Course Aims
This course provides students with authentic learning experiences to acquire the fundamental theories and concepts of cultural and creative product design, and helps students develop their creative minds, work ethics and various soft skills in communication, teamwork, problem-solving and creative thinking through hands-on practice and interactive learning and teaching activities.
Diversified Learning and Teaching Activities
Lectures and demonstrations, visits to galleries/ art exhibitions, interactions with artists/ designers, field visits in the community, lectures and sharing by professionals, thematic studies, etc.
Professional Recognition
Students will obtain a Qualifications Framework (QF) Level 3 certificate in addition to HKDSE qualification upon successful completion of the course.
I believe cultural and creative design is a process of rethinking the value of traditional crafts from a new perspective. By designing cultural creative products, the power of creativity is used to show and reflect the creativity of craftsmanship.
- Creative Design Thinking and Methods (30 hours)
- Appreciation for Contemporary Design Aesthetics
- Design Thinking
- Creative Thinking in Design Context
- Elementary Prototyping Skills and Materials
- Contextual Design Solutions (30 hours)
- Consideration for Functionality
- Observational Skills and Problem-solving Skills
- Designing Towards a Solution in Response to Contexts
- Intermediate Prototyping Skills and Materials
- Culture and Artistic Expression (40 hours)
- Storytelling in Visual Language, Medium, Materials and Techniques
- Product semantics, Aesthetics and Semiotics
- Form Exploration in Different Design Mediums
- Application of Traditional Craftsmanship and 3D Printing Technology
- Entrepreneurship in Design Fields (20 hours)
- Work Ethics, Intellectual Property and related Regulations in Design Industry
- Introduction to Fabrication and Batch Production
- Brand Image and E-commerce
- Batch Production Materials and Techniques
- Integrated Design Project (60 hours)
- “Lifestyle Products” or “Image Products”
- Thematic Design
- Contextual and Cultural Considerations
- Design Process Documentation Portfolio
- Product Prototype Fabrication
- Presentation of Design Product
- Marketing Strategy
Further Studies
Courses related to jewellery/ accessory design, product design, manufacturing technology, visual communication, fine art, creative arts & culture, cultural studies, etc. For example, there are some related courses offered by the Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi) / Hong Kong Design Institute (HKDI):
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Product DesignHigher Diploma in Product, Furniture and Jewellery Design (Subject Group)Higher Diploma in Design for Event, Exhibition and PerformanceHigher Diploma in Advertising DesignHigher Diploma in Visual Communication DesignHigher Diploma in IllustrationHigher Diploma in Visual Arts and Culture
Employment
Graduates of this course may pursue career in the design industries by taking up entry level positions at the start, e.g. designer assistant, junior product designer, junior jewelry/ accessories designer, furniture designer, product retail assistant, illustrator, startup founders, art studio founders, and business/ social entrepreneurs.
Every Saturday
09:00 – 13:00 OR
14:00 – 18:00
Subject to mutual agreement between the school and the VTC.
- Hong Kong Design Institute (HKDI)
3 King Ling Road, Tseung Kwan O, N.T.
Students are required to attend a group interview or an online interview/ assessment. Selection is based on student’s interest in design, motivation and willingness to learn, aptitude, drawing and design-related skills as well as communication skills.
$20,100 (Course fee is fully subsidised by the EDB.)
Remarks:
- Lessons may also be scheduled during summer holidays.
- Final class venue/ time may be subject to change with respect to the confirmed number of enrolment and other special circumstances.
