TAFE Queensland

CUA51120

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.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $17,745 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.

For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.

For more information about this course and payment options, please enquire with TAFE Queensland.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 24 Months
Estimated fee* $17,745 $0

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...

Avg yearly income $67,600
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $52,000
Entry barriers Low

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.

Operating since 1998
Legal name TAFE Queensland
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