courses/

CUA31120 - Certificate III in Visual Arts

DurationThere are multiple durations. Please refer to Course Structure below.
Location
Online and
Next intakeOctober, 2023
Study modeOn Campus, Online, RPL/RCC/Credit
Total units12
Fee-Free TAFE course for eligible applicants in 2023.
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Overview

If you are creative, enjoy working with your hands and one daydream of becoming an artist, the Certificate III in Visual Arts can start you on your journey. This course is included in the Australian and Queensland Government’s Fee Free TAFE program.

The Certificate III in Visual Arts is a great place to begin your training as a visual artist. The Certificate III in Visual Art develops a range of visual art skills. Foundation skills in painting, drawing, printmaking, silver-smithing, creative process and basic design are offered in this course.

The Studio Area Specialisation - The Studio Area Specialisation has been designed for students who would like to have a specialisation in two studio areas. Students are to choose two studio areas from Printmaking, Painting or Jewellery. In this course, students will complete art theory and history and drawing as well as their two chosen specialisation areas.

Silversmithing Specialisation - The Silversmithing Specialisation has been designed for students who would like to specialise in units mainly related to silversmithing. This specialisation has been developed to provide students with the skills and knowledge to create jewellery and work (largely silversmithing artifacts) within visual art and fine art context.



This is a nationally recognised accredited course.

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Career Opportunities

Self-employment opportunities exist as a visual artist or craftsperson, visual designer, workshop tutor, jewellery maker or theatre set painter. Skills acquired in this program may be relevant to the production of goods suitable for markets and gift galleries. Some candidates may produce work relevant to commercial fine art galleries. Students completing the silver-smithing specialisation will be well-placed to undertake a jeweller’s apprenticeship.

Structure & Availability

ON CAMPUS

Duration:

12 months


Drawing

Unit CodeUnit Name
CUADRA311Produce drawings
CUAPPR311Produce creative work
CUAACD311Produce drawings to communicate ideas
CUAPPR417Select and prepare creative work for exhibition

Art History/Theory

Unit CodeUnit Name
CUARES301Apply knowledge of history and theory to own arts practice
BSBWHS211Contribute to the health and safety of self and others

Printmaking Studio Area

Unit CodeUnit Name
CUADES302Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms
CUAPRI312Produce prints
CUAPPR312Document the creative work progress

Jewellery Studio Area

Unit CodeUnit Name
CUADES303Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms
CUAJWL311Produce jewellery
CUAJWL211Develop jewellery-making skills

Online Only - Painting Studio Area

Unit CodeUnit Name
CUADES301Explore the use of colour
CUAPPR211Make simple creative work
CUAPAI311Produce paintings

Online

Duration:

12 months


Drawing

Unit CodeUnit Name
CUADRA311Produce drawings
CUAACD311Produce drawings to communicate ideas

Art History/Theory

Unit CodeUnit Name
BSBWHS211Contribute to the health and safety of self and others
CUARES301Apply knowledge of history and theory to own arts practice

Printmaking Studio Area

Unit CodeUnit Name
CUADES302Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms
CUAPRI312Produce prints

Painting Studio Area

Unit CodeUnit Name
CUADES301Explore the use of colour
CUAPAI311Produce paintings

Creative Project 1

Unit CodeUnit Name
CUAPPR211Make simple creative work
CUAPPR312Document the creative work progress

Creative Project 2

Unit CodeUnit Name
CUAPPR417Select and prepare creative work for exhibition
CUAPPR311Produce creative work

Silversmithing Specialisation

Duration:

24 months


SILVERSMITHING SPECIALISATION (ONLINE UNITS)

Unit CodeUnit Name
CUARES301Apply knowledge of history and theory to own arts practice
CUAPPR312Document the creative work progress
CUAACD311Produce drawings to communicate ideas
BSBWHS211Contribute to the health and safety of self and others

CASTING

Unit CodeUnit Name
CUAACD412Experiment with moulding and casting techniques
CUAPPR311Produce creative work

ENAMELLING

Unit CodeUnit Name
CUAGLA301Produce glasswork
CUAGLA201Develop glassworking skills

METALSMITHING

Unit CodeUnit Name
CUADES303Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms
CUAJWL311Produce jewellery

TEXTILES IN METAL

Unit CodeUnit Name
CUATEX311Produce textile work
CUATEX201Develop skills in textile work

Start TAFE Now (STN) - On Campus

Duration:

24 months


Drawing

Unit CodeUnit Name
CUADRA311Produce drawings
CUAPPR311Produce creative work
CUAACD311Produce drawings to communicate ideas
CUAPPR417Select and prepare creative work for exhibition

Art History/Theory

Unit CodeUnit Name
CUARES301Apply knowledge of history and theory to own arts practice
BSBWHS211Contribute to the health and safety of self and others

Printmaking Studio Area

Unit CodeUnit Name
CUADES302Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms
CUAPRI312Produce prints
CUAPPR312Document the creative work progress

Jewellery Studio Area

Unit CodeUnit Name
CUADES303Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms
CUAJWL311Produce jewellery
CUAJWL211Develop jewellery-making skills

Online Only - Painting Studio Area

Unit CodeUnit Name
CUADES301Explore the use of colour
CUAPPR211Make simple creative work
CUAPAI311Produce paintings

Start TAFE Now (STN) - Online

Duration:

12 months


Drawing

Unit CodeUnit Name
CUADRA311Produce drawings
CUAACD311Produce drawings to communicate ideas

Art History/Theory

Unit CodeUnit Name
BSBWHS211Contribute to the health and safety of self and others
CUARES301Apply knowledge of history and theory to own arts practice

Printmaking Studio Area

Unit CodeUnit Name
CUADES302Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms
CUAPRI312Produce prints

Painting Studio Area

Unit CodeUnit Name
CUADES301Explore the use of colour
CUAPAI311Produce paintings

Creative Project 1

Unit CodeUnit Name
CUAPPR211Make simple creative work
CUAPPR312Document the creative work progress

Creative Project 2

Unit CodeUnit Name
CUAPPR417Select and prepare creative work for exhibition
CUAPPR311Produce creative work

ON CAMPUS

IntakeLocations
February, 2023On-campus, Rockhampton City
March, 2023On-campus, Rockhampton City
July, 2023On-campus, Rockhampton City
August, 2023On-campus, Rockhampton City

Start TAFE Now (STN) - On Campus

IntakeLocations
February, 2023On-campus, Rockhampton City
March, 2023On-campus, Rockhampton City
July, 2023On-campus, Rockhampton City
August, 2023On-campus, Rockhampton City

Online

IntakeLocations
February, 2023Online
March, 2023Online
April, 2023Online
May, 2023Online
June, 2023Online
July, 2023Online
August, 2023Online
September, 2023Online
October, 2023Online
November, 2023Online
December, 2023Online
February, 2024Online
March, 2024Online
April, 2024Online
May, 2024Online
June, 2024Online
July, 2024Online
August, 2024Online
September, 2024Online
October, 2024Online
November, 2024Online
December, 2024Online

Start TAFE Now (STN) - Online

IntakeLocations
February, 2023Online
March, 2023Online
April, 2023Online
May, 2023Online
June, 2023Online
July, 2023Online
August, 2023Online
September, 2023Online
October, 2023Online
November, 2023Online
December, 2023Online
February, 2024Online
March, 2024Online
April, 2024Online
May, 2024Online
June, 2024Online
July, 2024Online
August, 2024Online
September, 2024Online
October, 2024Online
November, 2024Online
December, 2024Online

Silversmithing Specialisation

IntakeLocations
February, 2023On-campus, Rockhampton City
July, 2023On-campus, Rockhampton City
February, 2024On-campus, Rockhampton City
July, 2024On-campus, Rockhampton City

This course has no residential schools.

Requirements

 

Completion of the bksb (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy and numeracy assessment prior to enrolment, unless the student has completed an equal or higher level course.

There are no other entry requirements for this course.

Fees & Scholarships

2023 Indicative Fees

Fee TypeFees
Fee for service$5,100
Fee for service per unit$425
TAFE Priority Skills Fund/Training Program fee per unit$69
Co-Contribution Fee$2,100
Co-Contribution Concessional Fee$1,104
Co-Contribution Fee per unit$175
Co-Contribution Concessional Fee per unit$92

2024 Indicative Fees

Fee TypeFees
Fee for service$5,364
Fee for service per unit$447
TAFE Priority Skills Fund/Training Program fee per unit$5
Co-Contribution Fee$2,232
Co-Contribution Concessional Fee$1,188
Co-Contribution Fee per unit$186
Co-Contribution Concessional Fee per unit$99

Please refer to the VET student fees price lists, eligibility criteria applies for subsidised funding. If you are unsure please call us on 13 27 86.

This is a Fee Free TAFE course thanks to the Australian and Queensland Governments. Eligibility and conditions apply. 

At CQUniversity, we believe higher education should be for everyone. No matter your situation, we know that everyone needs a helping hand from time to time, and we are proud to offer a wide range of scholarships, bursaries and stipends.
Our scholarships could help you pay for things like relocation, living on campus, laptops and technology, childcare, study and living expenses, travel and more. 

How to apply

Step 1: Get a Unique Student Identifier (USI)

Visit usi.gov.au to create a USI or find an existing one.

Step 2: Prepare your eligibility documentation

So that we can assess your application and eligibility for Government funding options, you’ll need to upload documentation as part of your application. You will need to provide confirmation of identity with the following documentation: 

  • Queensland Residency and Date of Birth. (e.g. Queensland Driver’s License photo must be of the back and front of the license)
  • Australian or New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency (e.g. Medicare Card or Birth Certificate)

For further information on eligible documentation, visit Apply for TAFE Certificates and Diplomas.

To fast-track your application, make sure you provide a clear photo showing all the information and upload it with your application.

Step 3: Apply Online

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