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NONAC10118

Studio Access

Non-accredited Short Course

Gain exclusive studio access for ceramics at our state-of-the-art facility. 

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STUDY LOCATIONS North Queensland
WAYS TO STUDY On campus
NEXT INTAKE Start date: 28 Jan 2025 Duration: 10 weeks View all intakes
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Full Fee

This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

$230

Course overview

Gain exclusive studio access for ceramics at our state-of-the-art facility.

Unleash your creativity with unlimited access to wheels, hand building equipment and kiln use.

Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned artist, our welcoming space offers a tranquil environment to mould your ceramic sculptures and/or crockery.

Elevate your potters skills with Tuesday or Thursday studio access.

Course outcome:

NONAC10118 Studio Access

Ways to study
  • You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more

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CAMPUS STUDY MODE START DATE DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Cairns
On Campus
28 Jan 2025
10 weeks
Part time 1 day per week
Tuesday
  • Full fee: $230

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Cairns

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

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

28 Jan 2025
DURATION

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

10 weeks
Workload

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

Part time 1 day per week
Tuesday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $230

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

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

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

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

No
ASSESSMENT

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

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

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

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Cairns
On Campus
30 Jan 2025
10 weeks
Part time 1 day per week
Thursday
  • Full fee: $230

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Cairns

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

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

30 Jan 2025
DURATION

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

10 weeks
Workload

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

Part time 1 day per week
Thursday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $230

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

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

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

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

No
ASSESSMENT

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

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

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

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Cairns
On Campus
22 Apr 2025
10 weeks
Part time 1 day per week
Tuesday
  • Full fee: $230

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Cairns

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

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

22 Apr 2025
DURATION

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

10 weeks
Workload

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

Part time 1 day per week
Tuesday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $230

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

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

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

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

No
ASSESSMENT

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

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

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

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Cairns
On Campus
24 Apr 2025
10 weeks
Part time 1 day per week
Thursday
  • Full fee: $230

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Cairns

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

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

24 Apr 2025
DURATION

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

10 weeks
Workload

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

Part time 1 day per week
Thursday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $230

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

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

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

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

No
ASSESSMENT

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

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

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

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Cairns
On Campus
15 Jul 2025
10 weeks
Part time 1 day per week
Tuesday
  • Full fee: $230

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Cairns

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

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

15 Jul 2025
DURATION

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

10 weeks
Workload

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

Part time 1 day per week
Tuesday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $230

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

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

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

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

No
ASSESSMENT

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

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

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

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Cairns
On Campus
17 Jul 2025
10 weeks
Part time 1 day per week
Thursday
  • Full fee: $230

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Cairns

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

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

17 Jul 2025
DURATION

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

10 weeks
Workload

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

Part time 1 day per week
Thursday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $230

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

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

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

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

No
ASSESSMENT

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

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

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

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Cairns
On Campus
07 Oct 2025
10 weeks
Part time 1 day per week
Tuesday
  • Full fee: $230

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Cairns

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

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

07 Oct 2025
DURATION

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

10 weeks
Workload

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

Part time 1 day per week
Tuesday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $230

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

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

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

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

No
ASSESSMENT

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

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

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

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Cairns
On Campus
09 Oct 2025
10 weeks
Part time 1 day per week
Thursday
  • Full fee: $230

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Cairns

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

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

09 Oct 2025
DURATION

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

10 weeks
Workload

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

Part time 1 day per week
Thursday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $230

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

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

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

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

No
ASSESSMENT

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

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

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

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom

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Studio Access (NONAC10118)

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Studio Access

COURSE CODE: NONAC10118
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

Selection criteria

You will need to have completed the Introduction to Wheel-Thrown Pottery (Stoneware) before commencing this course.

Resources required

You will be required to wear covered shoes in the studio at all times. 

You will need to bring: 

  • All your own clay and any specialist materials that may be specific to your research, for example: underglazes or lustres.
  • P2 dust mask
  • An old towel a large sponge for cleaning wheels
  • A lidded bucket for recycling
  • A journal
  • Pen
  • Pencil
  • Plastic ruler

Clay is available from: 

  • Oxlades Art Supplies, 192 Newell Street, West Court
  • The Potters Club, 28a Grove Street, Cairns
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.