ACG702 - Design for the Physical World
| Year: | 2026 unit information |
|---|---|
| Enrolment modes: | Trimester 2: Burwood (Melbourne), Online 2026 is the final year of offer for this unit |
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Prerequisite: | Nil |
| Corequisite: | Nil |
| Incompatible with: | ADD207 |
| Study commitment: | Students will on average spend 150-hours over the teaching period undertaking the teaching, learning and assessment activities for this unit. |
| Scheduled learning activities - campus: | 1 x 2-hour on-campus seminar per week |
| Scheduled learning activities - online: | 1 x 1-hour online seminar per week plus asynchronous online based activities |
Content
This unit introduces students to the field of branded environments, focusing on the role of experiential communication design in shaping how people navigate, interpret, and engage with physical and cultural spaces. Emphasis is placed on the development and application of iconography, wayfinding systems, and environmental graphics, considering their historical evolution and relevance within contemporary visual communication practices. Through research-led inquiry, students will critically examine how design mediates experience in commercial and public contexts, responding to real-world challenges with innovative strategies and conceptually grounded solutions.
Unit fee information
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How to apply
Apply for this unit via the Deakin Applicant Portal using the unit code. You’ll receive an email confirming your place. To apply for multiple units in the same trimester, submit one application; for different trimesters, submit separate applications.