Career opportunities
A career in visual arts could lead nearly anywhere. Fields of work include:
- advertising agencies
- art galleries and museums
- cultural associations
- design studios
- the education sector
- freelancing
- marketing consultancies
- multimedia businesses
- newspaper and magazine publishers
- practising studio artist
- services in art therapy
- web development companies
Undergraduate
Undergraduate (your first degree)
An undergraduate degree is generally completed between two to four years, depending on the pattern of study and any recognition of prior learning you may have. Associate degrees, bachelor and bachelor with honours are all undergraduate degrees.
Postgraduate
Postgraduate (further study)
A postgraduate qualification can be undertaken by students who have already completed an undergraduate degree or possess significant, demonstrable work experience. Postgraduate courses include graduate certificates, graduate diplomas, master’s and PhDs, as well as specialist programs for industry professionals.
Turn a passion into a career
As a visual arts graduate, you’ll be equipped with skills appropriate to the expanding arts industries. Fields include illustration, design, video, advertising, film production and education.
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Bachelor of Creative Arts (Visual Arts)
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Work experience opportunities
Our visual arts course draws upon the expertise of our staff, who are active practitioners and leading researchers in their fields.
Students also engage with the arts industry through visiting specialists and professionals. We offer professional placements in art institutions, with contemporary artists as well as major community and cultural events.
Creative arts at Deakin
With world-class equipment, state of the art facilities and a rich diversity of both undergraduate and postgraduate courses, learn why so many students make creative arts at Deakin their number one choice.
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