Certificate III in Visual Arts (CUA31120) at Humanitas High School

The Certificate III in Visual Arts at Humanitas High School is a dynamic, multi-disciplinary qualification that embraces the full spectrum of creative arts and industries. Designed to run over two years, this program is delivered alongside the International Baccalaureate Career-related Program (IBCP), allowing students to develop both their artistic practice and broader employability skills.

A Broad and Flexible Qualification

This qualification is structured to encourage creative exploration across multiple disciplines, including visual arts, design, writing, and media. Students engage in a diverse range of artistic and industry-relevant experiences, ensuring they develop a well-rounded skill set applicable to creative careers.

Units of Study

Core Units:

• CUAPPR311 – Produce creative work

• BSBWHS211 – Contribute to the health and safety of self and others

• CUAACD311 – Produce drawings to communicate ideas

• CUARES301 – Apply knowledge of history and theory to own arts practice

Elective Units – Group A (Creative and Design-Focused):

• BSBCRT201 – Develop and apply thinking and problem-solving skills

• CUADES201 – Follow a design process

• CUAPPR211 – Make simple creative work

• CUAPPR312 – Document the creative work progress

• CUAPPR314 – Participate in collaborative creative projects

Elective Units – Group B (Communication and Collaboration-Focused):

• BSBWRT311 – Write simple documents

• BSBTWK201 – Work effectively with others

• CUAWRT301 – Write content for a range of media

Project-Based Learning Approach

This course is structured around seven major projects, each focusing on different creative themes and skill development:

1. Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) – Understanding safety in creative workspaces

2. Creative 1 – Identity – Exploring personal and artistic identity through creative practice

3. Creative 2 – Metamorphosis – Transformation and artistic evolution through various media

4. Community Project (Collaboration) – Working collaboratively on a creative initiative

5. Creative 3 – Challenges – Responding to artistic and conceptual challenges

6. Creative 4 – Historiography – Investigating historical perspectives in art and design

7. Exhibition – Showcasing final works in a professional setting