UMD’s 3D Design programme focuses on:

• providing education and training for a range of careers in 3D design.
• providing opportunities for full-time learners to gain a nationally recognised vocationally
  specific qualification to enter employment in 3D design or progress to higher education
  vocational qualifications such as a full-time degree in 3D design or a related area.
• developing the knowledge, understanding and skills of learner in the field of 3D design.
• providing opportunities for learners to focus on the development of higher level skills in a
  3D design context.
• providing opportunities for learners to develop a range of skills and techniques and
  attributes essential for successful performance in working life.
• develop learners’ ability to manage themselves.
• develop learners’ critical awareness and their ability to research and analyse complex
  information.
• develop learners’ skills in communication and presentation.
• develop learners’ ability to handle information.

Academic Calender for 3D Design's Specialised Courses

First Semester:
Visual Recording in Art and Design
Material, Techniques and Processes in Art and Design
Ideas and Concepts in Art and Design
Contextual Influences in Art and Design

Second Semester:
Computers in Art and Design
Graphics for 3D Applications
Computer Modelling
Small-Scale Working
Design for Moving Parts

Third Semester:
Freelance work in Art and Design
Design Principles in Art and Design
Professional Practice in Art and Design
Small-Scale Design
Human Scale Design

Fourth Semester:
Visual Communication in Art and Design
Public Art
Exploring Resistant Materials
Exploring Non-Resistant Materials