09 Design

Year 9: 1 Semester / The Arts

Australian Curriculum Website: https://v9.australiancurriculum.edu.au/f-10-curriculum/learning-areas/dance_drama_media-arts_music_visual-arts/year-9

Pre-Requisite: Nil

SUBJECT OVERVIEW

In this course, students will be introduced to the world of design, exploring its relevance to both product creation and career pathways. Through a series of visual communication projects, students will engage in the design process—from research and conceptual drawing to digital production and evaluation. They will develop skills in both hand-drawing and digital design using Adobe Creative Cloud programs such as InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop. Students will work to a set brief, produce a final product, and reflect critically on their creative process. Historical and contemporary design movements will also be explored to inform and inspire their work.

Topics may include

Principles and elements of design: Zine (product)
Adobe InDesign/Illustrator/Photoshop tutorials
Graphic design
Design movements
Environmental design
Illustration
Fashion design
Zine production
Reflection and evaluation
Design and arts-specific language and analysis

ASSESSMENT

Students are assessed against the Visual Arts Australian Curriculum achievement standards:

Folio of development relating to design brief and process
Practical products
Visual study: analysis of design features and history of design
Reflection and/or evaluation of others and own design practice

Additional Information

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Last Updated: July 2025

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