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1 Year
On-campus. Interactive learning in a face-to-face environment. Classes will be held at a Melbourne Polytechnic campus or partner institute.
Full time
February
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Prahran Campus
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
VRQA / ASQA
Accreditation Status
AccreditedCourse Content
Undertake marketing activities
Elective
Develop social media engagement plans
Elective
Refine drawing and other visual representation tools
Core
Research and apply light and colour
Elective
Plan Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural arts projects
Elective
Establish, negotiate and refine a design brief
Elective
Refine glassworking techniques
Elective
Investigate glassworking materials and processes
Elective
Refine kiln cast glass techniques
Elective
Realise a body of creative work
Core
Develop sustainability of own professional practice
Core
Present a body of own creative work
Core
Establish and maintain safe creative practice
Core
Extend expertise in a specialised art form to professional level
Elective
Apply innovation in contemporary designed glass
Elective
Common Questions
No. The Diploma of Visual Arts CUA51120 (Glasswork) is the first of its kind in Australia and was developed in association with Glaas Inc, a not-for-profit organisation which promotes the use of glass in art, architecture and construction. This association ensures support and opportunities for Melbourne Polytechnic students learning and working in designed glazing throughout Australia.
For local students, the government subsidised tuition fee is $11,450 and the non-subsidised fee is $16,450. The maximum annual amenities fee is $260, bringing the total payable to $11,710 (subsidised) or $16,710 (non-subsidised). Fees displayed are indicative only and subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding.
Entry requirements include previous art glass making experience, Australian Year 12 equivalency (or equivalent), and attendance at an interview and visit to Melbourne Polytechnic's Glass Studio. International students must also meet English language requirements: Academic IELTS 6.0 overall, Pearson PTE Academic 50 overall, or Melbourne Polytechnic recognised equivalency.
You will build a folio of work based on projects and class exercises and be assessed on completed projects and final folio submissions. The course is delivered through studio-based, on-campus learning with classes held on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.
Yes. Diploma students may be eligible for a VET Student Loan to help cover tuition fees. Melbourne Polytechnic also offers a range of payment options to help you pay your tuition fees. Contact Melbourne Polytechnic on 1300 635 276 to find out if you're eligible for a Government subsidy or other financial assistance.
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