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What do you learn?

In DVC you will develop your ability to;

Sketch and draw
Render
Design
Innovate
Model
Use Computer Aided Design
Trial and test ideas
Resolve design based problems

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You will also develop many skills that transfer to other areas of study and work;

Research skills
Analysis, critical thinking and evaluation skills
Problem solving/risk-taking
Communication skills
Creative vision
Independence
Organisation
Time-management

What else is involved?

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What will I study?

There is a range of design disciplines that you may study including;

Product Design
Spatial Design (Interior and Architectural)
Landscape (Environmental) Architecture

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P R O D U C T ...

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S P A T I A L (interior and exterior)...

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M O D E L L I N G ...

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L A N D S C A P E ...

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COMPUTER AIDED D E S I G N . . .

Y E A R 1 0

Y E A R 1 1

Y E A R 1 2 & 1 3

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What could DVC lead to in the future?

Product Design

Furniture Design

Lighting Design

Industrial Design

Architecture

Urban Planning

Engineering

Civil Engineering

Graphic Design

Advertising

Packaging Design

Textile Design

Branding

Interior Design

Project Management

Jewellery Design

Fashion Design

Set Design

Landscape Design

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How do I get there?

Two optional pathways at Year 10;

DVC

Y10

DVC

Y11

DVC

Y12

DVC

Y13

DVC

Rangitoto Diploma

NCEA LEVEL 2

NCEA LEVEL 3

Scholarship

Y10

IDD

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Is it the right course for me?

Think carefully about your future pathways;

Choose subjects that interest you
Keep your career options open
Do you meet subject requirements for further study at school and beyond?
Does the course suit your abilities?

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Costs and Equipment...

The course cost of $45 covers the cost of DVC materials, such as paper and modelling basics. Students are expected to come to lessons equipped with drawing tools – pencils, ruler, a quality compass, eraser, quality colour pencils, an A3 carry case and an A3 clear file is also required.

Students can purchase the Year 11 DVC kit, online or in store through the College’s Art Stationery Supplier – Office Max. In addition, there is a compulsory course cost of $45. Each DVC kit contains the basic equipment required for the course.

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Qualifications...

There are a range of assessed achievement standards taught throughout the course:

YEAR 11 DESIGN & VISUAL COMMUNICATION Rangitoto Diploma COURSE OVERVIEW
11.3 (Term 1)	Develop product or spatial design ideas informed by the consideration of people	5 credits	Internal
11.1 (Term 2)	Generate product or spatial design ideas using visual communication techniques in response to design influences	5 credits	Internal
11.2 (Term 3)	Use representation techniques to visually communicate own product or spatial design outcome	5 credits	Internal

Please refer to the course outline, as issued to you at the beginning of 2026, from your DVC Teacher.

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YEAR 11 DVC...

YEAR 11 DESIGN & VISUAL COMMUNICATION
Course Content	Students will be taught the relevant knowledge and skills for each topic and will then apply these within the context of related design briefs (presentation, product and spatial design). Students compile a portfolio of selected work for each assessment. Internals are assessed by teaching staff. **Total credits available is subject to change.
Course Assessments	Internal Standards = 3		TOTAL Standards = 3
	15 credits		15 credits
Numeracy / Literacy Credits	Numeracy	NCEA Literacy	UE Literacy
	Nil	TBC	N.A.
Entry Requirements	Nil
Course Costs	Materials cost of $45 – covers paper, cardboard and use of craft knives, metal rulers, model-making supplies and marker pens.

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YEAR 12 DVC...

LEVEL 2 (YEAR 12) DESIGN & VISUAL COMMUNICATION
Course Content	This course progresses from Year 11 DVC. Students continue to build their skills, knowledge and understanding; responding to a range of briefs related to the main areas of study. Students compile a portfolio of selected work for external assessment. Internals are assessed by teaching staff. Students may wish to enter Scholarship, upon teacher consultation. *Total credits available is subject to change.
Course Assessments	Internal Standards = 3	External Standards = 1	TOTAL Standards = 4
	15 credits	3 credits	18 credits
Numeracy / Literacy Credits	Numeracy	NCEA Literacy	UE Literacy
	Nil	9	Nil
Entry Requirements	Students must have a GPA of 0.3 or better in Year 11 DVC. HOD approval may be given to suitable students. *Scholarship is optional and may be undertaken throughout the year and involves working at a higher academic level. These standards may change from year-to-year.
Course Costs	Materials cost of $45 – covers paper, cardboard and use of craft knives, metal rulers, model-making supplies and marker pens.

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YEAR 13 DVC...

LEVEL 3 (YEAR 13) DESIGN & VISUAL COMMUNICATION and Scholarship
Course Content	This course progresses from Level 2 DVC. Students continue to build their skills, knowledge and understanding; responding to a range of briefs related to the main areas of study. Students compile a portfolio of selected work for external assessment. Internals are assessed by teaching staff. Students may wish to enter Scholarship, upon teacher consultation. *Total credits available is subject to change.
Course Assessments	Internal Standards = 2	External Standards = 1	TOTAL Standards = 3
	12 credits	4 credits	16 credits
Numeracy / Literacy Credits	Numeracy	NCEA Literacy	UE Literacy
	Nil	Nil	Nil
Entry Requirements	Students must have gained at least 14 credits (Achieved) or better in Level 2 DVC. *Scholarship is optional and may be undertaken throughout the year and involves working at a higher academic level. These standards may change from year-to-year.
Course Costs	Materials cost of $45 – covers paper, cardboard and use of craft knives, metal rulers, model-making supplies and marker pens.

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