Design and Technology is also referred to as Industrial Technology and Design (ITD) or Manual Arts, and includes Graphics. Design and Technology is a practically based area of study involving design, with a focus on wood, metal and plastics processing; computer aided design and manufacture; electronics; and engineering. Graphics encompasses the various ways of presenting information in graphic form. It is recommended that you specialise in Design and Technology and Graphics.
Qualified teachers in Design and Technology are in great demand within schools in Queensland. Widespread shortages of qualified teachers give graduates good employment prospects throughout Australia and in many other countries.
Why study at Griffith?
- We have the longest standing Design and Technology teacher education program in Queensland. A proven track record.
- Take a tour of the best facilities and resources of any Australian university.
- We have the most experienced and internationally recognised teaching staff in this area in Australia.
- You will have student experiences that prepare you for secondary teaching. Hear from our graduates who talk about the highlights of studying Design and Technology at Griffith University.
Study pathways
Undergraduate
Postgraduate
- Graduate Diploma of Education Secondary (Mt Gravatt)
- Graduate Certificate in Industrial Technology and Design (Mt Gravatt)