Arts and Craft Courses
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CUA31120
Work alongside a professional photographer or just indulge your personal creativity and love of photography with the CUA31120 Certificate III in Visual Arts. This nationally recognised training cou...
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Art Studio Assistant
Artist
Design Assistant
Fashion Design Assistant
Painter
Beginner courses
If you're new to arts and craft, these courses are a great place to start.
CUA10320
Online, On Campus
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Sculptor
Painter
Artist
Potter
Art Studio Assistant
Production Assistant
Junior Graphic Designer
Performing Arts Technician
Are you considering a career in the visual arts? The CUA10320 - Certificate I in Visual Arts is a great way to get started. This nationally recognised qualification develops your drawing techniques and creative ideas, plus teaches you how to use a range of digital technologies and art industry software. The course begins with workplace safety and communication essentials, then allows you to specialise in a number of interest areas including: textiles, painting, indigenous art, furniture, metal and plastics. Sound good? Enquire now for the list of study units (and their availability) as well as training providers who deliver this course..
Average duration: 6 months.
CUA20415
On Campus
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Potter
Artist
Painter
Sculptor
The Certificate II in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Arts (CUA20415) is a 6-month course for ATSI students with a keen interest in visual arts and indigenous culture. You’ll be gaining a greater understanding of your own sense of identity and how to project that into a creative arts practice — at the same time gaining practical skills in drawing, design, and painting. Graduate with a small body of creative work to sell or display.
Enquire now for a list of study options and the opportunity for subsidised training..
Average duration: 6 months.
CUA20720
Online, On Campus
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Performing Arts Technician
Design Assistant
Junior Graphic Designer
Production Assistant
Fashion Design Assistant
Art Studio Assistant
Explore the visual arts and develop real artistry skills with the Certificate II in Visual Arts (CUA20720). Whether for work or personal interest, this nationally recognised training course will have you painting, drawing, and printmaking at a professional level. The course teaches basic drawing techniques and how to follow a design process — you’ll graduate with a solid creative practice and a group of completed projects you can be proud of.
Enquire now for the list of training dates and opportunities for enrolment..
Average duration: 6 months.
CUA31120
Online, On Campus, Distance
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Possible job outcomes:
Design Assistant
Performing Arts Technician
Production Assistant
Fashion Design Assistant
Art Studio Assistant
Potter
Artist
Painter
Sculptor
Work alongside a professional photographer or just indulge your personal creativity and love of photography with the CUA31120 Certificate III in Visual Arts. This nationally recognised training course will help you develop a creative arts practice and teach you how to produce commercial grade photographs. Over 6 months you will be: exploring the use of colour, extending your critical thinking skills, producing digital images, producing prints, using wet darkroom techniques to produce monochrome photographs.
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Average duration: 6 months.
MEM30605
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Jeweller
Jewellery Designer
Learn to design and manufacture jewellery with the Certificate III in Jewellery Manufacture (MEM30605). This is a 3 year course and can be used to support a nationally recognised apprenticeship in jewellery making. You’ll graduate knowing how to design jewellery using both computing technologies and technical drawing, as well as work with molten metals, glass, gemstones, and metal casting.Enquire now to discuss course availability and enrollment opportunities..
Average duration: 36 months.
CUA30720
Online, On Campus
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Painter
Artist
Art Studio Assistant
Production Assistant
Junior Graphic Designer
Junior Animator
The CUA30720 Certificate III in Design Fundamentals will boost your career in photography, graphic design, and desktop publishing. Over 6 months you will learn the fundamentals of colour, drawing, digital imagery and the production of 2D and 3D images — graduating with a nationally recognised qualification and ready to work in a photography or design role. Enquire now to discuss your study options..
Average duration: 6 months.
CUA40620
On Campus
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Potter
Artist
Painter
Sculptor
Embrace your ancestry and cultural identity with the CUA40620 Certificate IV in Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Cultural Arts. It’s a nationally recognised training course that teaches you how to establish yourself as an artist and build a commercial practice. The course covers: drawing, painting, art history and theory, textiles, prints, stencilling, colour theory and design.
Enquire now for the next opportunities for enrolment — you must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent to enrol in this qualification..
Average duration: 12 months.
CUA51120
Online, On Campus
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Sculptor
Painter
Artist
Potter
Art Studio Assistant
Fashion Design Assistant
Performing Arts Technician
Design Assistant
Illustrator
The CUA51120 Diploma of Visual Arts supports your career in photography, ceramics, painting, digital art, printmaking, sculpting, and fashion — or for further developing your creative hobbies and artistic interests. It’s the perfect blend of creative arts history, theory, and practice. Over 12 months you’ll be refining your practical skills across a range of mediums, plus realising and presenting a body of your own creative work. Even better, you’ll have the opportunity to join an international study tour to the world’s artistic hotspots such as Milan, Paris, New York, Shanghai, Hong Kong.
Enquire now for the list of study choices and details of the portfolio submission required at enrolment. .
Average duration: 12 months.
CUA50720
Online, On Campus
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UI Designer
UX Designer
Website Designer
Brand Designer
Art Director
Graphic Designer
Visual Designer
Become a professional graphic designer and gain advanced design and visual representation skills with the CUA50720 Diploma of Graphic Design. Studying online and in the classroom you will be researching visual communication history and theory — as well as learning how to create and manipulate graphics, plus produce graphic designs for 2-D and 3-D applications. Graduate with a professional body of creative work to present to prospective employers or clients.
Enquire now for a list of study units, software requirements, and the next batch intake dates..
Average duration: 12 months.
Advanced courses
These courses are best suited for those already in this field who wish to progress their career.
MEM60211
On Campus
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Jewellery Designer
Jeweller
The MEM60211 Advanced Diploma of Jewellery and Object Design will teach you how to design beautiful jewellery pieces, then develop them into saleable items for the mass market. This nationally recognised qualification focuses on design but there is also scope to gain business administration and marketing skills. The course covers: drawing and rendering techniques, experimenting with jewellery design, investigating the quality and application of jewellery materials, developing design prototypes for manufacturers, realising a body of creative work, and much more. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, career outcomes, and enrolment centres near you..
Average duration: 24 months.
CUA60320
Online, On Campus
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UI Designer
UX Designer
Brand Designer
Website Designer
Art Director
Graphic Designer
Visual Designer
Take your existing skills as a graphic designer to the next level with the CUA60320 Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design. You’ll be using the Adobe Creative Suite and Content Management Systems at a professional level — while learning how to engage in the business of graphic design (creative practice, design briefs, project work). This nationally recognised qualification is completed over 6 months in a classroom (including a simulated design studio).Enquire now for the next batch intake plus the full course prospectus..
Average duration: 6 months.
Online, On Campus
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Multimedia Designer
Digital Artist
Illustrator
Photographer
Graphic Designer
Art Director
Artist
Painter
The Bachelor of Arts (Visual Arts) offers an integrated approach to enhance art-making practices, covering methodologies like painting, drawing, and digital art. Students will deeply understand fine art history and theory, critique artworks, and engage in rigorous analytical thinking about art. Interaction with arts professionals, exhibition visits, and writing reviews further enrich the experience.
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Average duration: 3 years.
Online, On Campus
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Stage Manager
Community Arts Worker
Arts Administrator
Theatre Director
Dramaturg
The Bachelor of Arts (Theatre Studies) provides a deep understanding of drama theory and modern theatre history. It blends theatrical theory with hands-on training, offering students the chance to showcase their work through public performances. Students cultivate communication skills beneficial both in theatre and everyday life. Graduates excel in collaborative teamwork, creative problem-solving, and public speaking. This foundation prepares them for careers in acting, theatre production, and education.
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Average duration: 3 years.
Online, On Campus
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Scriptwriter
Arts Administrator
Stage Manager
Performance Artist
The Bachelor of Arts (Theatre and Performance) cultivates practical skills and theoretical insights, preparing students as innovative and adaptable theatre practitioners. By studying theatre history and contemporary performance practices, students enhance their creative capacities to produce relevant work for today's world. This comprehensive approach fosters project management, collaboration, communication, and problem-solving abilities. Additionally, students refine practical skills in performance, understanding its interplay with broader artistic, social, and political landscapes.
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Average duration: 3 years.
On Campus
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Photographer
Photojournalist
Multimedia Specialist
Fine Artist
The Bachelor of Arts (Photography) combines theory, contemporary practices, and industry insights pertaining to photographic arts within the media and communication realm. Students will craft work attuned to both local and global narratives and delve into cutting-edge technologies, evaluating their significance in photography. Upon completion, graduates are equipped with specialized expertise, ready to excel in fields like advertising, documentary photography, fine art, photojournalism, and post-production..
Average duration: 3 years.
On Campus
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Arts Administrator
Curator
Art Gallery Director
Art Teacher
Artist
The Bachelor of Arts (Fine Arts) equips students to refine their unique artistic abilities. This course fosters the ability to handle aesthetic, perceptual, formal and conceptual aspects of fine art. It exposes learners to varied artistic processes and techniques, offering tools for a career in modern art and culture. This study not only advances practical skills but also instills a foundational understanding of artistic theories and concepts..
Average duration: 3 years.
Online, On Campus
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Production Manager
Actor
Actor
Choreographer
Performance Artist
Stage Manager
Theatre Manager
The Bachelor of Arts (Performing Arts) focuses on the intersection of performance, innovation, community engagement, and technology. It emphasizes the transformative role of the performing arts in society. Students hone their physical and creative abilities through hands-on learning, exploring historical and theoretical aspects while collaborating with digital technologies and other art forms. Core skills like acting, dance, dramaturgy, and choreography are cultivated, along with techniques for collaborative and site-specific performances..
Average duration: 3 years.
On Campus
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Art Director
Writer
Copywriter
The Bachelor of Creative Arts nurtures versatile and agile innovators, providing the skills and experience necessary to thrive in a constantly evolving creative landscape. This course offers opportunities to explore a variety of creative mediums, allowing students to develop their unique creative specialisation. It combines practical learning with guidance from world-class academics and practicing technicians, ensuring students gain real-world skills for a successful career in the arts. This approach fosters a deep understanding and mastery of creative expression.
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Average duration: 3 years.
On Campus
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Craftsperson
Illustrator
Artist
Painter
Graphic Designer
The Bachelor of Visual Arts prepares students with essential historical, theoretical, and practical knowledge for a career in visual arts. Engaging with renowned artists, art historians, and industry leaders, students acquire skills to thrive in the visual arts sector. They gain understanding of contemporary art's reflection on the world and our role within it. This course explores art's contribution to significant historical, cultural, ecological, and ethical matters, offering a profound insight into the interplay between art and other visual cultures like fashion, film, and design..
Average duration: 3 years.
Job outcomes
Here are some potential job outcomes within arts and craft. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Government funding
The Australian government provides funding for students completing a qualification in high demand industries. To receive government funding, you need to find a subsidised course by an approved provider and make sure you meet the eligibility requirements.
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