Certificate in Foundation Studies in Visual Arts (Level 3)

About the Programme

The MIT Certificate in Foundation Studies in Visual Arts is designed to staircase students into higher level study in the visual arts.

The programme consists of eight 15 credit courses. In the first semester students undertake courses in drawing, sculpture, photography and painting and in the second semester image manipulation, jewellery making and animation. The eighth course, Learning Success runs across the academic year and focuses on developing the attitudes and skills necessary to academic success.

Offered by

Faculty of Creative Arts - School of Visual Arts

Entry Requirements

Applicants must meet the following entry criteria:

• Present a portfolio that includes 12 images of creative works you have completed in the 18 months previous to your application.  
• Present a 300 word statement explaining your current interests in the visual arts, your reasons for applying to enter the programme and what you hope to learn during your studies. 
• Have English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English.  Any applicants whose first language is not English may be required to provide evidence of an overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 5.5 (with no score below 5.0) or equivalent

Download the portfolio guideline to assist you with the completion of your application.

All applicants must present a portfolio of examples of creative visual work completed in the previous 18 months and a personal statement outlining the reasons for choosing to apply for the programme. Where an applicant’s portfolio does not supply sufficient information to enable a decision on acceptance into the programme, the applicant may be invited to an interview for the purpose of gaining further relevant information.

Cost

$4,752 (approx)

International Student Fees

$16,050 per year

Programme Summary

The Certificate in Foundation Studies in Visual Arts (Level 3) consists of eight 15-credit courses. In the first semester students undertake courses in drawing, sculpture, photography and painting and in the second semester image manipulation, jewellery making and animation. The eighth course, Learning Success runs across the academic year and focuses on developing the attitudes and skills necessary to achieve academic success.

Course Descriptions
Drawing From Nature

Develop and build confidence in the use of formal visual elements within the discipline of drawing using Nature as a theme

Constructing in Space

Develop 3D thinking, design and construction skills and engage in observational drawing activities while developing the ability to deconstruct and analyse physical structures

Photography in the Community

Develop and build on basic photography skills using the camera as a way of exploring their local community and environment

Sensing the Surface
An introduction to the use of painting techniques, surfaces and key issues in contemporary painting

Manipulating the Image

An introduction to a wide range of handmade and digital printing techniques with an emphasis on experimentation of newly acquired skills

Jewellery and Me

A practical introduction to jewellery making skills and some common ideas related to production and contemporary jewellery contexts - towards an understanding of how jewellery is used to establish a personal identity

Time, Space and Motion

A practical introduction to simple non-digital Stop Motion Animation covering 2D and 3D approaches whereby each student will produce a short animated work

Learning Success

To enable students to see themselves as successful learners through a series of reflective and experimental activities that identify a range of learning models

Courses

Further Training or Study

Certificate in Jewellery Techniques
Certificate in Photography
Diploma of Visual Arts

Career Opportunities

While employment may be possible further specialist training should be anticipated at this stage.

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