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CUA30520

Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Cultural Arts

Set yourself on the path to a creative career in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander arts industry. Gain the practical skills required to gain an entry-level position as an artist.

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STUDY LOCATIONS Far North Queensland
WAYS TO STUDY On campus
NEXT INTAKE Start date: 07 May 2024 Duration: 1 year View all intakes
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Concession
$1,000
Subsidised
$1,000
Full Fee
$7,300
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Course overview

Set yourself on the path to a creative career in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander arts industry. Gain the practical skills required to gain an entry-level position as a performer or artist. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander arts are a rich contribution to Australia’s diverse contemporary culture and national identity. Now more than ever artists are depicting their culture in their art and showcasing it in mainland exhibitions.

This course will help you develop a range of art and craft skills in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural arts. Develop your understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity and learn to apply this knowledge to an arts context. You will gain drawing skills, explore use of colour, and produce paintings, prints and ceramics.

Successful completion of this course will prepare you for further study in this area. You will also be able to enter the industry as an artist or production assistant.

What can I do?

  • Production Assistant
  • Textile Artist
  • Artist

Course outcome:

CUA30520 Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Cultural Arts

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 7 elective units from the list below.

  • UNIT CODE
  • UNIT NAME

  • UNIT CODE
  • AHCILM306
    Follow Aboriginal cultural protocols
    UNIT CODE :
    AHCILM306
    Unit description :
    This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to develop awareness of, and apply the protocols of Aboriginal culture, including the need to identify the appropriate persons when approaching a Community and the cultural and social protocols associated with that task.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Follow Aboriginal cultural protocols

  • UNIT CODE
  • BSBWHS211
    Contribute to the health and safety of self and others
    UNIT CODE :
    BSBWHS211
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work in a manner that is healthy and safe in relation to self and others, and to assist in responding to incidents.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Contribute to the health and safety of self and others

  • UNIT CODE
  • CUAATS111
    Develop understanding of own Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity
    UNIT CODE :
    CUAATS111
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop understanding of the cultural and intellectual properties of one’s own cultural identity.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Develop understanding of own Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity

  • UNIT CODE
  • CUAATS312
    Produce work that expresses own Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity
    UNIT CODE :
    CUAATS312
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to express own cultural identity through artistic practice.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Produce work that expresses own Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity

  • UNIT CODE
  • CUAATS313
    Develop and apply knowledge of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural arts
    UNIT CODE :
    CUAATS313
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and apply knowledge of cultural arts within a specific Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander context. The local cultural knowledge necessary to achieve competency in this unit may only be accessible to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples. This unit also reflects the fact that there is no single Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander culture
  • UNIT NAME
  • Develop and apply knowledge of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural arts

Ways to study
  • You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more

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CAMPUS STUDY MODE START DATE DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Cairns
On campus with some online
07 May 2024
1 year
Full time Residential blocks: 7 May - 17 May 2024, 22 July - 2 August 2024, 30 September - 4 October 2024, 28 October - 8 November 2024, 3 - 7 February 2025, 3 - 14 March 2025
  • Concession: $1,000
  • Subsidised: $1,000
  • Full fee: $7,300
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Cairns

On campus with some online

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    20%
  • On Campus Time
    80%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

07 May 2024

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

1 year

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time Residential blocks: 7 May - 17 May 2024, 22 July - 2 August 2024, 30 September - 4 October 2024, 28 October - 8 November 2024, 3 - 7 February 2025, 3 - 14 March 2025

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Concession: $1,000
  • Subsidised: $1,000
  • Full fee: $7,300
Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

Online, On-Campus

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom

    The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

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Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Cultural Arts (CUA30520)

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Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Cultural Arts

COURSE CODE: CUA30520
Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help. 

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Selection criteria

Whilst this course has no specific entry requirements, the unit CUAATS111 - Develop understanding of own Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Identity and CUAATS312- Product work that expresses own Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity requires interpretation of one's own Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island cultural identity in order to complete the unit of competency. Due to this requirement, enrolment into this core unit is limited to those who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples. 

Students who do not identify as Indigenous or Torres Strait Islanders who complete all other units in this qualification will only receive a Statement of Attainment.

You will be required to undertake bksb online literacy and numeracy indicator prior to enrolment.

Resources required

It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

Learn more about University Pathways

  • James Cook University
  • Southern Cross University
  • University of Canberra
  • Griffith University
  • Queensland University of Technology
  • University of Southern Queensland

How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online. 

Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.

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