CUV40403-1

Certificate IV in Photoimaging

Program CRICOS Number:069720J

This nationally accredited qualification is designed to enable the individual to work within the photography industry. The course incorporates both digital and analogue skills in black and white and colour. Students will be introduced to a broad range of skills including lighting, image capture, medium format, digital enhancement and output.

To be granted the Certificate IV, students must successfully complete all 11 mandatory units plus 7 other elective units.

Please note that in the study of performance arts, visual art, and design within a contemporary context, some content may be personally challenging.



Entry Requirements

English Proficiency: IELTS 5.5 (with no individual band less than 5.0) or TOEFL 530 or ISLPR 2+   
and
School Leavers must have completed Year 10 or equivalent with a Sound Achievement in English  
or
Non school-leavers are selected according to eligibility and merit, vocational experience, previous study and personal competencies  
and
Submission of a folio relating to Photography
View Folio Requirements

Career Opportunities

Many fields within the professional photographic industry.

Program Duration

Full Time : 38 weeks (2 semesters)

19 weeks per semester

Program Articulation

Successful completion of this program may assist students to gain entry into further study programs and/or may contribute towards study credits.

Specifically, the Certificate IV in Photoimaging leads into the Diploma of Photoimaging and may aid in entry to Institutions of higher education programs.

Program Award

Certificate IV

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training.

For additional information relating to RPL for this program, please contact:

The RPL Co-ordinator
13 72 48
rplcoordinator@southbank.edu.au

Venue

  • Southbank Campus

How to Apply

Contact Southbank International Services:
Email: sbit.international@southbank.edu.au
Mail: Locked Mail Bag 111
South Brisbane QLD 4101
Australia
Telephone: +(617) 3244 5100
Facsimile: +(617) 3244 5588

Applications Close

There is only one intake per year, February. Applications can be made any time prior to the commencement of the program.

Cost


 $14,500.00


Students would be expected to have access to a reasonable quality, 35mm SLR camera (film or digital) with manual capability. Applicants need to be aware that additional sundry materials and equipment could cost up to $1,500.00

For Additional Information

Location:International
Telephone:(617) 3244 5100
Facsimile:(617) 3244 5588
Address 
In Person: 66 Ernest Street
C Block, Ground Level
South Brisbane
Mail: Southbank International Services
Locked Mail Bag 111
SOUTH BRISBANE QLD 4101
AUSTRALIA
Email: sbit.international@southbank.edu.au
Find us at:www.sbi.net.au

Outline

Course Code Course Name
CUECOR02B Work with others
BSBOHS201A Participate in OHS processes
CUVCRS11B Select and prepare work for exhibition
CUVCRS14B Prepare, store and maintain finished work
CUVDES04B Integrate colour theory and design processes in response to a brief
BSBDES402A Interpret and respond to a design brief
CUVPHI01B Source and apply photo-imaging industry knowledge
CUVPHI03B Research and apply information on the traditions which inform photo-imaging practice
CUVPHI04B Apply photo-imaging lighting techniques
CUVPHI05B Use a 35mm SLR camera or digital equivalent
CUVPHI06B Plan and carry out image capture in response to a brief
CUVPHI07B Process photo-images to work print/file stage
CUVPHI08B Enhance, manipulate and output photo-images
CUVPHI09B Use colour materials, processing and printing in a wet darkroom context
CUVPHI10B Use and extend wet darkroom techniques to produce monochrome photographs
BSBWOR401A Establish effective workplace relationships
CUVCOR04B Originate concept for own work and conduct critical discourse
WRRS4B Build relationships with customers

International Student Information

Southbank Institute of Technology is situated in the city of Brisbane and is Queensland’s largest Government Vocational Education provider, with over 30,000 student enrolments per year. Southbank Institute of Technology is an ideal place to study. The Institute campus is located at Southbank close to Brisbane’s Central Business District (CBD) and vibrant inner city areas.

Students at Southbank Institute of Technology have access to the Institute’s wide range of facilities and services. These include the Auditorium, Beauty and Natural Therapies Clinic, Bookshop, Cafe, Computer Laboratories, Conference and Function Facilities, Gymnasium and a Restaurant. Some of these facilities are staffed by the students from the Institute.

Teaching methods combine face-to-face delivery, self-study and project work. Students may be required to complete work experience and/or field trips to be eligible for the program award. Southbank Institute of Technology assists students in finding appropriate organisations in which to complete this component. The majority of classes are conducted in modern, air conditioned venues. Students have access to computers in our extensive library and e-Learn centre located on campus.

Students may be required to sit for both open and closed book examinations and in some cases may be required to perform skills tests and/or oral presentations. Individual or group project work may also be used to determine competency.

The International Sales and Administration Teams consists of administrative and support staff, dedicated to assisting students throughout the various stages of study. This assistance ranges from Program Information to Admission Procedures, Entry Requirements and requirements for extending studies to Diploma or Degree level. The International Student Support Officer provides assistance with accommodation, Overseas Student Health Cover, public transport information and can refer students to other support services within and outside the Institute.
This brochure was last updated Tuesday, 16 February 2010
All information was accurate at time of printing, however, Institute policies, fees and details are subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolments, accreditation and registration requirements
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