Design Science (Illumination Design)
| Course Duration (full time): Credit points for completion: Commencing semesters: |
1.5 years 72 in total (core, option and elective units) Semester 01 Semester 02 |
What is this course about?
Lighting design concerns the creation of interior and exterior spaces for work and pleasure. It is a vital part of architecture and interior design. This program is one of only a few in the world. Its emphasis is on producing competent lighting designers by introducing you to the multidisciplinary background of lighting knowledge. This forms the basis of the design process that follows. This program runs on a 2 year cycle, the next cycle starts in 2011.
Who should take this course?
This is a professional program for architects, interior designers, engineers, ergonomists and related professionals who wish to develop expertise in illumination.
Professional membership
Successful completion of the masters coursework program will qualify you for full membership of the Illuminating Engineering Society of Australia and New Zealand, subject to the required practical experience.
Program Director: Wendy Davis
Admission Requirements
Masters and Graduate Diploma applicants should hold a bachelors degree. Graduate Certificate applicants should hold a bachelors degree or possess experience which is considered to demonstrate the knowledge and aptitude required to undertake the course.
Commencing in July Semester
This course runs on a two year cycle. Starting in March 2011 provides a much more satisfying course of study. For more information about the course cycle, please contact Anne-Marie Leo on 02 9351 2686 or
International Students
- Master of Design Science (Illumination) (CC048 single stream - 72 credit points course) is only offered to International Students in March semester in an odd year (ie. 2011, 2013)
- Master of Design Science (Illumination)(CC148 secondary stream) (double stream– 96 credit points course) is only offered to International Student in March semester in an odd or even year.
- There is no entry for July semester for international students.
- Graduate Certificate in Design Science (Illumination) and Graduate Diploma in Design Science (Illumination) (CG048) are not offered to international students.
Course structure
Total credit points required
| Qualification |
Core |
Option |
Elective |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Illumination Design |
36 |
18 |
18 |
72 |
| Graduate Diploma |
36 |
06 | 06 |
48 |
| Graduate Certificate |
24 |
00 |
00 |
24 |
| SEMESTER 1 | SEMESTER 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
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CORE |
CORE |
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| Lighting Design | 12 | Light Sources and Luminaires (2013) | 6 |
| Daylight in Buildings | 6 | The Visual Field and Human Factors (2013) | 6 |
| Vision and Visual Perception (2013) | 6 | ||
| Photometric and Colorimetric Concepts and Mensuration (2013) |
6 | ||
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OPTIONAL |
OPTIONAL |
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| Introduction to Building Services | 6 | Theatre and Performance Lighting (2013) | 6 |
| Lighting Design Software | 6 | Project Management | 6 |
| Lighting Design Masterclass | 6 | Graduate Internship | 6 |
| Electrical Services | 6 | Energy Management in Buildings | 6 |
| Lighting Photography (2013) | 6 | ||
| Financial Decision Making | 6 | ||
| Graduate Internship | 6 | ||
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ELECTIVE |
ELECTIVE |
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Students are also encouraged to choose electives from any graduate program. CURRENT CLASS TIMETABLES |
Students are also encouraged to choose electives from any graduate program. CURRENT CLASS TIMETABLES |
Student works
Below, you can see some examples of work created by students previously enrolled in this course.
Examples of recent Student work at the Sydney Vivid Festival:
Student work in the 2011 Lighting Photography Elective
Click here to view more works from students undertaking this course.
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Bo Stieber's Work
Restaurant: Kushin-Bo Japanese Restaurant in Suntec City, Singapore, Lighting by Bo Steiber, Bo Steiber Lighting Design, Singapore. Bar Counter: Ole' Sports Bar, Mumbai, India, Lighting by Bo Steiber, Bo Steiber Lighting Design, Singapore.
How to apply
Visit the Admissions page for more information on how to apply for this course.
Just want to study one unit of study as professional development?
Visit the CPD page for more information on Professional Development courses.
Career Profile
Peter Koulos
How did you find out about the Illumination Design course?
The company I work for has been promoting and encouraging both graduate and more senior engineers to carry out the Masters of Design Science course as part of their professional development. With a keen interest in lighting design, I identified there were a number of relevant subjects under the Illumination stream that would benefit me and increase my knowledge in this subject. I actually applied for and was awarded the Klaus Englehardt Memorial scholarship which covered my attendance to the graduate certificate component of the Illumination Design course. The way the course was structured allowed me to develop and expand my understanding of lighting design and how lighting is much more than pointing or positioning luminaires in a space. The elements of surfaces, texture, contrast, visual perception and quality of lighting are emphasised within the course together with teaching the technical details of luminaire and lighting design.
Enquiries
For current student and application progress enquiries, please contact the Student Administration Centre:
Ph: +61 2 9351 3248.
For enquiries regarding program content and application procedures please contact: