| Course Code | CUA41320 |
| Locations | Warrnambool |
| Study Mode | Full-time, On Campus |
| Length | 12 months |
| Commencement | February |
| Timetable | Two days a week in class and one day a week in studio. Training is delivered over 36 weeks during school terms. |
Build on your existing creative skills and develop your own artistic voice and command of techniques with the Certificate IV in Visual Arts.
You will develop critical and conceptual thinking skills, to extend your creative practice and to broaden your understanding of what it means to be a successful arts practitioner in today’s art industry. Upon successful completion of the course, you will be well positioned to apply for entry into our Diploma of Visual Arts course.
In this course you will learn about:
This qualification will prepare you to continue study in the visual arts field at Diploma level that will support a professional art practice career. You may also use your skills and knowledge to continue producing artwork for personal interest or gain.
Career opportunities include:
After completing this qualification, you could continue further study in the Diploma of Visual Arts.
There is no formal placement in this course, however you will have the opportunity to work closely with the local arts community.
Why don’t you come along to our next course info session to find out everything you need to start your learning journey? You can chat with our teachers, tour our facilities, learn more about the course, find out about the application process and get your questions answered by our course experts.
You must be at least 17 years of age.
To be eligible for this qualification you must successfully complete 15 units: 6 core and 9 elective.
You will need to provide:
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Unit Hours | Unit Consumables |
|---|---|---|---|
| CUARES403 | Research history and theory to inform own arts practice | 70 | $0.00 |
| CUAACD311 | Produce drawings to communicate ideas | 90 | $60.60 |
| CUAPPR411 | Realise a creative project | 90 | $60.60 |
| CUAPPR414 | Develop self as artist | 60 | $0.00 |
| CUAPPR415 | Develop and discuss ideas for own creative work | 70 | $0.00 |
| CUAWHS312 | Apply work health and safety practices | 30 | $0.00 |
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Unit Hours | Unit Consumables |
|---|---|---|---|
| CUAIND311 | Work effectively in the creative arts industry | 50 | $0.00 |
| CUAACD411 | Integrate colour theory and design processes | 40 | $60.60 |
| CUADES411 | Generate design solutions | 70 | $77.15 |
| CUADIG415 | Produce innovative digital images | 70 | $0.00 |
| CUAIND411 | Extend expertise in specialist creative fields | 45 | $93.70 |
| CUAPAI411 | Experiment with techniques to produce paintings | 50 | $77.15 |
| CUAPPR417 | Select and prepare creative work for exhibition | 30 | $44.10 |
| CUAPRI411 | Experiment with printing techniques | 50 | $93.70 |
| CUASCU411 | Experiment with techniques to produce sculpture | 50 | $88.20 |
This course involves accredited units. You will be required to complete assessment tasks to demonstrate your underpinning knowledge, skills and attributes to meet the course outcomes. A combination of written, oral and practical assessment strategies will be used in either a classroom, online or workplace environment.
Where units require demonstration of skills in a workplace environment, you will have the opportunity to do this either in your own workplace (where appropriate), through a practical placement, or by using one of the Institute's simulated workshops/classrooms. Detailed information about the types, conduct and dates of assessments will be provided in advance. You will also be provided with information about the opportunity for reassessment and appeal.
Class attendance and participation is a critical element of learning and gaining the knowledge and skills required to be assessed as competent.
Attendance of scheduled classes is expected to be 100%. If you do not attend at least 80% of the scheduled classes for a unit of competency, you may be ineligible for completion of the unit and your enrolment in the course may be reviewed.
In the event that classes are missed due to illness or other personal reasons, you are expected to inform the teacher of your absence prior to the commencement of the scheduled class. For extended or frequent non-attendance, you may be requested to provide a medical certificate or other supporting evidence.
Here's an outline of fees and costs associated with your course.
Your fees each year can be made up of 3 different elements. Everyone has different circumstances that can affect what you pay and how much you pay. :
There are 4 different rates of tuition fees. Only one will apply to you (depending on your eligibility and circumstances).
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT FEES AND ELIGIBILITY
The fees listed below are indicative only. The course fees published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Course fee funding is made available to eligible individuals by the Victorian and Commonwealth Governments. If funding is utilised, this may affect opportunities to access additional funding in the future. An accurate quote for this course will be provided during the enrolment process.
| Course fees by student type | Indicative Course Fee |
|---|---|
| Government subsidised rate (if eligible) | $8,090.00 |
| Concession rate | $1,620.00 |
| Full fee rate (if not eligible for govt subsidy) | $12,285.00 |
Some courses require specific resources or materials necessary for your study eg: tools of the trade, excursions, etc. Final costs will be determined upon enrolment.
| Additional course fees | Indicative Course Fee |
|---|---|
| Course consumable/materials (approximate) | $735.80 |
An annual student services fee contributes to the provision of student engagement, learning and support services.
| Student service fee | Annual amount |
|---|---|
| Concession rate | $100.00 |
| Standard rate | $150.00 |
This fee is non-refundable upon commencement of your course. Some students may be exempt from the student service fee. Your fee will be confirmed based on your circumstances when you enrol.
Once we have processed your enrolment form, you will receive an email with your invoice.
You have three options when organising your payment:
Payments will need to be arranged within five(5) business days of receiving the email containing your invoice.
We also offer a range of scholarships each year which you may be eligible to apply for to assist with course fees.
There are five simple steps to apply for a course with us.
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As a SWTAFE student, you can access a variety of support services that will enhance your study experience and help you complete your studies successfully. For more information about any of these services, visit our student page.
This is Free TAFE course. Free TAFE is a Victorian Government program that covers tuition fees for priority courses for students who are eligible for government-subsidised training. There may still be some costs like course materials, uniform or excursions applicable to the course you select.
A Free TAFE Pathways Program is a group of courses that complement each other to help you continue to train for the career and industry you may wish to work in.
For eligible students, these courses are tuition fee free. Depending on the course, you may still be required to pay material fees. The consumable fees for this course are listed in the above table.
Find out more about Free TAFE Pathways Program and eligibility or contact our Customer Service team.
Skill sets are courses that are available free of any tuition fees for eligible applicants.
These courses are not part of the Free TAFE program and therefore will not impact your eligibility to study a Free TAFE course in the future.
Right now this course is only offered at limited locations, however, we’d welcome you to register your interest in your preferred study location. This will help us to plan for future course delivery locations.
This is Free TAFE course. Free TAFE is a Victorian Government program that covers tuition fees for priority courses for students who are eligible for government-subsidised training. There may still be some costs like course materials, uniform or excursions applicable to the course you select.
A Free TAFE Pathways Program is a group of courses that complement each other to help you continue to train for the career and industry you may wish to work in.
For eligible students, these courses are tuition fee free. Depending on the course, you may still be required to pay material fees. The consumable fees for this course are listed in the above table.
Find out more about Free TAFE Pathways Program and eligibility or contact our Customer Service team.
Skill sets are courses that are available free of any tuition fees for eligible applicants.
These courses are not part of the Free TAFE program and therefore will not impact your eligibility to study a Free TAFE course in the future.
Right now this course is only offered at limited locations, however, we’d welcome you to register your interest in your preferred study location. This will help us to plan for future course delivery locations.
