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Learning Area Overview
You have
- An interest in developing my art skills and knowledge in my chosen art subject: Dance, Drama, Media Art, Music or Visual Arts.
TASC course
Arts 1 New in 2025May lead to
- Level 2 courses, including Level 2 Arts courses
- Further study and/or pursue pathways to further training or employment
You have
- An interest in visual art.
TASC course
Contemporary Art Practice 2 New in 2025May lead to
- Further study in the visual arts, such as Contemporary Art Practice 3.
You have
- Prior music, singing, performing or songwriting experience is recommended
TASC course
Contemporary Music and Songwriting 2 New in 2025May lead to
- UCP Unit FCA 118 Songwriting
- Level 2 or Level 3 Music
- Further study or employment
You have
- An interest in dance.
- Previous experience is an advantage, but not a requirement.
TASC course
Dance 2 New in 2025May lead to
- Further study in Dance, such as Dance 3.
You have
- No previous experience is necessary
TASC course
Drama - Foundations 2 New in 2025May lead to
- Further study in Drama 3.
You have
- No previous experience
TASC course
Media Production - Foundation 2 New in 2025May lead to
- Further studies in Media Production 3.
You have
- Skills/experience on an instrument/ voice
- Some ability to read and write music is an advantage
TASC course
Music Studies 2 New in 2025May lead to
- Further study in Music 3.
You have
- An interest in audio
- To be willing to work on audio projects
May lead to
- Further study in Music Technology Projects (University Connections Program).
You have
- No previous experience
- A strong commitment to teamwork, rehearsal and performance obligations
TASC course
Musical Theatre 2 New in 2025May lead to
- Further study in the Performing Arts.
You have
- No previous experience
- An interest in the technical aspects of theatre
- To enjoy participating in a range of practical theatrical experiences, both individually and in group situations
TASC course
Technical Theatre Production 2 New in 2025May lead to
- Further study in VET courses
- Further study in the Performing Arts.
You have
An interest in:
- Making and viewing visual art
- Learning visual art skills and techniques
- traditional, modern and contemporary art forms
TASC course
Visual Art 2 New in 2025May lead to
- Visual Art 3, Art Theory and Criticism 3, Art Studio Practice 3
- Further study and/or employment
You have
- Art Production 3 (or equivalent)
TASC course
Art Studio Practice 3 New in 2025May lead to
- A pathway to tertiary study at TasTAFE or university.
You have
- An interest in visual art, art history and critical analysis.
- Competent English writing and research skills.
TASC course
Contemporary Art Practice 3 New in 2025May lead to
- Further study in the visual arts through vocational or tertiary pathways.
- A career in the creative and cultural industries.
You have
- A strong interest in choreography and creative movement, prior dance training or successful completion of Dance 2.
- A strong commitment to teamwork, rehearsal and performance obligations.
- Sound literacy skills.
TASC course
Dance 3 New in 2025May lead to
- Further study in dance through vocational or tertiary pathways.
- A career in dance or dance associated fields.
You have
- Drama 2 or considerable experience in the performing arts
- Good writing skills
- A keen interest and experience in drama
- A strong commitment to teamwork, rehearsal and performance obligations
TASC course
Drama 3 New in 2025May lead to
- Further study in Theatre Performance 3.
You have
- A strong interest in media production.
- Technical skills in an area of specialisation and strong written skills are an advantage
TASC course
Media Production 3 New in 2025May lead to
- Further studies at university level.
You have
- Strong music literacy skills– the ability to read and write music
- Considerable and successful experience in music (e.g. successful completion of Year 10 music)
TASC course
Music 3 New in 2025May lead to
- Further music studies at university level.
You have
- To have successfully completed Drama 3 (or equivalent)
- A strong commitment to teamwork, rehearsal and performance obligations
TASC course
Theatre Performance 3 New in 2025May lead to
- Further study at university level in the performing arts and/or a career in performing arts or entertainment industries
You have
An interest in:
- specialising and refining visual art skills
- a visual arts career in the creative and cultural sector
- Prior experience in Australian Curriculum Years 9-10 Visual Arts or Visual Art Level 2 is recommended
TASC course
Visual Art 3 New in 2025May lead to
- Art Theory and Criticism 3 or Art Studio Practice 3
- Further training or employment
- Fine Arts or other university pathways
You have
- No previous experience
- An interest or desire to artistically express myself is recommended
TASC course
Preliminary Arts Stage 1 New in 2025May lead to
- Access achievable pathways to further education and training, a range of employment outcomes, or inclusion in appropriate community option settings.
You have
- No previous experience
- An interest or desire to artistically express myself is recommended
TASC course
Preliminary Arts Stage 2 New in 2025May lead to
- Access achievable pathways to further education and training, a range of employment outcomes, or inclusion in appropriate community option settings.
You have
- No previous experience
- An interest or desire to artistically express myself is recommended
TASC course
Preliminary Arts Stage 3 New in 2025May lead to
- Access achievable pathways to further education and training, a range of employment outcomes, or inclusion in appropriate community option settings.
You have
- No previous experience
- An interest or desire to artistically express myself is recommended
TASC course
Preliminary Arts Stage 4 New in 2025May lead to
- Access achievable pathways to further education and training, a range of employment outcomes, or inclusion in appropriate community option settings.
You have
- An interest in art and design as well as interactive digital or screen media.
May lead to
- Further study.
- Work in screen, media or other areas of interest.
You have
- Experience and interest in music.
VET course
Certificate II in Music New in 2025May lead to
- Further study.
- Work in the music industry or other areas of interest.
You have
- An interest in the performing arts
May lead to
- Further study
- Work in performing arts or other areas of interest.
You have
- Experience and interest in music (previously completing Certificate 11 in Music Industry CUA20615 would be an advantage).
VET course
Certificate III in Music New in 2025May lead to
- Further study.
- Work in the music industry or other areas of interest.
You have
- Competent computer skills
May lead to
- Further study
- Work in the screen and media industry or other areas of interest.