KRB131 Lighting Design for Creative Arts


This unit will not be available for enrolment until 2027. Details including the unit outline and fee information will be available from October 2026.

Unit code:KRB131
Assumed Knowledge:Some discipline specific knowledge is preferred for students to best understand how light can be used within their area.
Credit points:12
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Kelvin Grove
Semester 2
The unit focuses on the creative application of light in creative practice. From live performance, screen, exhibitions, installations, and more, this unit will introduce you to the fundamentals of lighting design practice and approaches. You will explore a range of lighting practices and learn how to apply essential lighting techniques. You will investigate how to use light to convey meaning and create atmosphere, while also learning how to light bodies, materials and spaces. This unit would complement any creative discipline that requires or curates light, such as Acting, Drama, Music, Visual Art, Film, Screen & Animation, Music, Dance, Fashion, Interaction Design, Architecture, and Interior Design.