UnitLevel 2Undergraduate

DGN2511 Branding for designers

Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture

DGN2511 Branding for designers is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture, offered in 2027 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Caulfield. It needs DGN1000, COL1001, CDS1001 or IDN1001.

Credit points
6
Offered in 2027
Semester 1, Semester 2
Caulfield
Assessment
No exam
3 tasks

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Requisites

After DGN2511

No unit lists DGN2511 as a prerequisite in the 2027 handbook.

Overview

Branding is an individual’s perception about a product, service, experience or company. It is the meaning behind the narrative and visuals that are instantly recognisable. Branding establishes dialogue, understands the urge to connect and interprets consumer behavioural characteristics. This unit aims to develop your comprehension of the value of branding and the development of brand awareness. Through a process of tutorials and practical studio exercises, you will explore a human centred approach to purpose-driven branding, that inspires action, connects to culture and employs a positive impact on humanity. This unit will enable you to create a brand strategy beyond the creation of a logo and applications. Key branding strategies and analysis will be explored. You will be encouraged to delve into creative brand strategies that engage both established and emerging media. You will learn to comprehend specific language and key terminology associated with branding in an ever changing world. You will also be exposed to significant case studies that are both historic and contemporary and will be able to identify key strategies utilised in the creation of their success.

Offerings in 2027

Teaching periodCampusMode
First semesterCaulfieldOn campus
Second semesterCaulfieldOn campus

Assessment

  • Project 1Project
    30%
  • Project 2Project
    30%
  • Project 3Project
    40%

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Learning outcomes

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

  1. 1

    Utilise and understand key terminology and concepts associated with branding;

  2. 2

    Examine and discuss the historical milestones in the area of branding, including the value of brands in a contemporary consumer culture;

  3. 3

    Engage with the various forms of established and emerging media key to the successful creation of a brand;

  4. 4

    Create a brand strategy beyond the creation of a logo and its applications;

  5. 5

    Critically analyse a range of strategies utilised by existing brands, including competitive landscape analysis, central and distinctive mapping, business model canvas and customer journey mapping.

Workload and teaching

  • Studio activities36 hours
  • Teaching approachActive learning
  • Teaching approachPeer assisted learning

12 hours per week including 3 contact hours plus 9 hours of independent study.

Where it fits

DGN2511 is part of 1 area of study in the 2027 handbook.

Contacts

Chief Examiners
Matt Curry
Dr Myra Thiessen
Unit Coordinators
Kate Mansell
Mr Giosue Prochilo

Common questions

What are the prerequisites for DGN2511?

You need DGN1000, COL1001, CDS1001 or IDN1001 before you enrol; and OHS1000 before or alongside it.

When is DGN2511 offered?

In 2027, DGN2511 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Caulfield.

Does DGN2511 have an exam?

No. DGN2511 has 3 assessment tasks and no exam.

Which majors and minors include DGN2511?

DGN2511 is part of Public relations.

More details

Credit points
6
Level
2
Study level
Undergraduate
Faculty
Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture
Organisational unit
Department of Design
Type
Coursework
EFTSL
0.125
Student contribution
SCA Band 2
Study abroad
Available
Handbook years
20262027