Bachelor of Art and Design

Bachelor

Do you dream of showcasing your creative work in galleries and exhibitions around the world? If so, you can take inspiration from the many Southern Cross University graduates whose careers are thriving after completing our Bachelor of Art and Design.

Key details

Degree Type

Bachelor

Duration

3 years full-time, 6 years part-time

Course Code

3007160, 096003C

Study Mode

In person

Intake Months

Mar

International Fees

$28,000 per year / $84,000 total

ATAR

60

About this course

Do you dream of showcasing your creative work in galleries and exhibitions around the world? If so, you can take inspiration from the many Southern Cross University graduates whose careers are thriving after completing our Bachelor of Art and Design.

This internationally acknowledged degree is designed to enhance your artistic flair and develop your career options as an artist, curator or designer. Students are immersed in a rich studio experience with an atmosphere that inspires creativity with access to the dynamic arts scene of the Northern Rivers.

From our purpose-built, well-equipped studios, you'll develop your skills in painting, printmaking, ceramics and sculpture, digital arts and design, and drawing.

Our graduates have featured in some of Australia's most prestigious arts awards, and their work features regularly in commercial and public settings, both nationally and internationally.

You may also use this degree as a precursor to further study, through Honours and PhD, with a view to careers in research and education.

Learn more about this degree in our arts showcase.

Study locations

Lismore

What you will learn

Apply technical skills and specialist knowledge to realise artworks, artefacts and related forms of creative expression
Develop, express and evaluate ideas, concepts and processes by thinking creatively, critically and reflectively
Apply technical skills and specialist knowledge to realise artworks, artefacts and related forms of creative expression
Demonstrate skills and breadth of knowledge of the practices, languages, forms, materials, technologies and techniques in art and design
Recognise and reflect on cultural, ecological and ethical issues, and apply historical and theoretical perspectives to practice in art and design
Apply technical skills and specialist knowledge to realise artworks, artefacts and related forms of creative expression
Demonstrate skills and breadth of knowledge of the practices, languages, forms, materials, technologies and techniques in art and design
Recognise and reflect on cultural, ecological and ethical issues, and apply historical and theoretical perspectives to practice in art and design
Develop, express and evaluate ideas, concepts and processes by thinking creatively, critically and reflectively
Work independently and collaboratively in response to project demands
Apply appropriate academic skills to communicate and present ideas, problems and arguments in modes suited to a range of audiences
Recognise and reflect on cultural, ecological and ethical issues, and apply historical and theoretical perspectives to practice in art and design
Demonstrate skills and breadth of knowledge of the practices, languages, forms, materials, technologies and techniques in art and design

Career pathways

Graduates typically become practising artists and fine art researchers within the context of contemporary practice. Students exhibit in the Graduate Exhibition and can undertake research projects.

Credit for prior study or work

Candidates who can demonstrate artistic expertise at a professional level may be granted advanced standing of up to 4 Art and Design units, provided such artistic expertise has been demonstrated within 5 years prior to admission to candidature.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Creative Arts courses at Southern Cross University (SCU).

41.4%

Employed full-time

Data source