Printing and Publishing Courses

Get started in print production with the ICP20120 Certificate II in Printing and Graphic Arts. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to use a range of printing machines and digital technologies and you’ll graduate with a working knowledge of each step in the printing process. The course covers: pre-press, printing, screen printing, converting, binding and finishing, support services. Enquire now for the full list of study units, elective choices, and enrolment centres..

Get started in print manufacturing with the ICP31320 Certificate III in Print Binding, Finishing and Packaging. This nationally recognised qualification introduces you to the printing and graphic arts industry and teaches you how to create professional-grade printed products using the latest equipment and machinery. The course covers: on-the-job safety, print production quality standards, environmental sustainability, binding and finishing processes (rotary die cuts, hand-bound books, guillotine products, machine folding, collating sheets and pages, laminating), and much more. There is also scope to specialise in digital printing, 3D printing, flexographic printing and relief printing. Enquire now for the list of study units, specialisation choices (and their availability) as well as upcoming enrolment dates..

Become a qualified print machinist with the ICP31220 Certificate III in Printing. This trade qualification will develop your knowledge of the printing and graphic arts industries, and teach you how to use (and maintain) a range of print machinery and equipment. Graduate with the skills and confidence to produce printed materials using different printing techniques (lithographic, flexographic, gravure printing et al). Enquire now for the full list of study units, specialisation electives, and upcoming enrolment opportunities..

The Bachelor of Arts (Media and Communication) provides a deep understanding of modern media industries and communication technologies, examining their effects on politics, society, and culture globally. This esteemed course equips students with skills coveted in various media fields. It paves the way for careers in journalism, public relations, professional writing, marketing, media management, communication, and publishing. Students also gain insights into contemporary topics like big data, surveillance, the evolving news media landscape, and the prominence of celebrity culture..

The Bachelor of Creative Arts (Creative Writing) focuses on refining writing skills to ensure clarity and strength, encouraging imaginative expression to impact readers. This course covers various areas including poetry, editing, multimedia, commercial writing, theatre, short stories, and novels. It also explores innovative literary forms. Emphasising the exploration of the human condition, this degree prepares writers to entertain, educate, and delve into what it means to be human across multiple writing disciplines. .

The Graduate Certificate in Creative Writing equips students with the skills to create compelling works across diverse genres for various audiences and markets. This course encourages critical thinking about the craft of writing and applying techniques in crafting both fiction and non-fiction. It also provides the opportunity to practice the art of storytelling, emphasising experimentation and innovation. Ideal for aspiring writers, this course fosters the development of creative writing skills and nurtures the ability to engage and captivate readers. .

The Master of Arts is tailored for students aiming to enhance their skills and critical thinking in a specific discipline, add new expertise, or transition into the arts for a career change. This hands-on course has a strong practical focus, aligning with industry and arts community needs, and readies students for careers in creative and professional practice. Taught by industry and academic experts, it offers valuable insights and experiences, fostering connections with relevant industries and creative communities..

The Master of Creative Writing offers a comprehensive range of writing techniques covering multiple genres like fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and script-writing, as well as innovative forms like flash fiction and narrative journalism. It includes a significant dissertation component, where students apply their learnt techniques in an extended piece of creative work, complemented by a detailed exegesis. This course is ideal for developing diverse and stylistic writing skills. .