Build a folio of industry-standard work
Learn from leading creative professionals
Collaborate across creative disciplines
Our creative arts courses
Bachelor of Creative Arts (Dance)
Immerse yourself in the exciting physical, social and conceptual possibilities of contemporary dance.
Bachelor of Creative Arts (Drama)
Develop your creative voice, create new stories and build the technical skills to
forge your path in the arts and entertainment industries.
Bachelor of Creative Arts (Photography)
Develop the specialist photography knowledge, critical awareness and confidence required to become an adaptive creative professional.
Bachelor of Creative Arts (Visual Arts)
Develop the skills to become a contemporary art practitioner as you explore painting, drawing, 3D modelling and installation, public art and performance.
Career opportunities
You will graduate as a well-rounded creative practitioner with an independent, critical and professional art and performance practice. You may find work in areas including:
- arts curation, programming and development
- commercial art direction
- community arts education
- event, festival and production management
- independent creative practitioner
- theatre and performance
- event, festival and production management
- independent creative practitioner
- theatre and performance
Become a multidisciplinary creative
Complement your major area of study with other creative arts, design and communication disciplines to give you an edge in the market and the skills to take your career in many directions. You’ll also have the chance to collaborate on projects with students across other creative arts disciplines, broadening your understanding and expertise, to graduate as a well-rounded creative practitioner.
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Industry informed
All our courses are designed with current industry practice in mind. Many include work-integrated learning and placements, meaning you’ll graduate ahead of the pack.
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