Australian Catholic University
Bachelor of Arts (Visual Arts)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Visual Arts major provides a mix of studio-based fine art and art and design history and theory electives. Emphasis is placed on students experiencing a range of professional practice opportunities such as entering their work in art competitions, writing publish-ready interviews, articles and art reviews and presenting their artwork in group exhibitions in the ACU gallery. Students are trained by staff who are active practitioners in their field and benefit from small class sizes in an intimate studio environment.
Students on an education pathway choose units in the visual arts major that will prepare them for primary and secondary level teaching. The art history and theory units have resulted in career outcomes as freelance art reviewers, educational officers in galleries and research assistant positions in academia. The practical art units have resulted in students working toward solo exhibitions and curating group shows of their peers' work in artist-run spaces.
Delivery mode
Australian Catholic University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Locations
- 25A Barker Road, Strathfield
- Locked Bag 2002, Strathfield
- 115 Victoria Parade, Fitzroy
- 1100 Nudgee Road, Banyo
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed the following prerequisites at year 12, or equivalent:
New South Wales
- Assumed knowledge: 2 units of English (any) (Band 3), Mathematics (other than Mathematics General 2) for study in Mathematics (Band 3)
Queensland
- Prerequisites: English (Units 3 & 4, C)
Victoria
- Prerequisites: Units 3 and 4 a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English.
- Prerequisite for study in Mathematics: Units 3 and 4: Mathematical Methods
English language proficiency requirements:
- Academic IELTS: Overall score: 6.5
- TOEFL: Internet based total of 79
- PTE Academic: 58
- CAE: Overall CAE score 185
- ACU English Language test; or ACU EAP: B (65-74%)
Required Year 12 studies and subjects required to meet prerequisites:
- Australian Capital Territory: ACT Year 12 Certificate; subject results need to be accredited as T or H and be studied as a major.
- New South Wales: Higher School Certificate (HSC); HSC subject results need to be passed at a minimum of Performance Band 2.
- Queensland: Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE); General subject results from units 3 & 4 need to be completed to a minimum of C grade.
- Victoria: Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE); VCE subject results (Units 3 and 4) need to be completed at the minimum 25 VCE study score (or other study score as stated).
EFTSL value of 0.125. Units with a cp value of a multiple of 10 have corresponding EFTSL values.
To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed the following prerequisites at year 12, or equivalent:
New South Wales
- Assumed knowledge: 2 units of English (any) (Band 3), Mathematics (other than Mathematics General 2) for study in Mathematics (Band 3)
Queensland
- Prerequisites: English (Units 3 & 4, C)
Victoria
- Prerequisites: Units 3 and 4 a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English.
- Prerequisite for study in Mathematics: Units 3 and 4: Mathematical Methods
English language proficiency requirements:
- Academic IELTS: Overall score: 6.5
- TOEFL: Internet based total of 79
- PTE Academic: 58
- CAE: Overall CAE score 185
- ACU English Language test; or ACU EAP: B (65-74%)
Required Year 12 studies and subjects required to meet prerequisites:
- Australian Capital Territory: ACT Year 12 Certificate; subject results need to be accredited as T or H and be studied as a major.
- New South Wales: Higher School Certificate (HSC); HSC subject results need to be passed at a minimum of Performance Band 2.
- Queensland: Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE); General subject results from units 3 & 4 need to be completed to a minimum of C grade.
- Victoria: Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE); VCE subject results (Units 3 and 4) need to be completed at the minimum 25 VCE study score (or other study score as stated).
EFTSL value of 0.125. Units with a cp value of a multiple of 10 have corresponding EFTSL values.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
$45,408
$76,704
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Arts (Visual Arts) will prepare you for the following roles.
Art Director
An Art Director oversees the visual representation of an organisation or the creative design elements of a particular project. You’ll collaborate w...
Artist
An Artist uses their skills to create pieces for sale or for public viewing. You might specialise in a particular kind of artwork such as paintings...
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...
Painter
A Painter creates works of art using paint as their primary medium. You’ll prepare singular artworks or you might create a collection of pieces. Yo...
Multimedia Designer
A Multimedia Designer is responsible for creating a variety of visual content across multiple platforms, including digital graphics, animations, vi...
Illustrator
An Illustrator produces creative images used for a range of purposes. You might prepare illustrations used in story books or prepare images used in...
Graphic Designer
A Graphic Designer creates visual material for use by their organisation or for outside clients. You’ll use a range of design software to prepare w...
Digital Artist
A Digital Artist creates video and pictorial content for use in online media. You might plan material and work with a small crew to produce it. Dig...
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