Bachelor
Deakin's Bachelor of Creative Arts (Visual Arts) combines in-depth disciplinary training in drawing, painting, 3D construction, fabrication, and digital technologies alongside a sequence of open-ended studio-based studies encouraging cross-disciplinary and interdisciplinary thinking. Gain both the practical studio skills and adaptable critical thinking skills necessary to participate successfully in the art world and creative industries.
Theoretical elements of the course are highly integrated with studio practice and designed to develop transferable skills alongside the necessary specialist knowledge required to participate critically in your chosen fields.
There is emphasis on exhibition making as an integral aspect of professional studio practice and our various studio and gallery spaces are designed to support a dynamic culture of studio production and development, collaboration, experimentation, exhibition and critique.
Want to experiment with expression and make a career out of adventurous, contemporary art?
From specialised studio practice and interdisciplinary learning to leading theory and critical thinking, you'll develop the skills to be an adaptable, articulate and creative practitioner.
Draw inspiration from and gain expertise in:
You will also be able to draw on the expertise of our staff, who are active practitioners and leading researchers in their fields, and engage with the wider arts industry through visiting specialists and professionals.
Choose to undertake work placements in art institutions, with contemporary artists, or at major community and cultural events. You can also go overseas on an optional international study tour*.
Through this course, you'll develop transferable skills in:
By coupling your major with units in other creative arts disciplines, you'll expand your career opportunities in areas like marketing, media, and communications. Alternatively, work in arts and cultural communities when you graduate, or develop an independent studio career working towards exhibitions in commercial galleries or public arts spaces.
If you're considering becoming a visual arts teacher, you can combine your art specialisation with further postgraduate teaching studies.
*Overseas study programs to be confirmed in 2022 and beyond, subject to government travel restrictions.
Graduates are equipped with a dynamic and entrepreneurial skill set, ready for a career as creatives in the expanding arts industries. Our graduates have moved into career opportunities in roles such as:
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To qualify for the award of Bachelor of Creative Arts (Visual Arts) a student must complete 24 credit points including:
18
Core units
6
Elective units
24
Total
The University aims to provide students with as much credit as possible for approved prior study or informal learning which exceeds the normal entrance requirements for the course and is within the constraints of the course regulations. Students are required to complete a minimum of one-third of the course at Deakin University, or four credit points, whichever is the greater. In the case of certificates, including graduate certificates, a minimum of two credit points within the course must be completed at Deakin.
You can also refer to the Recognition of Prior Learning System which outlines the credit that may be granted towards a Deakin University degree and how to apply for credit.