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Creative Industries

Do you have a flair for creativity?

North Metropolitan TAFE has been at the forefront of training professional artists seeking a career in the creative industries since the first and oldest art school in the state was established at Perth Technical School and consequently at Midland Junction Technical School in the 1900s.

These days, we deliver many and varied creative areas across our Leederville, Joondalup and Perth campuses. Courses remain current through valued industry partnerships and are delivered by industry experts with unparalleled experience and skills.

As a student, you also have access to unique work placements, gaining exposure to current industry practices.

Explore our sub-industries to find the right course for you to harness your creativity!

 

 

Follow these links for a comprehensive collection of student and staff work.

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    Sewing 1


    Learn the basics of sewing

    This is a beginner course where you will learn some basic sewing machine techniques, how to thread a sewing machine and wind thread to a bobbin, as well as how to lay and cut your fabric.

    Campuses
    • Perth

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Sewing 2


    Add to your existing sewing techniques

    Learn new skills and build confidence with techniques such as flat felled seams, French seams, darts and zip closures.

    Campuses
    • Perth

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Sewing 3

    State ID SC-PFT-V2379

    Do you want to learn how to sew a bomber jacket?

    Develop new sewing skills with more advanced construction techniques.

    Campuses
    • Perth

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Studio Production Environment Skill Set

    State ID EAC93

    Enhance your digital skills

    This skill set is aimed at graduates of the Advanced Diploma of Screen & Media (Animation/Games Art) who are wanting to specialise. It is designed to help you be more competitive in marketing yourself and finding employment.

    Campuses
    • Perth

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Video Projection Art and Mapping Skill Set

    State ID EAF50

    Keen to dive into the creative world of lighting projection?

    Perfect for creative, tech-savvy individuals keen to work on visual projects at festivals, events, or in the community.

    Campuses
    • Perth

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Certificate II in Visual Arts

    National ID CUA20720 | State ID BGS4

    Start your visual arts journey and build on your creative skills

    You'll gain the skills and knowledge to experiment with materials and create a variety of art works such as paintings, sculptures, ceramics, textiles, printmaking and electronic art.

    Campuses
    • Perth

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Certificate III in Visual Arts

    National ID CUA31125 | State ID BOE7

    Let your creativity flow!

    Learn how to create two and three dimensional forms in a variety of visual arts areas.

    Campuses
    • Perth

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Certificate IV in Visual Arts

    National ID CUA41320 | State ID BGR8

    Explore a variety of mediums in an immersive visual arts experience

    Painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, printmaking and digital art are all covered in the course. You'll get to experiment, explore and develop as an artist while benefiting from our long history of creative arts...

    Campuses
    • Perth

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Diploma of Visual Arts

    National ID CUA51125 | State ID BOG7

    Refine your skills and bring your ideas to life

    This course provides you with opportunities to focus on painting, print media, ceramics, sculpture and digital art. You'll refine your skills in classes delivered in excellent facilities in the creative and cultural heart of the...

    Campuses
    • Perth

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Advanced Diploma of Visual Arts

    National ID CUA60725 | State ID BOF3

    Bring your creative ideas and visions to life in an holistic studio environment

    This course is designed for artists and designers from visual art, jewellery and product design who are seeking to refine their skills and knowledge.

    Campuses
    • Perth

    Study Modes
    • On campus