The Associate Degree in Design (Furniture) provides students with the skills to create innovative and original furniture designs, grounded in design methods, manufacturing technologies, and processes influenced by cultural and social factors. This course combines real-life industry projects and design theory, emphasizing hands-on production to create sustainable, contemporary furniture. Students learn to explore contemporary, cultural, and environmental aspects of professional furniture design practice, equipping them to design furniture products that are both modern and sustainable.
Entry requirements for the Associate Degree in Design (Furniture) vary depending on the institution but generally include completion of Year 12 with a minimum ATAR, VET pathway courses or prior experience.
If you don't meet the standard entry criteria, enquire with a course provider to discuss alternative entry pathways.
Course fees vary depending on the course provider.
The Associate Degree in Design (Furniture) will prepare you for the following roles.
A Furniture Designer creates plans for furniture pieces. You might design individual or custom-made pieces or develop designs for mass production....
A Product Designer creates new products for their own business or on behalf of an organisation. Products may meet a specific need or have a unique...
An Interior Designer creates overall looks for indoor environments in a range of settings. You’ll liaise with clients to understand their needs and...
A Design Assistant works for a fashion designer or for a fashion label to help produce garments and collections. You’ll collaborate with designers...
A Visual Merchandiser prepares displays of products in a retail environment. You might market new products, create seasonal displays or display mer...
A Draftsperson is responsible for creating technical drawings used for construction or manufacturing purposes. Their designs are used to develop va...
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