Billy Blue School of Graphic Arts
General Info
The Billy Blue School of Graphic Arts began in 1987 to
train people like you for careers in the exciting world of communication and
multimedia design. We use our extensive industry knowledge to provide an
educational environment which mirrors how design and advertising agencies
operate.
Students come from Australia and all over the world to benefit from a
dynamic creative environment where they are trained to meet industry
demands. We prepare students, both with the practical skills - in the fields
of communication design, advertising, publishing, packaging, and multimedia
design - and the formal qualifications they need to launch successful
communication and multimedia design careers worldwide.
Graphic Arts Courses:
- Design Fundamentals (Certificate II) - 18 weeks*
- Certificate IV in Communication Design - Year 1
- Advanced Diploma in Communication Design - Year 2
- Bachelor of Design (Communication Design or Multimedia Design) awarded by
Swinburne University - Year 3
(*Design Fundamentals can either be taken as a short,
stand-alone course in the basics of communication design or used as an entry
point to the main course pathway by students who are unable to meet the
Entry Requirements for the Certificate IV)
You can choose either the Communication Design or Multimedia Design stream,
depending on which creative area you wish to qualify and establish your
career in.
Billy Blue School of Graphic Arts provides a flexible entry and exit study
pathway - you can enter at the level appropriate to your academic background
and experience, and exit once you have attained your desired qualification.
Graphic Arts Course Dates & Fees
(2004):
Course intakes: February & July
Next courses commence: 19 July 2004 (26 July for Design Fundamentals)
Course fees:
- Design Fundamentals: A$7850 (+ A$350 Art Kit)
- Year 1:Certificate IV in Communication Design: A$15700 (+ A$880 Art Kit)
- Year 2: Advanced Diploma in Communication Design: A$14100
- Year 3: Bachelor of Design (Communication Design or Multimedia Design):
A$16600
Entry Requirements (1st Year):
- High School graduation
- IELTS 6.0 (Academic)
- Design Portfolio (6-10 pieces of recent creative work)
Design Portfolio
Ideally, this should include both computer work and free drawing/painting
samples so we can assess your range of skills, but you are welcome to
include anything which you feel represents your interests and abilities. For
example, some applicants provide samples of artistic photography, ceramics,
fashion designs, sculptures or models together with their computer and free
drawing work.
Choose samples which you think best represent your individual creative
ability and interests.
The safest and most convenient way to provide your portfolio is on CD.
If you cannot provide a portfolio at this stage, we recommend that you first
enrol in our 18-week Design Fundamentals program which will equip you with
basic design skills and knowledge and a portfolio.
Graphics Arts International Application form:
Recognition of Prior Learning
If you wish to apply for Credits you will need to
submit academic transcripts and Subject Descriptions for all relevant
studies with your Application.
If you wish to apply for RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning) you will need
to submit a resume and/or work references outlining your relevant
experience in as much detail as possible with your Application.
Our Head of School will assess these transcripts and other materials in
relation to the units of study in the course you are applying for, and you
will be advised of any credits or RPL you are eligible for.
Location
We are located in the heart of leafy North Sydney,
just a few minutes across the Sydney Harbour Bridge from downtown Sydney.
Billy Blue Group includes William Blue International
Hotel Management School, Billy Blue School of Graphic Arts and Billy Blue
English School all in the one campus.
Accommodation
We can arrange for you:
- homestay with an Australian family (within 30 minutes by public transport
from our School)
- other accommodation on request (guesthouses, lodges, apartments, hostels,
hotels)
Fees:
Placement fee – A$200
Homestay – A$215 per week (single room)
(A$240 per week – 16 & 17 years)
We also arrange Airport transfer for A$99 one way.
Visa information
Student Visa holders are able, once they have
commenced their studies in Australia, to apply for Work Permission. Our
Reception staff will assist you with documents for this application.
A Student Visa with Work Permission allows you to work up to 20 hours per
week in part-time, casual work, provided all the attendance (minimum 80%)
and coursework requirements of the course of study are met.
For current information on students visas to Australia, see the Australian
Immigration website:
www.immi.gov.au - or
contact your nearest Australian Embassy or Consulate to ensure that you are
able to satisfy student visa application requirements, before you proceed
with your plans for study in Australia.
Hope to see you soon at Billy Blue!!
