Photography & PHOTO IMAGING

PHOTOGRAPHY

DIPLOMA OF

This course has been designed to develop your knowledge of current trends in photography,

learn to interpret photo-imaging assignment briefs, consult with clients to refine objectives of photography assignments, select appropriate technologies and workflows to capture images, employ aesthetic, conceptual, compositional and technical skills to photo-imaging outcomes and allow you to gain exposure to a variety of shooting styles.

The Diploma of Photography & Photo Imaging is vocationally orientated and provides diverse, professional and exciting outcomes in photography.

Emphasis is placed on all assessments being relevant to the current photographic industry.

Major projects encourage students to showcase their unique signature styles. Final assessments include a portfolio and exhibition to help promote students as artists and also serve as a valuable marketing tool for your career.

This qualification reflects the role of photography practitioners who possess a sound theoretical knowledge base and use a range of specialised and technical competencies to pre-visualise, plan, carry out and evaluate photography services.

DIPLOMA OF PHOTOgraphy & photo IMAGING

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During the course...

\\\\ During the course you will learn the aspects of commercial, editorial/ photo journalism, portraiture and fine art photography.

You will work with such topics as sports and action photography, landscapes, nature, architecture, interiors, fashion, glamour, stock imagery and event photography.

You will also learn extensive digital post production skills with Adobe Photoshop to enable you to create dynamic imagery through graphic effects, and touch up your photos to build a professional and diverse portfolio of work.

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SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETING THIS DIPLOMA COURSE COULD LEAD YOU INTO THE FOLLOWING CAREER OPPORTUNITIES...

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Amazing Career Opportunities

Industry Excursions & Location Shoots

\\\\ The Diploma of Photography & photo Imaging is a nationally recognised qualification under the Australian Qualifications Framework.On successful completion students will receive the CUA50915 Diploma of Photography & Photo Imaging qualification.

Graduates may pursue self-employment or freelance work. They may also seek employment as a photographic assistant in industry sectors such as fine art, portrait, fashion, glamour, wedding, travel, sports, illustrative, digital imaging, photo journalism, stock, landscape or nature. Other potential career paths include technical photography, photo lab assistant or photo store assistant.

\\\\ This course offers regular industry excursions and location photo shoots, which will give you amazing opportuni-ties for portfolio development.

An emphasis on industry involvement and extracurricular projects is encouraged to all students to help promote opportunities for success. Throughout the course there will be many opportunities for you to work with our students studying in our fashion, make-up, beauty, styling and interior design courses — giving you further opportunities and experience.

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PROJECT ORANGUTAN

The Diploma of Photography & Photo Imag-ing students in collaboration with the styling, makeup and fashion faculties, were given the opportunity to produce photos for the foun-dation that would be used on their website.

GOLD COAST TOURISM MAGAZINE

Students created a series of images for Gold Coast Tourism of which an image by

Marlize Marx was published as front cover of the magazine.

Industry CollaborationDuring the course you may have the opportunity to provide media for various “real-life” projects. One of the advantages of attending the Australian Institute of Creative Design is the ability for faculties to work together on some larger projects that would normally not be possible by one faculty alone.

Exhibitions

Units of CompetencyCUADIG405 PRODUCE INNOVATIVE DIGITAL IMAGESCUAPHI509 PLAN AND PRODUCE VISUAL ART PHOTO IMAGESCUAPHI513 EMPLOY COLOUR MANAGEMENT IN A DIGITAL IMAGING WORKPLACECUAPHI502 RESEARCH AND APPLY PHOTO IMAGING TRENDSCUAPHI503 EXPLORE THE DESCRIPTIVE AND EMOTIVE NATURE OF PHOTO LIGHTINGCUAACD512 WORK WITH PHOTOMEDIA IN CREATIVE PRACTICECUAPPR501 REALISE A BODY OF WORKCUAPHI501 APPLY VISUAL COMMUNICATION THEORY TO PHOTO IMAGING PRACTICECUAPHI505 PRODUCE COMMERCIAL PHOTO IMAGESCUVPHI507 PRODUCE MEDIA PHOTO IMAGESCUADIG509 INVESTIGATE TECHNOLOGIES FOR THE CREATION OF DIGITAL ARTCUAPPR503 PRESENT A BODY OF OWN CREATIVE WORKBSBCRT402 COLLABORATE IN A CREATIVE PROCESSCUADIG508 REFINE DIGITAL ART TECHNIQUESCUAIND402 PROVIDE FREELANCE SERVICESCUAPHI506 PROVIDE PHOTOGRAPHIC PORTRAIT SERVICESCUAPPR404 DEVELOP SELF AS ARTIST

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STUDENT ID CARD $25

The Student ID Card can be used to receive dis-counts for software of other items from participat-ing retailers. Students who wish to receive conces-sion travel allowances will need a Student ID card as well as apply through Translink for a student ready Go Card (note: you must be a Queensland resident).

BASIC STATIONERY

Students will need to provide basic stationery.

PORTABLE HARD DRIVE

A portable hard drive is recommended of 2TB or more.

PRINTING AND PHOTOCOPYING

We provide printing accounts for students to use the printers at each of the campuses. The minimum credit that can be purchased is $25.00 and once purchased students are provided with a login to the printers to print their items. Printed items are charged as follows... *

PRINTING / COPIES A4 A3

Black & White 10c each print / side 20c each print / side

Colour 50c each print / side $1.00 each print / side

35MM DSLR CAMERA

Students will be required to have their own 35mm DSLR Camera with a minimum requirement of 1 lens, although additional lenses are useful. The course coordinator can provide recommendations to the best type of camera to purchase if required.

Additional equipment required: Tripod and Neutral Density Filters.

Additional expenses may be required and these may include (but are not limited to) petrol money to travel for location shoots and expenses towards any exhibitions during your course.

LAPTOP COMPUTER & DESIGN SOFTWARE

Students will be required to have a laptop computer with a wireless network connection to be able to access our wireless network. Please check this course’s webpage to see the laptop and software minimum requirements.

Required Equipment

learning resources & equipment are provided by us during your course of study

* IMPORTANT: Please note that pricing and minimum requirements may change without notice. To ensure correct information please always check our website for the most up to date information or contact our admin team.

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Course FeesVET FEE-HELP is a government loan scheme which assists eligible students under-taking certain courses to pay for all or part of their tuition fees. The loan allows students to study now and pay later by deferring loan repayments until your income is above the minimum repayment threshold ($54,126 in 2015-2016). Once you reach the repayment threshold, repayments are made to the Australian Government through the tax system.

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR VET FEE-HELP YOU MUST:

• be an Australian citizen or permanent humanitarian visa holder who will be a resident in Australia for the duration of your study,

• meet the tax file number requirements, and

• have not exceeded the FEE-HELP limit.

To see a full list of eligibility criteria please visit www.aicd.edu.au/vet-fee-help.php

IF YOU ARE ELIGIBLE FOR VET FEE-HELPStudents may choose to pay for all or part of their tuition fees upfront for the entire course, academic year or unit of study

and/or can apply for a VET FEE-HELP loan for all or part of the tuition fees. Course fees are due no later than the Census date for each unit of study.

Please refer to the Schedule of VET Tuition Fees for information on census dates and units of study.

IF YOU ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR VET FEE-HELPTo secure a position in the course, students must pay a minimum deposit as a non-refundable administration fee.

Payment Plan: Weekly or fortnightly direct debit payments deb-ited by Ezypay Pty Ltd. Payment plans will only be accepted if set up on Ezypay’s direct debit system.

For full details of weekly or fortnightly payment plans please con-tact administration, or discuss during your interview.

“ The whole course was amazing and gave me the best understanding of photography. I don’t think I would be where I am today without the mentoring and training from AICD. ”

REBECCA LEWIS, GRADUATE

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\\\\ This course runs over 1 year, three days per week, 9am-3.30pm. For a complete listing of Term start and finish dates please visit our website for this course.

NOTE: This course may also be available as a part time course, across 3 years, one day per week. Please contact us for details.

GOLD COAST CAMPUS14/475 Scottsdale Drive, Varsity Lakes, QLD 4227

BRISBANE CAMPUS29 Amelia St,

Fortitude Valley, QLD 4006

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About Us

WHO ARE WEWe are Queensland’s foremost fashion, arts and design college — where creative people become creative professionals. Our campuses are located in Brisbane and Gold Coast. Our highly sought-after teaching staff are industry experts who deliver their courses with a passion and energy second to none.

WHAT WE DOWe provide the highest standard of educa-tion for a wide range of creative courses.

HOW WE DO ITBy providing smaller classes we create an environment where trainers engage with their students on a one to one level.

THE DIFFERENCE

Our difference stems from our ability to facilitate education at university standards whilst continuing to provide the intimacy of a smaller college. With our diverse range of courses and highly energetic and passionate teachers, students will realise their potential and be able to follow their passion.

\\\\ We offer a contemporary environment for creative people that delivers innova-tive outcomes. we offer passionate industry recognised trainers, ongoing mento-ring and industry based programs that enhance the students’ achievements well after the completion of their chosen course.

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TO APPLY, JUST FOLLOW THESE STEPS:

1 ARRANGE AN INTERVIEWArrange an interview time by phoning us on (07) 55 938 335. (If you live outside the South East QLD area and are unable to attend an interview, please phone us to have an application form and questionaire posted to you).

2 ATTEND THE APPOINTMENTAttend a student interview and complete the short inter-view questionaire and application form.

3 RECEIVE ACCEPTANCE LETTERSuccessful applicants will receive an acceptance letter along with enrolment forms and student handbook in the mail.

4 RETURN ENROLMENT FORMTo enrol return the signed enrolment form.

Application & Enrolment Process

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WWW.AICD.EDU.AU

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Head Office: 14/475 Scottsdale Drv, Varsity Lakes QLD 4227

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