11–12Graphics and Multimedia Technology 11–12 Syllabus (2026)

The Graphics and Multimedia Technology 11–12 Syllabus enables students to develop knowledge and understanding of communication principles, digital design processes, technical graphics or multimedia production, and contemporary industry practices. Students apply practical and theoretical knowledge through the design, planning, production and evaluation of graphic and multimedia projects while developing an understanding of emerging technologies, communication practices, sustainability and project management. Students use this knowledge to make informed decisions, solve design and communication problems and produce quality outcomes within their selected specialisation.

Through the study of Graphics and Multimedia Technology 11–12, students:

• develop an understanding of communication principles, design processes and production practices used in contemporary graphic and multimedia contexts
• investigate the application of technical graphics, multimedia production techniques, digital technologies and communication methods, and how these influence project planning and production decisions
• develop knowledge and understanding of project design, management and communication processes used to plan, organise and produce graphic and multimedia projects
• develop an understanding of sustainability, ethical practices, emerging technologies and quality assurance considerations within graphic and multimedia industries
• develop skills in problem-solving, decision-making, project management and evaluation to produce and assess quality graphic and multimedia outcomes.

The Year 11 Graphics and Multimedia Technology course comprises a study of:

• 120 indicative hours across 3 focus areas including:
  • TWO core focus areas: Communication principles and Project design, management and communication
  • ONE specialised focus area: Production processes, to be studied with a focus on either technical graphics OR multimedia.

The specialisation selected in Year 11 (technical graphics OR multimedia) forms the foundation for continued study in Year 12. Students must complete both years of the course using the same specialisation, as the content is designed to develop progressively across both years.

The Year 12 Graphics and Multimedia Technology course comprises:

• 120 indicative hours across 4 focus areas including a study of:
  • TWO core focus areas: Communication practices and Project design, management and communication
  • TWO specialised focus areas: Advanced production processes and Major project, to be studied with the same specialisation (technical graphics OR multimedia) commenced in Year 11
• the completion of a major project in technical graphics OR multimedia.

The specialisation selected in Year 11 (technical graphics OR multimedia) must be continued in Year 12. Students cannot change specialisations between years, as content and skills build sequentially across both years of the course.

The Graphics and Multimedia Technology 11–12 Syllabus embeds practical applications and project work throughout course content. Practical applications allow students to deepen their understanding of course concepts, make connections and apply their knowledge in practical ways.

Project work involves a task, or set of tasks, with defined parameters and timelines. Project work develops students’ skills in designing, problem-solving, evaluating, using technology and communicating.

In Graphics and Multimedia Technology 11–12, practical applications support the development of students’ understanding of course content by:

• providing opportunities for them to develop experience with a range of project types that increase in scope and complexity, preparing them for the completion of the Major project in Year 12
• developing their communication and problem-solving skills in decision-making
• fostering individual interests through student choice and participation in a range of experiences.

Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property (ICIP) protocols and Indigenous Data Sovereignty (IDSov) must be followed when completing practical applications.

Practical applications should be designed to be accessible to all students. Some students with disability may require adjustments to engage in practical applications.

Production processes and applications may be undertaken using assistive technology, including eye gaze technology, screen readers or tactile technology.

Schools are required to ensure they follow Loading  in delivering the Graphics and Multimedia Technology 11–12 Syllabus.