2021 Bendigo TAFE Creative Hair and Hospitality Course Guide

INDIGENOUS INDIGENOUS STUDIES CERTIFICATE II IN ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER CULTURAL ARTS Course code CUA20415 Direct entry / February intake Explore your passion for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural art, where you will develop the basic art-making skills underpinning the visual arts and craft practices, while learning more about your culture and community. You’ll learn techniques in Claywork, Painting, Printmaking, Sculpture and Textiles and how to use them to express your culture in art. This course is suitable for the beginner artist and will assist to develop your personal strengths and connections as well as developing your language literacy and numeracy. If you wish to undertake further tertiary studies, you will also benefit from the folio preparation opportunities. All materials for the course are supplied as part of the program. DURATION Full-time: 1 year Part-time: 2 years PREREQUISITES You must be at least 15 years old to apply. SELECTION PROCESS You will need to attend an interview. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES • Indigenous art worker • Artist FURTHER STUDY OPTIONS Students completing this course can further their studies with the Certificate III in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Arts (CUA30515).. CORE UNITS Contribute to health and safety of self and others BSBWHS201 Use basic drawing techniques CUAACD101 Develop understanding of own Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander identity CUAATS101 Make simple creative work CUAPPR201 Source and use information relevant to own arts practice CUARES202 CERTIFICATE III IN ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER CULTURAL ARTS Course code CUA30515 Direct entry / February intake Pursue your dream of a career in the Indigenous cultural arts sector. You will hone your practical skills in a range of art and craft based units including Claywork, Painting, Printmaking, Sculpture and Textiles. You will also have the opportunity to learn about Contemporary Indigenous arts practise and expressing your cultural identity through art. It may lead to a career as a self-employed artist/crafts person. You may also become a member of a co-operative producing art/ craft works for sale or an assistant in an established art/craft studio. All materials for the course are supplied as part of the program. DURATION Full-time: 2 years Part-time: 2-3 years PREREQUISITES You must be at least 15 years old to apply. SELECTION PROCESS You will need to attend an interview and expected to have an interest in and commitment to Indigenous Art practices. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES • Indigenous art worker • Artist FURTHER STUDY OPTIONS Students could also use work done as part of the course to prepare a body of work for submission as a folio for further Tertiary Visual Arts studies admission. CORE UNITS Contribute to health and safety of self and others BSBWHS201 Develop drawing skills to communicate ideas CUAACD201 Develop understanding of own Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander identity CUAATS101 Develop and apply knowledge of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander cultural arts CUAATS303 Produce creative work CUAPPR301 Apply knowledge of history and theory to own arts practice CUARES301 The Indigenous Education Centre at Bendigo TAFE is a cultural and spiritual centre bringing together Indigenous cultures from across Victoria. Our award winning and nationally accredited Indigenous courses are a culmination of our commitment to the integration of the Indigenous culture in everything we do. Our teachers and staff have created a safe and nurturing environment where you can study a variety of courses. From our dedicated facilities and industry recognised courses to the flexibility and delivery of our programs, when you study at Bendigo TAFE your needs are at the forefront of everything we do.. 56 57 ENROL NOW ENROL NOW