TAFE Queensland
Diploma of Visual Arts
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Take your creative skills to the next level with this diploma qualification. This course will enhance and develop further learning within the broader creative arts field.
The creative arts industry plays an important role in Australia's economy. According to the Australian Government's MySkills service, it contributes over $10 billion to the our economy and employs nearly 100,000 people. The emergence of new technologies and wide range of job prospects available mean this is an exciting industry to be a part of.
This course enables you to specialise in core areas of visual culture and professional practice with electives in painting, printmaking, drawing, sculpture, digital media technology, photo-media, ceramics, millinery and fashion accessories. TAFE Queensland's leading industry experts and specialist educators can provide you with the skills you need to flourish within the competitive creative arts sector. Further opportunities also exist for overseas study tours.
Successful completion of the Diploma of Visual Arts will give you the skills and attributes to seek self employment or other creative occupations within a wide range of arts, government, community or commercial organisations.
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.
Locations
- Gatton, Newton, Eureka and Wilkinson Streets, Cairns
- Corner of Hugh Street and Fulham Road, Pimlico
- 66 Ernest Street, South Brisbane
- 91 Windsor Road, Nambour
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Visual Arts 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...
Potter
A Potter creates art pieces using clay as their main medium. You might create pieces designed for functional use such as bowls or vases or you may ...
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 ...
Fashion Design Assistant
A Fashion Design Assistant works with designers to help them create their pieces. You might work with an individual designer or be part of a team a...
Design Assistant
A Design Assistant works for a fashion designer or for a fashion label to help produce garments and collections. You’ll collaborate with designers ...
Performing Arts Technician
A Performing Arts Technician operates equipment during the production of films, television, theatre and other creative performances. You might work...
Illustrator
An Illustrator produces creative images used for a range of purposes. You might prepare illustrations used in story books or prepare images used in...
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.
