- Study a diploma and degree in four years
- Combine vocational training with university education
- Expand qualifications and career opportunities
Program summary
Program title: Diploma of Visual Arts / Bachelor of Arts
QTAC code: 518544 FT
OP/Rank for 2012 entry: Not applicable
Duration: 4 years full-time
Commence: Semester 1 only
Study mode: on campus
Prerequisites: Satisfactory portfolio
Recommended prior study: English
Fee type 2012: Commonwealth supported places, fee paying places
Total units: 288 units (normally 24 courses) being 192 units (16 courses) completed at the University of the Sunshine Coast and 96 units advanced standing (equal to 8 courses) upon completion of the Diploma at the Sunshine Coast Institute of TAFE (SCIT)
USC program code: AR3AF
CRICOS code: Not available to international students on a Student Visa.
Please note: New students are not required to complete any USC courses until they complete their TAFE diploma.
In this dual qualification you first complete the Diploma of Visula Arts at TAFE Queensland (SCIT campus in Noosa) and then complete the degree at USC.
In the diploma you gain the knowledge and skills to manipulate elements and principles of art within a visual arts context. Courses include life drawing, general drawing, context and culture, contemporary art studies, art business practice, research, community process, and occupational health and safety. The program focuses on design and development of concepts for visual arts production and incorporates core studies relating to culture and professional practice. The bachelor component provides a complementary theoretical grounding in arts and social sciences. Refer to the Bachelor of Arts for more information.
Please note: This full-time program commences only in Semester 1 each year. New students are not required to complete any USC courses until they complete their TAFE diploma.
Career opportunities
Refer to separate entry for Bachelor of Arts.
Teaching mode
There are different teaching modes between the SCIT diploma modules and the University’s Bachelor of Arts courses. Diploma modules are face-to-face teaching with performance-based assessment. The University’s Bachelor of Arts courses include 3 or 4 hours of contact per course per week, generally in the mode of a 1-hour lecture and a 2-hour tutorial. Students complete a further 6 to 7 hours of self-directed learning per course per week. The self-directed learning consists of readings, research, assignments and other assessment items.
Enquiries
Sunshine Coast Institute of TAFE (SCIT)
Tel: +61 7 5459 3000
Email: sct.information@det.qld.gov.au
Refer to the Sunshine Coast TAFE website
University of the Sunshine Coast
- Contact Student Administration for application and admission information
- Contact the Faculty of Arts and Business for program advice
Program Leader
Dr Debra Livingston
Tel: +61 7 5430 1252
Email: dlivings@usc.edu.au
Program structure
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete 13 required courses and 3 electives.
- Complete at a minimum 1 major and 1 minor from the School of Communication or School of Social Sciences
- Complete no more than 10 introductory level courses, including core courses and courses credited from study at TAFE.
- Complete no more than 6 School of Business or Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering courses.
- Register your selected Major and Minor with Student Administration.
- Present your completed Diploma of Visual Arts to enable 8 courses (96 units) of transfer credits to be applied to your academic record.
Program notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses).
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods.
- As part of your USC program, you may apply to participate in the Global Opportunities (GO) Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues.
- Not available to international students on a Student Visa.
- When enrolling, refer to the Study Plan.
Core course
1 required course
COR109 Science Research Methods
Major courses
8 courses towards your chosen School of Communication or School of Social Sciences major study area.
Minor courses
4 courses towards your chosen School of Communication or School of Social Sciences minor study area.
Elective courses
Select 3 elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
TOTAL UNITS 192
Study Plan
The Diploma in Visual Arts/Bachelor of Arts Study Plan is for students commencing in the current semester.
Year 1
- One (1) core course
- Three (3) courses towards your School of Communication or School of Social Sciences major
- Two (2) courses towards your chosen School of Communication or School of Social Sciences minor
- Two (2) elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
Core courses (1)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| COR109 Environment and Health |
Major courses (3)
Select 3 courses from your chosen School of Communication or School of Social Sciences major study area.
Minor courses (2)
Select 2 courses from your chosen School of Communication or School of Social Sciences minor study area.
Elective courses (2)
Select 2 elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
Year 2
- Five (5) courses towards your chosen School of Communication or School of Social Sciences major
- Two (2) courses towards your chosen School of Communication or School of Social Sciences minor
- One (1) elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
Major courses (5)
Select 5 courses from your chosen School of Communication or School of Social Sciences major study area.
Minor courses (2)
Select 2 courses from your chosen School of Communication or School of Social Sciences minor study area.
Elective courses (1)
Select 1 elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
TOTAL UNITS 192