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TAFE International Western Australia

Perth , Western Australia ,Australia

Diploma of Visual Arts

Take your interest in visual art to a higher level by studying CUA51115 Diploma of Visual Arts. This course will develop your skills and knowledge in selected areas of visual art and craft, with options to focus on painting, print media, ceramics, sculpture, and digital art. You will have the opportunity to refine these skills in-studio classes designed to bring your ideas to reality.

This course enables you to take on complicated art projects with a developed skill set and knowledge of various materials and mediums. When you complete this course, you will have all the knowledge and skills needed to enter the world of visual arts and crafts, giving you a solid foundation for a career in this industry.

Studying art at North Metropolitan TAFE is the best thing you can do for your future career as an artist. The art and craft facilities are purpose built to a high standard with equipment and facilities. Students also benefit from the close proximity to the Perth Cultural Centre which is home to the Art Gallery of WA, PICA and many other smaller galleries. You will benefit from strong, long-lasting partnerships with prominent art bodies within the artistic community, and learn from lecturers who are practicing artists in WA.

Campus Information

North Metropolitan TAFE

North Metropolitan TAFE offers campus locations in the heart of Perth’s cultural district, surrounded by restaurants, cafes and bars. Students learn through practical training from industry experts, in state-of-the-art facilities. The college has strong partnerships with industry that ensure courses remain current and provide you with job-ready skills.

Intakes

  • Feb

Application Processing Time in Days: 7

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

  • Designer Maker
  • Visual Artist

PSW Opportunity

  • N/A

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Equivalent to Australian Year 12.
 
Bangladesh
 
Year 10/11 Equivalent
  • Secondary School Certificate – pass
Year 12 Equivalent
  • Higher Secondary Certificate (minimum GPA of5
or
  • 60% in HSC first division pass ) GCE A-Level (2 subject passes)
English Equivalent
  • IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) overall (no band less than 5.5) direct entry.
  • IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) overall (no band less than 5.0) - course will be packaged with 10 weeks ELICOS prior to entry.
India
 
Year 12 Equivalent
  • State Education Boards 65% overall across all academic subjects.*
  • Central Board Secondary Education (CBSE) with 60% average overall across all academic subjects.
  • Council for Indian School Certificate Examination (CISCE) with 60% average overall across all academic subjects.
  • * TAFE International Western Australia does not accept results from some State  Education Boards.
  • Diploma qualifications: Average mark of 60% or above, should be VITC recognized and of 2-3 years duration.
English Equivalent
  • IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) overall (no band less than 5.5) direct entry.
  • IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) overall (no band less than 5.0) - course will be packaged with 10 weeks ELICOS prior to entry.
Nepal
 
Year 10/11 Equivalent
  • Higher Secondary Education Board Certificate (Grade 12) (Minimum 60% overall)
Year 12 Equivalent
  • Higher Secondary Education Board Certificate (Grade 12) (Minimum 60% overall)
English Equivalent
  • IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) overall (no band less than 5.5) direct entry.
  • IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) overall (no band less than 5.0) - course will be packaged with 10 weeks ELICOS prior to entry.
 
Pakistan
 
Year 10/11 Equivalent
  • ?Higher Secondary School Certificate/ Intermediate Certificate (55% overall minimum)
Year 12 Equivalent
  • Higher Secondary School (Intermediate) (55% overall minimum) Certificate Diploma (Polytechnic/Vocational)
English Equivalent
  • IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) overall (no band less than 5.5) direct entry.
  • IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) overall (no band less than 5.0) - course will be packaged with 10 weeks ELICOS prior to entry.
Sri Lanka
 
Year 10/11 Equivalent
  • GCE 0 levels (4 subject passes)
Year 12 Equivalent
  • Sri Lankan GCE A-Level (3 passes) British GCE A-Level (2 passes)
English Equivalent
  • IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) overall (no band less than 5.5) direct entry.
  • IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) overall (no band less than 5.0) - course will be packaged with 10 weeks ELICOS prior to entry.