Design Synthesis
Before I started studying first year design at Victoria University, the knowledge of design and art as well as issues surrounding the theory and and practise of design history which I had, was very vague. I had never studied art or design in an academic context and so feel that my knowledge was very fragmented. This course, which I found to be very logically laid out, helped to bring together these separate pieces of knowledge and consolidate my understanding. The topics which we have covered have definitely helped me to form a clearer understanding of what it means to be a designer today, what skills are needed and the different ways of approaching situations. I do not feel like I have already developed my own personal design position, but am aware of the fact that knowledge of the area is essential in the creation of an individual style. I have definitely found this course to be useful, in the way it provided a base knowledge of design themes and issues relevant to design.
