Photography Courses
Learn to produce commercial-grade photographs, refine digital art, open your own studio, or become a photo journalist.
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CUA41120
Get started in professional photo editing with the Certificate IV in Photography and Digital Imaging (CUA41120). This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to capture, process, and...
Job outcomes:
Photographer
Wedding Photographer
Fashion Photographer
Portrait Photographer
Sports Photographer
Beginner courses
If you're new to photography, these courses are a great place to start.
CUA41120
On Campus, Traineeship
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Possible job outcomes:
Photographer
Fashion Photographer
Portrait Photographer
Sports Photographer
Wedding Photographer
Get started in professional photo editing with the Certificate IV in Photography and Digital Imaging (CUA41120). This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to capture, process, and enhance photo images in response to a professional project brief. The course covers: photo imaging industry knowledge, applying lighting techniques, undertaking project work, storing and maintaining finished creative work, work health and safety. Enquire now for upcoming course enrolment dates, and the full list of photography career competencies..
Average duration: 12 months.
CUA50920
Online, On Campus, Traineeship
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Possible job outcomes:
Photographer
Fashion Photographer
Portrait Photographer
Sports Photographer
Wedding Photographer
Become a professional photographer with the CUA50920 Diploma of Photography and Digital Imaging. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to run your own photography business, producing innovative digital images then displaying them for sale or in art exhibitions. During your studies you’ll have the opportunity to gain skills in wedding photography, portraiture, stock photos, eCommerce, commercial photos, drone technologies, monetisation, client and project work, creative collaborations, and more. Enquire now for entry requirements, commercial photography competencies, and the list of available enrolment dates..
Average duration: 12 months.
Advanced courses
These courses are best suited for those already in this field who wish to progress their career.
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Art Director
Artist
Photographer
Painter
Multimedia Designer
Illustrator
Graphic Designer
Digital Artist
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.
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Fine Artist
Multimedia Specialist
Photographer
Photojournalist
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.
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Possible job outcomes:
Fashion Photographer
Photographer
Portrait Photographer
Sports Photographer
Photojournalist
The Master of Arts Photography is for established photographers wanting to explore photographic culture, theory and practice at an international level. As a student of this 18 month course you will have access to an impressive list of mentors and lecturers, while furthering your career in photojournalism, photo art, documentary, commercial photography, photobook publishing, and curation.
Enquire now for the full list of mentors, study options, and enrolment dates..
Average duration: 18 months.
Job outcomes
Here are some potential job outcomes within photography. 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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