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Graduate Certificate in Arts

Graduate Certificate

This course is designed to enhance skills in creative disciplines, offering specialisations such as Creative Writing and Fine Art. It includes practical and theoretical learning, industry placements, and opportunities for professional development.

Key details

Degree Type

Graduate Certificate

Duration

0.5 semester full-time

Course Code

GC-ARTS, 098147D

Intake Months

Feb, Jul

International Fees

$20,237 per year / $20,237 total

About this course

Overview

This foundation course is ideal if you want to extend your skills in a creative discipline, add new skill sets to your repertoire, or gain new skills in the arts if you're planning for a career change.

This is a hands-on, practical course with a strong theoretical focus. You will be taught by industry and academic experts who can connect you to relevant industries and creative communities.

You will specialise in one of the following areas:

Creative Writing
Digital Communications
Fine Art
Professional Writing and Publishing
Screen Arts

During your studies, you will practise your skills in our purpose-built facilities and creative outlets, such as the Media Production Studio, painting and sculpture studios and the student-run Grok magazine, and be inspired by the creative works of the John Curtin Gallery.

Upon completing this course, you will be able to apply specialised expertise in creative professional settings. You will also be eligible to enrol in our Master of Arts degree course.

How this course will make you industry ready

We provide on-campus industry and community-based initiatives to enhance your learning and skills development. You will undertake a major project under the supervision of an experienced member of staff. This project can become an important portfolio piece for many students.

You will practise your skills on placement with industry, arts and community organisations in Australia and overseas, developing your confidence and engagement with relevant networks. You may also have an opportunity to engage with award-winning artists, writers and researchers on staff through our on-campus residency programs.

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

What you need in order to get into this course. There are different pathway options depending on your level of work and education experience.

English requirements

Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.

IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System)

Writing: 6
Speaking: 6
Reading: 6
Listening: 6
Overall band score: 6.5

Credit for recognised learning (CRL)

Use your experience to get credit towards your degree

Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.

What you will learn

What you'll learn

understand the discipline of a selected field in the Arts, its theoretical underpinnings, ways of thinking and professional or creative approaches; understand and apply established knowledge, principles, and professional or creative practices in chosen aspects of the Arts
apply logical and rational processes to analyse the components of a subject or project and engage critically with the subject matter to respond creatively within a selected communication paradigm
determine what information is needed and where it might be found using appropriate technologies; make valid judgements and synthesise information from a range of sources and apply best practice in developing a professional or creative work in response to a particular situation
understand and apply a range of learning strategies; take responsibility for one's own learning and development; think globally and consider issues from a variety of perspectives and apply relevant international standards, tools and practices to one's professional or creative practice
acknowledge the interrelationship between local, national, and global perspectives and the impact of these on the Arts: recognise individual human rights, and appreciate the importance of cultural diversity and the sensitivities which may be created when engaging with and representing issues pertaining to ethnic and community groups
demonstrate professional behaviour and standards and work collaboratively to apply them in all aspects of creative practice and production-related activities

Career pathways

Careers

Artist
Arts administrator
Audio, broadcasting or theatre technician
Cinematographer
Copywriter
Curator
Digital content creator
Film, theatre or television director
Media liaison officer
Multimedia developer
Creative production manager
Publisher
Technical artist
Visualisation specialist

Industries

Arts and creative industries
Advertising and marketing
Film and television
Media and entertainment
Publishing

Credit for prior study or work

Credit for recognised learning (CRL)

Use your experience to get credit towards your degree

Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.

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How to apply

Please review information on how to apply for the campus of your choice

Curtin Perth

Please note that each campus has different application deadlines. View our application deadlines page for further information.

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