The University of Sydney
Bachelor of Visual Arts (Honours)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Bachelor of Visual Arts (Honours) provides students who have qualified for, or been awarded, an undergraduate pass degree in visual arts the opportunity to extend their potential in studio-based and written research.
This course may be suitable for undergraduate students with one major.
As a candidate you may continue to work in the area of your undergraduate study or undertake research in a different area.
You can nominate to study by either studio practice and research paper or by dissertation. You are expected to have developed a focus and direction in your work and be prepared for working in a tutorial environment with a supervisor.
Please note students who have completed a major in Visual Arts are ineligible for this Honours program.
Delivery mode
The University of Sydney offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- J12/1 Cleveland St, Darlington
- Level 2, Building A M02/88 Mallett St, Camperdown
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- To qualify for admission to the honours year you should have completed the requirements of the pass degree of the Bachelor of Visual Arts, or equivalent degree from a recognised institution, with a weighted average mark across intermediate and senior units of at least 70%.
- Applicants are also selected on the basis of their portfolio and project proposal. Admission is competitive and not all eligible applicants may be offered candidature.
Course fees
$11,100
$45,500
$11,100
$45,500
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Visual Arts (Honours) will prepare you for the following roles.
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...
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...
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...
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...
Craftsperson
A Craftsperson is responsible for creating, assembling, and repairing various products, often specialising in materials such as wood, metal, or tex...
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