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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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    Pattern Making Basics Skill Set

    State ID EAE86

    Take your next step in fashion design and design your own patterns

    This skill set will give you beginner pattern making techniques to get started on your own patterns.

    Campuses
    • Perth

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Certificate IV in Photography and Digital Imaging

    National ID CUA41120 | State ID BGT5

    Prepare yourself for success with the Certificate IV in Photography and Digital Imaging

    North Metropolitan TAFE is a multi award winning tertiary college with units that are innovative, dynamic and showcase what photography is today.

    Campuses
    • Perth

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Diploma of Photography and Digital Imaging

    National ID CUA50920 | State ID BGR7

    Learn to create powerful and effective images for a range of audiences and genres

    This course blends theoretical and practical skills in photography and digital imaging.

    Campuses
    • Perth

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Photography Darkroom Introduction

    State ID SC-PPH-V0749

    Photography - the traditional way

    Move away from the clinical environment of the digital lab and rediscover the magic of traditional wet darkroom with this short course.

    Campuses
    • Perth

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Photography Essentials

    State ID SC-PPH-V0745

    Get the most out of your digital camera

    Learn the fundamentals of using a DSLR (digital single lens reflex) camera with this short course that demonstrates the advantages of using a DSLR in manual mode thus harnessing the creative potential of the camera.

    Campuses
    • Perth

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Photography Essentials Plus

    State ID SC-PPH-V0746

    Expand your photography skills

    Follows on from the Photography Essentials (previously Stage 1) course and allows photographers to take their photography to the next level.

    Campuses
    • Perth

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Certificate II in Printing and Graphic Arts

    National ID ICP20120 | State ID BFC3

    Take on a range of essential tasks in the printing and graphic arts industry

    This preparatory qualification can be used as a pathway into a range of specialist Certificate III qualifications. You'll work under supervision demonstrating the skills gained in this Certificate II.

    Campuses
    • Perth

    Study Modes
    • Traineeship

    Product Design Process Skill Set

    State ID EAF09

    Are you ready to dive into the creative processes behind designing and developing innovative products?

    This course is designed for those eager to explore the principles and techniques used in product design.

    Campuses

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Product Development and Release Skill Set

    State ID EAC92

    Create and present a completed work of digital art

    This could be 2D or 3D digital art, 2D/3D animation, or a game. You will gain a well-developed command of materials, process and technique.

    Campuses
    • Perth

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Relief Printmaking Skill Set

    State ID EAD91

    Add print making to your portfolio

    You'll cover mark making on a lino block, photo transfer techniques, editioning of single colour prints, and the use of a printing press.

    Campuses
    • Perth

    Study Modes
    • On campus