask for a full-time timetable when enrolling.

Where and how can I study?

This course is delivered online and allows you to study from any location worldwide, at the times that suit you best, and is ideally suited to full-time work commitments or school students. The online course is flexible and is self-managed.

How much does the course cost?

$6200 if whole course paid upfront, $6762 if paid unit-by-unit.  Some units may also require you to purchase a textbook.

What hardware/software do I need?

You will need to have access to a computer and the required software, with internet access.  Please download the hardware/software list.  Upon enrolment, you will receive a confirmation letter which should assist you in obtaining educational discounts from hardware and software retailers.

Lab access may also be available if you are able to access our campuses in Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane – contact online@qantmcollege.edu.au for further details.

How will I be assessed?

A mixture of exercises, quizzes and assessment will be used.  Assessments are uploaded to Qantm Online and feedback is returned to you via email.  This qualification requires you to show that you are competent in all parts of the course.

How do I apply?

There are no set educational requirements to apply for this course. You can apply if you are at least 18 years or have finished year 12 or equivalent. You should have a basic familiarity with computers.

Download the enrolment form and return it to us via mail, fax or in person.  Alternatively you can email a scanned copy to online@qantmcollege.edu.au.

Course Units

CUFGEN01A Develop and Apply Industry Knowledge

CUEOHS1A Implement Health, Safety and Security Procedures

CUFMEM14A Create, Manipulate and Incorporate 2D Graphics

CUFADM02A Address Copyright

CUFIMA03A Create 2D Digital Animation

CUSSOU24A Edit Sound Using Computerised Digital Equipment/Systems

CUFMEM13A Incorporate, Design and Edit Digital Video

CUFWRT05A Write Content and/or Copy

CUFMEM07A Apply Principles of Visual Design/Communication to the Development of a Web Product

ICAITU126B Use Advanced Features of Computer Applications

CUSMAR01A Promote products and services

Production Project

CUFMEM02A Author a Multimedia Product

CUFMEM03A Integrate and Use a Scripting Language

CUSGEN03A Collaborate with Colleagues in Planning and Producing a Project

CUFMEM05A Manage Multimedia Assets

Showreel Project

CUFEDT01A Make Creative and Technical Editing Decisions

CUSADM03A Manage a Project

Design Project

CUFMEM04A Test a Multimedia Product

CUFMEM10A Design and Create a Multimedia Interface

CUFMEM11A Design the Navigation for a Multimedia Product

ICPMM61DA Prepare Multimedia for Different Platforms