Sydney Art School
Diploma of Visual Arts
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)The Diploma of Visual Arts at Sydney Art School is available to Australian students as well as international students who wish to study in Australia.
It is ideal for visual arts students who are looking to extend existing technical artistic skills. The studio based "hands on" based learning model follows the classical atelier tradition of teaching art. Specialised studio sessions will develop your skills in the disciplines of drawing, painting, printmaking and jewellery making.
You will have the opportunity to learn about the business of being a professional artist by participating in the annual student art exhibition and through lectures from visiting artists who discuss their journey within the visual arts profession.
The Sydney Art School Diploma of Visual Arts course is accredited under the Australian Qualifications Framework provides for a pathway into Australian universities.
Delivery mode
Sydney Art School offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- Hornsby
- Baulkham Hills
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Visual Arts 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...
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...
Sculptor
A Sculptor uses their hands or tools to create three dimensional art pieces. You might specialise in a particular medium such as clay, stone, metal...
Potter
A Potter creates art pieces using clay as their main medium. You might create pieces designed for functional use such as bowls or vases or you may...
Art Studio Assistant
An Art Studio Assistant works with other artists or designers at a studio or creative space. Your duties will vary depending on the artists you’re...
Fashion Design Assistant
A Fashion Design Assistant works with designers to help them create their pieces. You might work with an individual designer or be part of a team a...
Design Assistant
A Design Assistant works for a fashion designer or for a fashion label to help produce garments and collections. You’ll collaborate with designers...
Performing Arts Technician
A Performing Arts Technician operates equipment during the production of films, television, theatre and other creative performances. You might work...
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...
About Sydney Art School
Sydney Art School is a visual arts college offering art courses founded on the disciplines of painting, drawing, printmaking and silversmithing. It provides course options for all levels from school age students through to post high school tertiary studies.
Sydney Art School is accredited by the Australian Government to award qualifications under the Australian Qualifications Framework. It is the only private tertiary college in Australia to offer qualifications in visual arts at Certificate III, IV, Diploma, and Advanced Diploma levels.
Our family of tutors include some of Australia’s best award winning artists, professional art practitioners and educators. Tutors include winners and finalists in some of Australia's most prestigous art prizes including the Archibald Prize, the Moran Portrait Prize & the Gallipolli Memorial Prize. The tutor’s role is to give “in studio” instruction on techniques combined with personal feedback to help develop your technical and professional skills as an artist.
