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Bachelor of Visual Arts and Design

Qualify with a broad foundation in visual arts and design, characterised by free inquiry and academic integrity, including an exciting mix of studio-based art, graphic design, art and design history and theory, as well as practical experience with exhibitions in the Universitys art galleries.


Summary

Domestic Students

wishing to commence in 2010

International Students

Available at these campuses

  • Melbourne, Victoria
  • Sydney (Strathfield), NSW
  • Melbourne, Victoria
  • Sydney (Strathfield), NSW

Course Duration

3 years full-time or equivalent part-time.

3 years full-time

Deferment

Deferment is available for two years. Find out more about deferment: Deferment Information

Yes. See Defer your offer.

Delivery mode

  • On Campus
  • On Campus

Commencement date

  • Semester 1 - February

View available dates

Course Costs

  • Average first year fee: $5310 Commonwealth Supported (indicative only)
  • Unit Fee: $1805.
  • Average first year fee: $14440.
  • Estimated Total Cost: $43320.

Important Note on Fees

All costs are based on current rates. A student's annual fee may vary in accordance with their choice of major and electives. The University reviews fees annually.

Tuition fees may increase by up to 3 percent each year for the minimum duration of the course as provided on your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCOE). No guarantee is made for tuition fee increases beyond the minimum duration.

Credit Points

240

240

Applying for Admission

Domestic Students

International Students

Eligibility

An applicant must also comply with the Admission Rules.

Apply to relevant state Tertiary Admissions Centre.

To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed the following prerequisites at year 12, or equivalent:

New South Wales
Prerequisites: Nil.

Victoria
Prerequisites: Units 3 and 4 – a study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) or 25 in any other English, and a study score of at least 25 in one of art, studio arts, or visual communication and design.

Applicants require the equivalent of Australian Year 12 certificate and an overall academic IELTS score of 6.0 (with minimum scores of 6.0 in speaking and writing, and 5.5 in listening and reading).

How to Apply

NSW & ACT
Apply through UAC
Victoria
Apply through VTAC
International Students Apply Now
International students undertaking an Australian Year 12 qualification should apply through the relevant tertiary admissions centre:
NSW & ACT
Apply through UAC
Victoria
Apply through VTAC

Description

The Bachelor of Visual Arts and Design course is designed for students interested in a broadly based course that integrates the study of studio-based art, art and design history and theory with a strand of graphic design. There is provision for specialisation by each individual student in the third year of the course as well as for an internship and acquisition of relevant business skills. The course prepares students for ethical, professional practice in a diversity of careers in visual arts and design.

Career Paths

- Advertising
- Art therapists
- Ceramics
- Curators
- Design teachers
- Exhibition technicians
- Graphic design
- Illustration
- Museum assistants
- Museum management
- Painting
- Photography
- Print and electronic media
- Printmaking
- Researchers
- Sculpture

Professional Experience

Graduates of this course may be eligible for membership of the following professional bodies:

- Australian Graphic Design Association (AGDA)
- Australian Print Council
- Australian Net Art and Technology (ANET)
- Australian Sculptors Association
- Craft Australia
- International Council of Museums (ICOM)
- International Association of Art (UNESCO) (only available to NAVA members)
- National Association for the Visual Arts (NAVA)
- Potters Society
- Victorian Artists Society (VAS)
- Victorian Ceramic Group


Volunteer Experience

Students in the Bachelor of Visual Arts and Design course are required to complete 15 days or equivalent of Volunteer Experience to meet graduation requirements. This unit does not incur any HECS liability or fees and is graded on a Pass/Fail basis. Students normally register in this unit in Year 2 Semester 2 but may complete Volunteer Experience any time during the first two years of their course. Further information will be available in Orientation Week.

Contacts for Future Students

Domestic Students An Australian or New Zealand citizen, or Australian permanent resident or permanent humanitarian visa holder

International Students


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