
TAFE Queensland
Certificate III in Visual Arts (Focus on Photography)
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Explore your love of photography with this entry-level course and get the skills you need to enter the industry as an assistant photographer or pursue further study. This qualification provides introductory skills required for employment within both art and commercial areas of photography.
The Australian Government's Job Outlook service reports the number of people working as photographers grew very strongly over the past five years. Job prospects for qualified photographers are expected to remain strong with around 9,000 job openings anticipated over the next five years.
In this course you'll gain experience in studio photography, darkroom techniques, and digital imaging post production. You'll also have the opportunity to work with industry-standard equipment associated with professional studio production. Explore visual communication through photography and utilise software to edit your images.
Delivery mode
TAFE Queensland offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 66 Ernest Street, South Brisbane
- 91 Windsor Road, Nambour
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Visual Arts (Focus on Photography) will prepare you for the following roles.
Artist
An Artist uses their skills to create pieces for sale or for public viewing. You might specialise in a particular kind of artwork such as paintings...
Painter
A Painter creates works of art using paint as their primary medium. You’ll prepare singular artworks or you might create a collection of pieces. Yo...
Sculptor
A Sculptor uses their hands or tools to create three dimensional art pieces. You might specialise in a particular medium such as clay, stone, metal...
Art Studio Assistant
An Art Studio Assistant works with other artists or designers at a studio or creative space. Your duties will vary depending on the artists you’re...
Art Gallery Assistant
An Art Gallery Assistant helps with daily operations at an art gallery or community art centre. You’ll assist with setting up exhibitions and may b...
Picture Framer
A Picture Framer produces mouldings to create frames for artwork, photographs, memorabilia and other special pieces. You’ll liaise with customers t...
About TAFE Queensland
TAFE Queensland is Queensland's largest, most experienced training provider. TAFE Queensland deliver practical, industry-relevant training across a range of industries from entry-level certificates to bachelor degrees, at more than 50 locations in Queensland.