Queensland College of Art students are among the first in Australia to embark on a new creative arts exchange to Indonesia.
The Australian Consortium for In-Country Indonesian Studies (ACICIS) is piloting a new national program for young artists and designers.
The Creative Arts & Design Professional Practicum features a crash course on Indonesia’s history, culture and language, and a month-long professional internship with local arts and design organisations.
An amazing opportunity
Queensland College of Art senior design lecturer Dr Beck Davis said it was “an amazing opportunity”.
“It’s the first time this national program has been expanded to include creative arts and design,” she said.
“The Asia-Pacific region is a critical zone for design, and there are real opportunities for collaboration.
“A program like this enriches their study, helps highlight the skills they’ve developed and deepens their understanding of design.
“It can be life-changing.”
An eye opening experience
Bachelor of Design student Ziana Diggles, was one of the first group of students selected
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