Overview

Get amongst the next generation of dynamic practising creatives when you major in dance, photography, theatre, visual arts or writing. Immerse yourself in your practice, develop critical skills and become an agile, versatile creative in the Bachelor of Fine Arts at Deakin University.

Further personalise your degree with minors in complementary study areas like scriptwriting, theatre production, Indigenous studies and more. Explore creative mediums and experiment in Deakin’s studios and performance venues. Learn by doing with digital production tools, industry projects and collaborative productions, all while developing your interests and unique talents. Turn theory into practice and gain industry skills when you intern. Choose from 600+ employers like Art of the Minds, Siren Sport or source your own.

Career outcomes

Build a creative career across photography, writing, performance, visual arts, arts organisations or freelance practice. Develop practical and collaborative skills through projects, productions and industry experience.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin
Creativity: Thinking Through Doing
Leadership and Transformation
Communication and Persuasive Presentation
Entrepreneurial Mindset
Expand Your Experience

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-03-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-07-05 00:00:00

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More details

Different deadlines depending on the applicant's country of residence

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

69

OR

4

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PTE Academic

52

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IELTS

6

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Credits

24 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Melbourne, Australia

Disciplines

Fine Arts View 62 other Bachelors in Fine Arts in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

69

OR

4

Schedule TOEFL®

PTE Academic

52

Schedule a PTE test!

IELTS

6

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

E2 Language Test Prep

Trusted by 7M+ Students

Start Studying Today

Admission to your dream university starts with a high IELTS or PTE score. Earn your target score with E2's guided test preparation.

Study on your own schedule
Live classes with current and ex-examiners
Accurate score assesment, always
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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code 00113B

Year 12 prerequisite subjects

Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English EAL (English as an Additional Language) or at least 20 in English other than EAL

ATAR

Senior Secondary Certificate of Education with an unadjusted ATAR of at least 50 or equivalent

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

38600 AUD / year

≈ 38600 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

12308 AUD / year

≈ 12308 AUD / year

Living costs

Melbourne

Australia

1501 - 2659 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Career outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Melbourne

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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