RMIT University

Bachelor of Arts (Photography)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The Bachelor of Arts (Photography) integrates theoretical, conceptual and industry-based models of photographic practice as they apply to the media and communication industry. You will be challenged to produce work that responds to the critical discourses in both local and global contexts and you will explore emerging technologies, while also analysing and synthesising their relevance to your own image making.

As a professional practitioner with specialist knowledge in photography, you will have the awareness and skills to interpret and shape your field once you graduate. Some of the areas that our graduates excel in include advertising, architectural photography, cinema production, curation, documentary photography, editorial photography, education, fine art, photo editing and retouching, photojournalism, post-production and publishing.

Delivery mode

RMIT University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • 124 La Trobe Street, Melbourne

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Prerequisites

  • Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) units 3 and 4:
  • a study score of at least 32 in any English
  • or equivalent studies.

You must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent qualification).

Adjustment factors available only to applicants currently studying Year 12

  • School Network Access Program (SNAP)

Entry to this program is competitive. Applicants are ranked and selected in order of merit based on the assessment of their selection task.

If you have successfully completed an Australian Certificate IV or above (or equivalent) or: successfully completed at least two courses (subjects) in an Australian bachelor degree or four courses (subjects) in an Australian associate degree, or overseas equivalent or: completed an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent qualification) and meet the stated prerequisites. You may satisfy the academic requirements by completing the STAT multiple choice.

  • You may satisfy the academic requirements by completing the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) multiple choice and achieving a minimum overall score of 156.

Adjustment factors available only to applicants currently studying Year 12 or whose highest qualification is a completed Year 12.

  • Equity access schemes
  • Elite Athlete Program
  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

English language proficiency tests and minimum scores:

  • IELTS (Academic) : 6.5 (no band less than 6.0)
  • TOEFL (Internet Based Test - iBT): Overall score 79
  • Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): 58 (no communication band less than 50)
  • C1 Advanced: 176 with no less than 169 in any component
  • C2 Proficiency: 176 with no less than 169 in any component
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $12,372 $109,440 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$12,372
Standard Tuition:
$109,440
Full Fee Tuition:
$12,372
Full Fee Tuition:
$109,440
Enquire with RMIT University to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 3 Years
Estimated fee* $0 - $12,372 $109,440 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Arts (Photography) will prepare you for the following roles.

Fine Artist

A Fine Artist is a creative professional who produces original artworks using a variety of mediums such as painting, sculpture, printmaking, or dra...

Avg yearly income $52,000
Entry barriers Low

Multimedia Specialist

Multimedia Specialists leverage the latest digital technologies to create animated content and games for education and training modules, online sto...

Avg yearly income $87,464
Entry barriers Low

Photographer

A Photographer takes photos to record important events or for clients to purchase. You might specialise in a particular type of photography such as...

Avg yearly income $68,276
Entry barriers Low

Photojournalist

A Photojournalist captures photos of news events for publication online or in a newspaper or magazine. You might attend a range of activities each...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

About RMIT University

RMIT is a world leader in Art and Design; Architecture; Education; Engineering; Development; Computer Science and Information Systems; Business and Management; and Communication and Media Studies.

RMIT aims to inspire and engage our many audiences to discover new ideas and perspectives by exploring our cultural spaces, resources, and collections.

At RMIT, teaching, research, and engagement are central to making an impact and creating life-changing experiences for our students.