Victoria University

Bachelor of Arts (Visual Arts)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The Visual Art major provides students with an integrated set of units that will develop student individual art making practices and broaden student experience and understanding of fine art history and theory. Undertaking this major will allow you to conceive, produce and critique artworks incorporating methodologies of painting, drawing, installation, digital art and photography. Through theoretical content, discourse and research of significant artists, students will make rigorous critical analytical and interpretative thinking about art and develop the capacity to apply creative thinking and innovation broadly. During the major you will engage with arts professionals and the visual arts community, visit exhibitions and write reviews. The major includes capstone units that provide students the opportunity to draw on their learning in the major, and develop the capacity to apply learning in a variety of contexts.

Delivery mode

Victoria University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.


Locations
  • Corner of Nicholson & Buckley Streets, Footscray

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Applicants with recent secondary education (within the last 2 years)

  • Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent) including Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English.

Applicants with vocational education and training (VET/TAFE) study

  • Completion of an Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent).
  • Completion of Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation (or equivalent).

Applicants with higher education study

  • Full or partial completion of an Australian Higher Education award (or equivalent).
  • or;
  • Completion of a single unit of Higher Education studies.
  • or;
  • Completion of a bridging or enabling course e.g., Foundation course or equivalent.

Applicants with work & life experience

  • Five years (minimum) work/life experience in Humanities, Social Sciences, Creative Arts, or similar.
  • or;
  • Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate more than two years ago. plus;
  • Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English (or equivalent).

Special Admission Programs

Our special admission programs cover a range of access and equity schemes that allow applicants from participating schools or disadvantaged social, economic, or cultural environments to receive additional consideration. These include:

  • Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) for VTAC applicants.
  • Special consideration for direct applicants.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

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Study mode Blended
Duration 3 Years
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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...

Avg yearly income $93,600
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $67,600
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

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...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

Multimedia Designer

A Multimedia Designer is responsible for creating a variety of visual content across multiple platforms, including digital graphics, animations, vi...

Avg yearly income $98,800
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $75,400
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $74,880
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $81,120
Entry barriers Low

About Victoria University

For more than 100 years, Victoria University (VU) has offered accessible education to students in Melbourne’s west and beyond.

VU is one of only six universities in Australia to offer courses in both TAFE and higher education. From certificates to diplomas, degrees and postgraduate courses, you can begin your studies at any point and pathway between courses to achieve your goals, regardless of your starting point.

Our flexible approach to learning and teaching supports our strategic plan.

We aim to continue creating positive outcomes for education, industry and our community into the future.