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    Diploma of Ceramics at Kingswood

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    Diploma of Ceramics

    Course information

    On campusLearn in a face-to-face environment at a TAFE NSW campus.
    CeramicsCourse specialisation
    Part TimeUp to 15 hours per week.
    2 yearsTime required to complete this course.
    9 Feb 2026First day of attendance online or on campus.
    3 Dec 2027Final day of attendance online or on campus.

    Class details

    Kingswood
    10 hoursDedicated hours required each week in either online or on campus classes.
    6 hoursThe minimum recommended hours you will need to commit to your studies outside of class hours. This may include private study, work placements and research.
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    Course fees

    $13,530This is the fee you will pay for this course. Your course fee does not include the cost of additional materials.
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    This course is approved for a Commonwealth VET Student Loan (VSL).

    Proposed timetableWhat time classes run

    This course is currently scheduled on Monday and Wednesday with day classes. This timetable may change and will be confirmed by your teacher.

    Additional informationOther things to know

    Assessments

    Assessments give you the opportunity to demonstrate what you have learnt and to identify the knowledge or skills that may need further development.

    • Knowledge assessments: short answer & extended response questions, research tasks, assignments

    • Practical skills assessments: demonstrations under observation

    • Submission of a visual diary or journal

    • A body of creative works and a portfolio

    Work placement

    Work placement provides you with opportunities to respond to situations and circumstances that cannot be replicated in a learning or simulated environment. Work placement strengthens your training and supports continued learning and assessment in the workplace.

    • There is no work placement for this qualification.

    Materials needed

    To complete this course, the following materials are required:

    • Clay and sundry materials at an estimated yearly cost of $500

    Additional entry requirements

    To make sure this delivery option is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.

    • You are required to undertake a language, literacy and numeracy test as part of your entrance to the course, prior to course commencement.

    UnitsUnits taught in this course

    Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Diploma of Ceramics qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 20 Units of competency, including 11 core and 9 speciality units.

    Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

    • Make moulds and castsCUAACD511

    • Manage kiln operationsCUAACD520

    • Experiment with ceramic surface treatmentsCUACER413

    • Refine throwing techniquesCUACER513

    Course deliveryStudying on Campus

    Learn in person, on a TAFE NSW campus. Depending on your course, your classroom could include purpose-built spaces like art studios, mechanical workshops, laboratories or bakeries. When you study on campus, you will receive a timetable of when you need to be on campus to attend.

    Kingswood

    TAFE NSW Nepean - Kingswood is located in Sydney’s western suburbs.

    Combining traditional resources with some of the best emerging technologies TAFE NSW has to offer, students have access to a rich educational environment that supports social outcomes, learning, teaching and research.

    Campus address

    12-44 OConnell St Kingswood 2747

    Parking on campus grounds is available.

    Refer to your local bus timetables, visit transportnsw.info

    Kingswood Station is 2500 metres from campus.

    Facilities

    TAFE NSW campuses work closely with the community and industry to ensure you have access to the industry standard technologies, equipment and facilities.

    • Arts and design centre of excellence featuring:

    • Computer design labs

    • Photographic studio and darkroom

    • Printing facilities

    • Purpose built art studios and exhibition area

    • Video production studio

    • Health and support services training facility featuring:

    • Dental training clinic

    • Simulated hearing testing clinic

    • Simulated optical testing, dispensary and workshop facilities

    • Sterilisation services training facilities

    • Three simulated hospital nursing labs

    • Purpose built visual merchandising workshop

    • Auditorium and conference room

    • Gymnasium

    Student support

    We're here for you. Get help and assistance with nearly every aspect of your study life - from study support and student resources, to counselling, guidance, and help finding jobs or accommodation.

    • Mon9 am - 5 pm
    • Tue9 am - 5 pm
    • Wed9 am - 5 pm
    • Thu9 am - 5 pm
    • Fri9 am - 5 pm
    • SatClosed
    • SunClosed