The advanced diploma is designed for individuals who wish to continue to pursue or enhance careers in Jewellery. This course continues to concentrate predominantly on a hand working skill base while introducing technological aspects and promoting individual attainment within the industry.
Jewellery hand skill competencies include:
- Design and create jewellery items using historical techniques
- Design and develop a series of works for jewellery production
- Design and implement mechanisms in jewellery production
- Design and create work for a graduate jewellery project .
Competencies within the theory, design and drawing component include:
- Produce a professional jewellery design folio
- Establish and manage a small jewellery business
- Plan, conduct and supervise a jewellery exhibition .
- The course culminates in a two week Public Exhibition.
Applying (Australian permanent residents)
To apply full time you will need to have VTAC registration.
1. Register online from early August on www.vtac.edu.au VTAC Course Code: 68221
2. Contact NMIT Jewellery Section direct for a VTAC Supplementary Form for 2010. Entry to the course is by successful folio interview usually held late November.
Success Stories
About the Course
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Local Students
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International Students
- National Code:
21622VIC
- Cricos Code:
057894G
- Local Fees:
Eligible for govt subsidy: max $2,000 | Ineligible for govt subsidy: max $10,000
- International Fees:
A$10700pa
Campus:
Fairfield
Duration
Full-time:
2 years
1400 hours total. Apply through VTAC
Modes of Delivery
Classroom
Further Study and Careers
Pathways to Further Study
Some Jewellers extend their qualifications by undertaking further study in the areas of gemmology, diamond technology and jewellery valuation.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this course may gain employment in the design and development of jewellery and precious metals production.
Entrance Requirements
Local Students:
Students entering this course must have satisfactorily completed Year 12 or an equivalent. Mature age applicants who do not meet this requirement are encouraged to apply.
International Students:
Australian Year 12 (or recognised equivalent) or relevant work experience. IELTS 5.5 or higher (or recognised equivalents). Mature Age. Upon application, students are required to submit a resume of their interest and experience in the jewellery industry. (A prior knowledge of technical terminology or design would be an advantage).
Materials
Assessment Methods
Various forms of assessment may be used including: Practical exercises, written exercises, studio journal or combinations of the three.
Materials
Successful candidates will be required to purchase their own jewellery kit. The minimum requirements are discussed on the student's induction. The Jewellery Section will provide some basic materials - precious metal is not supplied by NMIT. A materials fee applies to all students and is set each year and advertised accordingly.
Successful candidates will be required to purchase their own jewellery kit. The minimum requirements are discussed on the student's induction. The Jewellery Section will provide some basic materials - precious metal is not supplied by NMIT. A materials fee applies to all students and is set each year and advertised accordingly.
More Information
How to Apply
Local Students
Full-time (2010):
To start this course in 2010 apply directly to NMIT.
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International Students
Click to download an
Application for Enrolment Form
Fees
You could be eligible for a government subsidised place if you meet the citizenship/residency requirements* and
- you are under 20 (on 1 January of the year you will be taking the course); OR
- you are applying for a qualification higher than the one you already have.
If you do not meet this criteria contact the department to discuss your options.
Students can now apply for VET FEE-HELP assistance to pay tuition fees for this course.
Please note:
*The fees listed below do not apply to students who commenced their studies at NMIT before 1 July 2010.
*The fees listed below do not apply to International Students (see About this course above).
* Students are still required to pay amenities and materials on top of the fees stated below.
Units of Study
The Units of Study listed below have been approved for VET FEE-HELP**. You may be required to undertake additional Units of Study in order to obtain the qualification. You will need to determine your particular combination of Units of Study with the department.
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Code
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Subject
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Start Date
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Finish Date
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Census Date
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Hours
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Fees
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JBQU268
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Handle craft jewellery item
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2 Feb 2010
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29 Apr 2010
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31 Mar 2010
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40
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$116.00
$284.00
$5.00
$40.00
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JBQU269
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Design jewellery and other 3d objects
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19 Mar 2010
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14 May 2010
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31 May 2010
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40
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$116.00
$284.00
$5.00
$40.00
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JBQU270
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Plan and implement chain and chenier fabrication process
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4 Oct 2010
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6 Dec 2010
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30 Nov 2010
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40
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$116.00
$284.00
$5.00
$40.00
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JBQU272
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Plan and create gem settings
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18 Nov 2010
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7 Dec 2010
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30 Nov 2010
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20
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$58.00
$142.00
$5.00
$20.00
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JBQU273
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Manufacture rings
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28 Apr 2010
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21 Jun 2010
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31 May 2010
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40
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$116.00
$284.00
$5.00
$40.00
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JBQU274
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Apply historical techniques to jewellery and 3d object production
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4 May 2010
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4 Jun 2010
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31 May 2010
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40
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$116.00
$284.00
$5.00
$40.00
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JBQU275
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Plan and apply surface embellishment techniques
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12 Aug 2010
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21 Oct 2010
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31 Aug 2010
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60
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$174.00
$426.00
$5.00
$60.00
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JBQU276
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Apply materials and new technologies to jewellery and 3d object design
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12 Jul 2010
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30 Aug 2010
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31 Aug 2010
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40
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$116.00
$284.00
$5.00
$40.00
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JBQU277
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Produce renderings and technical drawings for jewellery construction
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8 Feb 2010
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12 Mar 2010
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31 Mar 2010
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40
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$116.00
$284.00
$5.00
$40.00
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JBQU278
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Plan and apply surface treatment
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23 Jun 2010
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3 Sep 2010
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31 Aug 2010
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60
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$174.00
$426.00
$5.00
$60.00
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JBQU279
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Research and evaluate jewellery design in a historical context
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17 May 2010
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25 Jun 2010
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31 May 2010
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40
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$116.00
$284.00
$5.00
$40.00
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MEM13014A
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Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment
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2 Feb 2010
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11 Feb 2010
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31 Mar 2010
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10
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$29.00
$71.00
$5.00
$10.00
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MEM18.1C
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Use hand tools
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2 Feb 2010
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29 Apr 2010
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31 Mar 2010
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20
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$58.00
$142.00
$5.00
$20.00
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MEM18.2B
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Use power tools/hand held
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2 Feb 2010
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29 Apr 2010
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31 Mar 2010
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20
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$58.00
$142.00
$5.00
$20.00
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MEM19.3B
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Handle gem materials
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26 Oct 2010
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16 Nov 2010
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30 Nov 2010
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20
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$58.00
$142.00
$5.00
$20.00
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VBN770
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Apply basic fabrication techniques
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2 Feb 2010
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29 Apr 2010
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31 Mar 2010
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40
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$116.00
$284.00
$5.00
$40.00
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VBN773
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Produce basic engineering sketches and drawings
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2 Feb 2010
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29 Apr 2010
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31 Mar 2010
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20
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$58.00
$142.00
$5.00
$20.00
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VBN777
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Handle engineering materials in a safe and proper manner
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23 Jun 2010
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3 Sep 2010
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31 Aug 2010
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20
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$58.00
$142.00
$5.00
$20.00
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VBN780
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Form, bend and shape engineering materials
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9 Mar 2010
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29 Apr 2010
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31 Mar 2010
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60
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$174.00
$426.00
$5.00
$60.00
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VBQU
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Plan, conduct and supervise a jewellery exhibition
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26 Jul 2010
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8 Nov 2010
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31 Aug 2010
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80
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$232.00
$567.00
$5.00
$80.00
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VBQU281
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Establish and manage and small jewellery business
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8 Feb 2010
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10 May 2010
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31 Mar 2010
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80
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$232.00
$567.00
$5.00
$80.00
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VBQU283
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Design and implement mechanisms in jewellery items
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9 Feb 2010
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5 Mar 2010
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31 Mar 2010
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60
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$174.00
$426.00
$5.00
$60.00
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VBQU284
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Design and create jewellery objects using historical techniques
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11 Mar 2010
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1 Apr 2010
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31 Mar 2010
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60
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$174.00
$426.00
$5.00
$60.00
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VPAU198
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Apply chain manufacturing process
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12 Jul 2010
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3 Aug 2010
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31 Aug 2010
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40
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$116.00
$284.00
$5.00
$40.00
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VPAU199
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Create silversmithing objects
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2 Sep 2010
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12 Nov 2010
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30 Nov 2010
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60
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$174.00
$426.00
$5.00
$60.00
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VPAU200
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Plan and apply jewellery casting techniques
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10 Nov 2010
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17 Dec 2010
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30 Nov 2010
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40
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$116.00
$284.00
$5.00
$40.00
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VPAU203
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Establish production technologies for advanced jewellery/3d objects
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20 Apr 2010
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21 May 2010
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31 May 2010
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80
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$232.00
$567.00
$5.00
$80.00
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VPAU204
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Design and produce a limited series product range
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31 May 2010
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30 Jul 2010
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31 Aug 2010
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120
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$348.00
$851.00
$5.00
$120.00
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VPAU205
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Design and produce jewellery and 3d objects to a client brief
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3 Aug 2010
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22 Oct 2010
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31 Aug 2010
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120
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$348.00
$851.00
$5.00
$120.00
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**Skills Recognition - Exemptions/Transfers
Students may be eligible for exemptions/transfers on the basis of previous qualifications, which must be provided as evidence of completion.
VET FEE-HELP helps you pay your VET tuition fees
You could be eligible to access a VET FEE-HELP loan to pay your VET tuition fees for a number of NMIT Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas.
You can apply for VET FEE-HELP if you’re a student studying in Australia who is:
- an Australian citizen or permanent humanitarian visa holder who is resident in Australia for the duration of the unit of study VET FEE-HELP is being applied for;
- enrolled on or before the census date* of an eligible unit of study through an approved VET provider;
- meet tax file number requirements;
- have not exceeded the FEE-HELP limit
VET FEE-HELP allows eligible students to have all or part of their VET tuition fees paid by the Australian Government in the form of a loan**, regardless of whether you are eligible or not for a government funded place under Skills Reform.
Over their lifetime, students can access a VET FEE-HELP loan to pay their VET tuition fees, articulate into university and then add their university costs until the maximum FEE-HELP maximum is reached. There is no age restriction on VET FEE-HELP.
For further information, contact the department directly or for general information on VET FEE-HELP visit the DEEWR website and download the VET FEE-HELP Information Booklet.
NMIT Statement of VET Tuition Assurance
* If you have requested a VET FEE-HELP loan, but change your mind about studying, you must either cancel your Request for VET FEE-HELP assistance (in writing to NMIT) or withdraw your enrolment in each unit of study on or before its census date or you will incur a debt.
** A loan fee of 20% applies to all VET FEE-HELP loans
