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Key details

Duration

0.5 year/s

This program is delivered over a period of 1 Semester.

Intake

Locations

Casuarina
Not available to international students.

Course code

VTP417

Overview

This course will provide you with the skills and knowledge required to experiment with digital imaging techniques and ideas to develop an individual style or voice.

The course applies to those who produce digital images for electronic media or physical/online display in art publications and galleries. They organise and finalise these digital images, evaluating their work and making required changes.

Further study options may include Certificate IV in Visual Arts, Certificate IV in Design or Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services.

Career opportunities

Completion of this course will equip students with advanced skills that may assist career development in digital media in areas such as content designers, graphic designers and social media designers.

Credit transfers and advanced standing

Skill recognition

Skills recognition is not applicable to this course. CDU's short courses are highly targeted courses designed to help you improve a specific skill. They will help you improve your career prospects, maintain currency in your field, or allow you to try out something completely new.

Pathways

VET to Higher Education Pathway Mapping for completed Awards in the same field or discipline.

Further training pathways from this program include, but are not limited to, CUA40420 Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services, CUA41320 Certificate IV in Visual Arts, or qualifications in Screen and Media.

Fees

Fee-Free TAFE: eligible NT government supported students who apply between 1 January and 31 March 2023 will have tuition fees waived if completed before June 2024.

2023 course fee for students who are eligible for an NT Government supported place is $420.00, and for students who are not eligible is $1,500.00.

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Why study at CDU?

Whether you learn on campus or online, you will be studying with a proud multi-sector university that’s a leader in research and flexible study delivery. CDU is innovative, industry-relevant and student-centred. Our students are at the heart of all that we do.

  • Benefit from smaller class sizes for more personalised attention
  • Online learners receive the same support as their on-campus peers
  • Enjoy inclusive, welcoming learning environments
  • Utilise our deep connections with industry, businesses and communities in the Northern Territory, across Australia, and beyond

What will I study?

To achieve the vocational training program VTP417 - Digital Media Content Design a total of two (2) units of competency must be completed as listed below.

Course structure

Students will be issued with a Statement of Attainment upon successful completion.

The total Nominal Hours for this training program is 120.
 

CodeModule/Unit of CompetencyHours
UNITS OF COMPETENCY
CUADIG315Produce digital images50
CUADIG415Produce innovative digital images70
 Total nominal hours for the training program120

 

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

Students must have access to Adobe Creative Suite.

Students will undertake an LLN assessment to determine individual support requirements, if applicable.

The people-first approach to flexibility and supportive learning environment at CDU meant I could find a balance with study, work and family life.

Nikki

CDU student

Nikki Govan

Through the experiences I’ve had of exhibiting my art in open spaces, I’ve learned about the joys and challenges of engaging diverse publics in art. It has encouraged me to do more in art and in engaging with others.

Luci

CDU student

Luci's art

Course details

Accreditation

This is a non-award course and a Statement of Attainment will be issued for nationally recognised units of competency successfully completed.

Location and study mode

Delivery at all locations is subject to sufficient demand and resources.

Locations: Casuarina

Study Mode: Online

Subject to demand other locations and modes may become available throughout the year.

Additional information

Sector
Vocational Education & Training
Industry groups
ARTS,ENTERTAINMENT,SPORTS AND RECREATION
Occupation types
Light Technician
Area of study
Creative Arts and Design, Communications and Design, Creative and Performing Arts, Arts

Contact details

Email:Student.Central@cdu.edu.au. Phone: 1800 061 963 (free call).

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How to apply

How to apply direct to CDU

Applications to CDU must be submitted online.

 

You will need a valid email address to create your online account.

 

Once you have started the application you will have the option of saving your application and resuming it at a later date.

 

There is no application fee when you apply online.

Find a CDU agent partner to help you apply

Applicants may seek further information about international education in Australia from theAustralian Government Department of Education and Training or from our overseas / external representatives.

 

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