Young Scholars Workshop Application
Design Pressure Test
QUT Gardens Point Campus
Saturday, August 3
Dear Young Scholars,
We have an exciting opportunity for all our Young Scholars to
participate in a workshop delivered at the J block Workshop of
QUT School of Design. This will appeal to those of you who are
challenged by art and design technology (with a real world engineering application). During this specialist
full-day workshop, you will be working in collaboration with lecturers and students in Fashion, Interior
Design and Architecture from the QUT Creative Industries Faculty. This challenging workshop will be
reflective of the style of learning that takes place both at the Queensland Academy for Creative Industries
and within the university setting itself.
Venue:
Queensland University of Technology, Gardens Point Campus
Students are to meet 15 minutes prior to the start of their workshop at QUT, adjacent
to parliament House
2 George Street, Brisbane QLD 4001
Date:
Saturday August 3, 2013
Time & Duration:
8:30am - 3:30pm
Cost:
$150
Equipment:
It is a mandatory requirement to wear fully enclosed shoes (no open toe sandals).
Please bring an A4 or A3 sketch pad, pencils and markers. Please also bring your
own lunch and drink items and of course an enthusiasm for design!
Closing Date:
Friday, July 26, 2013 (unless the workshop fills earlier as it is strictly limited to 25
students)
Design Pressure Test
(Years 5 – 9)
Frank Gehry, an American architect, made design
history in 1972 when he designed a curvy modern
furniture range out of cardboard... What can you
create?
The pressure test of both time and weight is on!
With design criteria of ‘Aesthetics’, ‘Ergonomics’,
‘Structure’, ‘Concept’ and ‘Environmental Impact’,
the judging panel will have a tough job to choose a
winner!
Exciting furniture design under pressure, assisted
by experienced design mentors, in inspiring
university design facilities. If you are up for the
challenge enrol in this Creative Industries ‘hot
house’ now! This workshop will be filmed for the
television show ‘Totally Wild’.
Young Scholars Workshop Application
QUT Gardens Point Campus
Saturday August 3
Presenters:
Natalie Wright is an Interior Designer with 18 years of international commercial practice experience. She is
a National Director of the Design Institute of Australia and currently works as a Lecturer in Interior Design at
Creative Industries Faculty, QUT, while studying for a PhD. Natalie’s research is focused around socially
responsible design, and investigating the modelling of design led innovation approaches across secondary
and tertiary education sectors. In 2008 and 2010 Natalie received a Dean’s Award for Excellence for
Engagement with the Community, and in 2009 a Vice Chancellor’s Performance Award for design-based
project leadership.
Dean Brough lectures in fashion studio practice at Creative Industries Faculty, QUT. Dean’s creative
practice has won a prestigious Design Institute of Australia Award and his design work has been exhibited
at venues such as the Queensland Art Gallery, Mercedes Benz Fashion Festival, and numerous galleries in
Australia. Dean is investigating the critical role fashion can play in determining sun-safe practices for
adolescents. He has been awarded a Vice-Chancellor’s Distinguished Teaching Award (team) and received
several prestigious awards for excellence in fashion teaching.
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Young Scholars Workshop Application
QUT Gardens Point Campus
Saturday August 3
Please complete this electronic form and return to the Queensland Academies Admissions Office via email to
qays@deta.qld.gov.au by 4:00pm – Friday July 26
STUDENT DETAILS
Surname
Current School (2013)
Given
Names
Current Year Level (2013)
Date of Birth
/
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Gender:
Male
Female
MEDICAL CONSENT
This is to be filled in by a Parent or Guardian of any student attending the program. The information contained herein is required by medical
practioners in the event of a student requiring treatment. It is important for the wellbeing of the student that this is completed fully and accurately. All
information is held in confidence. Please advise the Queensland Academies immediately if there are any changes.
Medicare Card Number
Medicare Card Expiry
Date
Has your child had:
(a)
Tetanus booster in the last 12 months
(b)
Heart problems
(c)
(d)
Respiratory problems (e.g. asthma)
Allergies (incl. food, drugs, ointments)
(e)
(f)
Diabetes
Blood pressure
(g)
(h)
Recent operations
Epilespy
(i)
Recent illness
(j)
(j)
Phobias
Is your child on any medication
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Private Medical
Insurance
Insurance Membership #
YES
NO
Notes
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Young Scholars Workshop Application
QUT Gardens Point Campus
Saturday August 3
Please return the completed form by Friday July 26, to:
The Admissions Officer
Queensland Academies
PO Box 904
Toowong DC QLD 4066
Fax: 07 3377 9301
Email: qays@deta.qld.gov.au
PAYMENT OPTIONS
The total Workshop Fee is $150.00 Please note that this fee is only refundable in exceptional circumstances to be
confirmed by the Queensland Academies Office.
Credit Card (Preferred Payment Option)
Payment for:
Queensland Academies Young Scholars Workshops Design Pressure Test
NB. Payment of annual membership fee is required to attend any Young Scholars event.
Workshop Charge:
$150.00
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Primary Contact Email Address:
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Payable to:
EDUCATION QUEENSLAND
(No other payee can be accepted)
** If paying by Cheque or Money Order – please send in your payment by the application closing date.
Privacy Statement:
Queensland Academies is collecting personal information on this document in order to process the applicant’s application.
This form will be securely stored within the Administration Office(s) of the Queensland Academies.
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