Bachelor's Degree Fine Arts Full Time

Bachelor of Fine Arts

at Deakin University · Melbourne, Victoria

CRICOS course code

121009G

CRICOS provider code

00113B

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

3 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$119,240 total

Per year

A$39,747/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Bachelor of Fine Arts at Deakin University is a comprehensive three-year undergraduate programme designed for students seeking to develop their creative talents and pursue careers in the visual arts. Based in Melbourne, a city renowned for its vibrant arts and cultural sector, this course offers in-depth training across disciplines such as painting, sculpture, photography, drawing, and emerging digital media. Students engage in practical studio work complemented by studies in visual culture and art theory, fostering both technical skills and critical understanding.

This Australian bachelor's degree is structured around semesters, incorporating a series of core and elective units of study, each assigned credit points that count towards course completion. The programme promotes hands-on learning through workshops, critiques, and exhibitions, often in collaboration with Melbourne’s leading galleries and creative industries. A capstone project in the final year allows students to refine their artistic vision, produce a cohesive body of work, and exhibit in a professional context, offering valuable real-world experience.

Throughout the course, students develop a broad skill set, including creative problem-solving, visual communication, portfolio development, and project management. Exposure to industry links is a hallmark of Deakin's offering, with guest lectures, studio visits, and internship opportunities supporting career readiness. This course is suited to aspiring artists, curators, arts managers, and anyone seeking to work creatively within Australia's thriving arts sector.

International students benefit from Deakin’s English support programmes, and the qualification is positioned on the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Students may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream upon graduation, and enjoy work rights of 48 hours per fortnight while enrolled.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Professional artist
Studio assistant
Gallery or museum assistant
Curatorial assistant
Arts administrator
Creative project manager
Art educator (with further study)
Exhibition designer
Roles within arts organisations, public galleries, creative agencies and community arts organisations in Australia

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Fine Arts at Deakin University?

It typically takes 3 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$119,240 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Professional artistStudio assistantGallery or museum assistantCuratorial assistantArts administratorCreative project managerArt educator (with further study)Exhibition designerRoles within arts organisations, public galleries, creative agencies and community arts organisations in...

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