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Typography 1
DGN1302
Synopsis
This unit introduces the fundamental principles of typography. You will utilise type both as a communicative and expressive tool. Contemporary and historical methods of typographic production, from print to digital media are examined. You are encouraged to critically analyse and question the relationships between type and meaning, type and language. Emphasis is placed upon the acquisition of skills and knowledge.
Sourced from the Monash Handbook 2026.
Quick facts
- Credit points
- 6
- Level
- 1
- Audience
- Undergraduate
- Type
- Coursework
- School
- Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture
- Faculty
- Department of Design
- Handbook year
- 2026
Prerequisites
No prereqs in the handbook graph.
What it unlocks (1)
- Typography 2DGN2304
Offerings (2)
- First semesterCaulfield · ON-CAMPUS
- Second semesterCaulfield · ON-CAMPUS