Course Curriculum

The Stage 1 Diploma of Arts and Creative Industries (CRICOS Code 087938G) is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in both academic and creative disciplines. To complete the program, students must undertake six core units and two elective units. The core units include Academic Research & Writing and Academic Communication Skills, which help build essential writing and presentation skills for academic and professional settings. Design Skills and Introduction to Design Computing introduce students to the creative process and digital design tools, while Computing, Robotics, and Future Technologies provides insight into emerging technologies relevant to creative industries. Studies in Society encourages students to critically engage with cultural and social contexts, enhancing their understanding of the world and their role in it. In addition to the core curriculum, students select two electives from Management and Marketing, allowing them to tailor their studies toward business-oriented creative careers. This well-rounded program equips students with practical, creative, and analytical skills, preparing them for further study in fields such as arts, design, communications, or creative industries.