Overview

Through this Art History and Curating program from Monash University, you'll develop a broad base of knowledge that sets you up for a career in Australia or abroad.

Key facts

Co-located with the nationally significant Monash University Museum of Art (MUMA), you'll learn about the history of art from foremost scholars and art writers, and acquire skills in the theory and practice of curating from leaders in the field.

In the core and elective units, you'll explore many different periods and places, including Italian Renaissance and Baroque art, modern and contemporary art, photography, film and Indigenous art.

Hands-on experience developing an exhibition concept and internship opportunities in the museum and gallery sector will develop your curating skills in ‘real-life’ situations while units in the history and theory of Curating and in Art Writing will provide you with knowledge and skills for your future career in the visual arts.

Careers and opportunities

Curator, arts media commentator, museum director, gallery owner, arts programmer, arts collection manager, conservator, archivist, museum/gallery education officer, arts administrator, arts historian and researcher.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Modernism and the avant-garde

Indigenous Australian creative practice and ways of knowing

Post-war practices 1945-1990

Curating: Histories and theories

Curating: Making exhibitions

Art writing and criticism

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-07 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-03-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-30 00:00:00

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International

Non-year 12 applicants

International students can apply for a place anytime throughout the year.

Current year 12 or IB students

By late September.

Language

English

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Credits

144 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Caulfield North, Australia

Disciplines

Art History Museum Studies

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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

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IELTS

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General requirements

CRICOS code(s): A20052: 075402F

All Monash undergraduate courses require you to have successfully completed a minimum of an Australian Year 12 qualification (or equivalent) and achieve the required academic entry score. Most Monash faculties generally use your most recent studies for admission however other guidelines may apply where your prior qualification may be considered.

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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

42100 AUD / year

≈ 42100 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

15500 AUD / year

≈ 15500 AUD / year

Additional Details

National:

Commonwealth supported place (CSP)

Full fee: A$37,700

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Art History and Curating.

Available Scholarships

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Overview

Key facts

Careers and opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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