CUA60725 Advanced Diploma of Visual Arts
Time to get crafty!
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who have para-professional level technical, creative and conceptual skills to originate, realise and exhibit a substantial body of resolved work that expresses their own creative vision.
Overview
Campus Geraldton
When Semester 2, 2026
Study Mode On campus
Duration 1 Year
Time to get crafty!
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who have para-professional level technical, creative and conceptual skills to originate, realise and exhibit a substantial body of resolved work that expresses their own creative vision. Individuals at this level work within and across many mediums, and their practice may incorporate ceramics, art management, digital art, glasswork, drawing and illustration, jewellery making, painting, photomedia, printmaking, public art, sculpture, textiles or wood design. Practice at this level is underpinned by application of art theory and history, the ability to engage in critical discourse and to debate one’s own work and the work of others.
Visual artists may work in their own practice, or a wide range of contexts across the arts, government or commercial organisations and bring visual arts perspective to areas such as business, community services and science. The job roles that relate to this qualification may include Printmaker, Photographer, Illustrator, Visual Artist, Ceramic Artist, Painter, Public Artist, Sculptor, Textile Designer, Woodwork Designer, Digital Artist, Glasswork Artist, Arts Practitioner, and Visual Arts Professional.
It's important to think about the key attributes you are likely to need to study and work in this field. Take a look at the essential skills and knowledge and consider if you might face any challenges in meeting the course expectations and requirements to make an informed choice about the suitability of this course for you:
- Have self-motivation and organisation skills
- Have a keen interest in creative expression & creative business practice
- Be able to understand and respect other people’s perspectives and views
- Have good time-management and organisational skills
- Have good communication skills to interact with others respectfully
- Have sound computer skills and the use of software applications
- Be able to follow instructions, work health and safety procedures
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Semester 2, 2026
Details
Course fees
Units and fees
To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete twelve (12) units of competence, comprising six (6) core and six (6) elective units selected from the options provided below.
Core
| National ID Unit title | General | Resource |
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| BSBCRT611 Apply critical thinking for complex problem solving | $318.45 | $63.73 |
| CUAACD611 Extend professional expertise with drawing and other visual representation tools | $318.45 | $0.00 |
| CUAPPR611 Originate a body of independent creative work | $405.30 | $167.27 |
| CUAPPR613 Engage in the business of creative practice | $376.35 | $75.25 |
| CUAPPR614 Publicly present a body of own creative work | $318.45 | $167.27 |
| CUARES612 Extend cultural research expertise | $260.55 | $52.46 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General | Resource |
|---|---|---|
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$173.70 | $22.85 |
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$202.65 | $0.00 |
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$347.40 | $0.00 |
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$347.40 | $0.00 |
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$231.60 | $0.00 |
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$144.75 | $0.00 |
Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.
- Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
- Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
- Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
- Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees only. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
- For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
- Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
- Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
- Secondary school aged persons (in 2026, students born on or after 1 July 2008 who are at least 15 years old in 2026) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply.
- VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.
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