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CUA41320 Certificate IV in Visual Arts

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Key details

Duration

1 year/s

This program is delivered over a period of 1 to 2 years. The length of time to complete this qualification will depend on the location, study mode and/or units selected and will vary depending upon how long a student takes to reach the required competency level.

Intake

Locations

Alice Springs, Casuarina
Not available to international students.

Course code

CUA41320

Overview




This qualification reflects the role of individuals who are beginning to develop their own artistic voice and command of techniques in a range of art forms. It applies to work in different visual arts, craft and design work environments. Practice at this level is underpinned by application of broad and integrated technical and theoretical knowledge and the ability to analyse and use information from a range of sources. Individuals at this level usually operate autonomously, however they may provide some leadership and guidance to others with limited responsibility for the output of others.

Career opportunities

Occupations relevant to this qualification in industry sectors such as Visual Arts and Craft, Jewellery include:

  • Artist
  • Visual Artist
  • Arts Practitioner
  • Jewellery Designer
  • Studio Artist
  • Ceramic Artist

Credit transfers and advanced standing

Skill recognition

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

RPL is the acknowledgement of a person's skills and knowledge acquired through previous training, work or life experience, which may be used to grant status or credit in a subject regardless of how and where they were attained, including overseas.This can include skills from:

  • Previous study excluding courses at another VET/TAFE institution, but including courses at school or college, through adult education classes or training programs at work;
  • Work experience (including both work that is paid and unpaid); and/or
  • Life experience (for example leisure pursuits or voluntary work).

RPL is a form of assessment. It is used to determine whether a person has acquired, through formal or informal learning, the skills and experience consistent with the stated competency standards that comprise a qualification. RPL is not time referenced, so there are no parameters on how or when the skills are acquired. However, the skills that have been acquired through life experience etc., must be current and must match the elements and performance criteria contained in the individual unit.

Students seeking RPL need to indicate this on their enrolment form at the time of enrolment.

For further information please refer to the Applicant's Guide to the Recognition of Prior Learning or contact Student Central on 1800 061 963 (free call) or email Student.Central@cdu.edu.au.

Credit Transfer

Charles Darwin University as a Registered Training Organisation recognises the Australian Qualifications Framework qualifications and Statement of Attainments issued by any other Australian Registered Training Organisation.

Students are encouraged to submit any requests for credit from previous studies at the time of enrolment, to ensure they are not enrolling in units they may not need to undertake.

In order to apply for exemption/credit transfer from units completed at another training organisation, you will need to complete an Application for Exemption Form available from any campus, centre, or team, or a copy of the form can be obtained from the web.

Your completed Application for Exemption form together with attached documentary evidence (certified copy of Qualification/Statement of Attainment) to support your request for exemption/credit transfer should be submitted directly to the University either in person or by mail. Requests without documentary evidence will not be processed and will be returned to students. There are no fees attached to Credit Transfers.

Pathways

VET to Higher Education Pathway Mapping for completed Awards in the same field or discipline.

Students who successfully complete VET qualifications at the Certificate IV level or above and subsequently enrol in a Bachelor degree in the same field or discipline, will receive advanced standing as detailed in the table below.


Completed Award Course Level
HE
VET
to a HE Award
Credit granted for a completed award in the same field
Certificate IV
*
3 year Bachelor award
up to 40 credit points
Certificate IV
*
4 year Bachelor award
up to 40 credit points
Diploma
*
*
3 year Bachelor award
up to 80 credit points
Diploma
*
*
4 year Bachelor award
up to 80 credit points
Advanced Diploma
*
*
3 year Bachelor award
up to 160 credit points
Advanced Diploma
*
*
4 year Bachelor award
up to 160 credit points
Associate Degree
*
3 year Bachelor award
up to 160 credit points
Associate Degree
*
4 year Bachelor award
up to 160 credit points

Fees

2024 Fees

  Fee Type  2024 Course Fees
  Fee Free TAFE*  Free
  Full Fee  $10,312.50 - $10,937.50

*This course is part of the Fee Free TAFE initiative. Fee Free TAFE and vocational education and training is a joint initiative of the Northern Territory Government and Australian Governments providing tuition-free training places to students wanting to train, retain or upskill.

Fee free places are available for eligible domestic students who are NT residents, limited places are available, so secure your place now.

Fees shown are indicative and subject to change annually. Actual course fees may vary depending on the units chosen. International non-student visa-holders; study eligibility needs to be verified before enrolment. Fees may vary depending on the visa type.

For further clarification and information on fees, payment options, instalment plans, and refunds, contact CDU on 1800 061 963 or refer to TAFE Fees and Payments.

International VET Package

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  • Recognition of prior learning accepted
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CDU Aquaculture students

Why study at CDU?

Study with the Territory's largest training provider and gain industry-ready skills and experience. Whether you're a high school student or a working professional, we've got the courses and qualifications you want plus the support and flexibility you need to succeed. 

  • Learn from expert lecturers and industry professionals
  • Access to first-class facilities
  • Recognition of prior learning to qualify faster
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Why study at CDU?

Study with the Northern Territory's largest training provider and gain industry-ready skills and experience.

  • Access to first-class facilities
  • Recognition of prior learning accepted
  • Packages into higher education available for most courses

What will I study?

To achieve CUA41320 Certificate IV in Visual Arts a total of fifteen (15) units of competency must be completed comprising six (6) Core and nine (9) Elective units as detailed in the packaging rules and listed below. The electives offered may vary between campuses.The total nominal hours for the sequence listed below is 835 - 910.

Course structure

To achieve CUA41320 Certificate IV in Visual Arts a total of fifteen (15) units of competency must be completed comprising six (6) Core and nine (9) Elective units as detailed in the packaging rules and listed below. The electives offered may vary between campuses.

The total nominal hours for the sequence listed below is 835 - 910.

CASUARINA Campus

CodeModule/Unit of CompetencyHours
Core units of competency
CUAACD311Produce drawings to communicate ideas90
CUAPPR411Realise a creative project90
CUAPPR414Develop self as artist60
CUAPPR415Develop and discuss ideas for own creative work70
CUARES403Research history and theory to inform own arts practice70
CUAWHS312Apply work health and safety practices30
 Total nominal hours for core units410
Elective units of competency (complete 9)
Group A
CUAACD412Experiment with moulding and casting techniques

50

CUACER411Experiment with techniques to produce ceramic works

50

CUACER412Experiment with throwing techniques

50

CUACER413Experiment with ceramic surface treatments

50

CUADES301Explore the use of colour

50

CUADES302Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms

60

CUADES303Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms

60

CUADIG415Produce innovative digital images

70

CUADRA401Experiment with techniques to produce drawings

50

CUAILL401Develop and refine illustrative work

50

CUAIND411Extend expertise in specialist creative fields

45

CUAPAI411Experiment with techniques to produce paintings

50

CUAPPR417Select and prepare creative work for exhibition

30

CUAPRI411Experiment with printing techniques

50

CUASCU411Experiment with techniques to produce sculpture

50

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BSBTEC201Use business software applications

60

CUADIG315Produce digital images

50

 Total nominal hours for elective units425 - 500
 Total nominal hours for the qualification835 - 910

 

The total nominal hours for the sequence listed below is 835-880.

ALICE SPRINGS Campus

CodeModule/Unit of CompetencyHours
Core units of competency
CUAACD311Produce drawings to communicate ideas90
CUAPPR411Realise a creative project90
CUAPPR414Develop self as artist60
CUAPPR415Develop and discuss ideas for own creative work70
CUARES403Research history and theory to inform own arts practice70
CUAWHS312Apply work health and safety practices30
 Total nominal hours for core units410
Elective units of competency (Select 9)
Group A
CUACER411Experiment with techniques to produce ceramic works50
CUACER413Experiment with ceramic surface techniques50
CUADES301Explore the use of colour50
CUADES303Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms60
CUADRA401Experiment with techniques to produce drawings50
CUAIND411Extend expertise in specialist creative fields45
CUAPAI411Experiment with techniques to produce paintings50
CUAPPR417Select and prepare creative work for exhibition30
CUAPRI411Experiment with printing techniques50
CUASCU411Experiment with techniques to produce sculpture50
 Total nominal hours for elective units425-455
 Total nominal hours for the qualification835-865

 

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

To ensure you have the right skills and support to succeed in your course, a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LL&N) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals.

Having lecturers who were practising artists themselves gave me a greater understanding of the art world and their guidance was invaluable.

Jonathon

CDU student

Alumni awards finalist, illustrator Jonathon Saunders

Through the experiences I’ve had of exhibiting my art in open spaces, I’ve learned about the joys and challenges of engaging diverse publics in art. It has encouraged me to do more in art and in engaging with others.

Luci

CDU student

Luci's art

Having lecturers who were practising artists themselves gave me a greater understanding of the art world and their guidance was invaluable.

Jonathon

CDU student

Alumni awards finalist, illustrator Jonathon Saunders

Through the experiences I’ve had of exhibiting my art in open spaces, I’ve learned about the joys and challenges of engaging diverse publics in art. It has encouraged me to do more in art and in engaging with others.

Luci

CDU student

Luci's art

Course details

Accreditation

This is a current, nationally accredited qualification from the CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package .

Employability skills

Employability Skills are embedded in the training and assessment of national training package qualifications. Information on the Employability Skills relevant to your qualification can be obtained by visiting this website and keying in the national code for the qualification: training.gov.au

Location and study mode

Delivery at all locations is subject to sufficient demand and resources.



Locations: Alice Springs, Casuarina



Study Mode: On campus, online, both



Subject to demand other locations and modes may become available throughout the year.

Additional information

Sector
TAFE
Industry groups
ARTS,ENTERTAINMENT,SPORTS AND RECREATION
Occupation types
Visual Arts And Crafts Professionals Nfd
Area of study
Creative Arts and Design, Arts, Creative and Performing Arts, Communications and Design

Contact details

Academy of the Arts
Location: Casuarina & Alice Springs Campuses
Phone: 08 8946 7517 (CAS) 08 8959 5312 (ASP)
Email: vet.cifea@cdu.edu.au

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