Year 9 Design and Visual Communication - Two Terms

In Year 9 students can select the two terms Design and Visual Communication (DVCO) which introduces students to the foundations of design thinking and visual communication. They explore freehand sketching, instrumental drawing, and rendering to communicate ideas creatively. Students begin building spatial awareness, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, which are transferable to all areas of learning and future work.

Students are encouraged to experiment, take creative risks, and reflect on their process. They are introduced to key design principles and start building confidence in presenting ideas, setting a strong foundation for further study.