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University of Tasmania

  • 17% international / 83% domestic

Diploma of Fine Arts

  • Diploma

Within this diploma, you will develop skills in self-expression and creative problem solving to generate art work.

Key details

Degree Type
Diploma
Duration
1 - 5 years full-time
Course Code
A1B, 0100744
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
International Fees
$32,450 per year / $32,450 total

About this course

Within this diploma, you will develop skills in self-expression and creative problem solving to generate art work. You will be encouraged to participate in contemporary culture, engaging directly with Tasmania's internationally acclaimed arts culture through our ongoing partnerships with festivals and arts institutions across the state. You will be provided with opportunities to actively contribute to the cultural life of our society and interact with both Australian and international visiting artists.

You will gain an awareness of your own creative practice and the role and function of visual art and design within contemporary culture. You can choose from a range of selected units, which will provide a foundation for further study in fine art and/or enable you to encounter and develop skills in diverse art disciplines.

Entry requirements

We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you're not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, the admissions team will work with you to find the best pathway option.

Enquire online for advice on the application process and the available pathways to study.

Applicants are ranked by ATAR and offers made based on the number of places available. In 2021, the lowest ATAR to receive an offer into this course was 76.95. The lowest ATAR to receive an offer may change from year to year based on the number of applications we receive

Applicants who have recently completed senior secondary studies but have not received an ATAR may still be eligible for admission if you have completed at least one of the Subject Pre-requisites below. We will consider your subject results on a case-by-case basis when we assess your application.

To be eligible for an offer, applicants must have:

  • Partially completed an undergraduate course at Diploma level or higher (or equivalent). Applicants must have completed at least one unit of study (equivalent to 12.5 UTAS credit points). If an applicant has failed any units the application may be subject to further review before an offer is made; or
  • Completed the UTAS University Preparation Program (or an equivalent qualification offered by an Australian University).

To be eligible for an offer, applicants must have completed a Certificate III (or equivalent) in any discipline.

Applicants without senior secondary, tertiary or VET / TAFE study can complete a personal competency statement.

These prerequisites apply to students from all educational backgrounds.

To be an eligible for an offer, you must have studies or experience equivalent to a satisfactory achievement in one of the following Tasmanian Senior Secondary subject:

ART315117

Art Production

ART315214

Art Studio Practice

ARA315116

Art Theory and Criticism (replaces Art Appreciation ARA315111)

CGD315118

Computer Graphics and Design

HDS315118

Housing and Design

MED315117

Media Production

TEG315115

Technical Graphics

You can enquire online for information on interstate and international equivalents to the Tasmanian senior secondary subject above. If you have not met this prerequisite, you will need to complete a UTAS foundation unit before you start your course.

Provide evidence of pre-tertiary TASC subject/s in visual arts successfully completed (e.g. academic transcripts and certificates of completion).

If your ability to access or participate in education has been affected by circumstances beyond your control, you can apply for special consideration as part of your application. We will consider a range of factors, including economic hardship, serious medical condition or disability.

We can only approve applications for special consideration where we are confident that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in your studies. If your application is not approved, the UTAS admissions team will work with you to find the best alternative pathway to your chosen course. Special consideration is not available for international applicants.

All international students will need to meet the minimum English Language Requirements, University General Entry Requirements and any course specific requirements such as pre-requisite subjects, if applicable.

This degree requires an IELTS (Academic) of 6.0, with no individual band less than 5.5, or a PTE Academic score of 50, with no score lower than 42 or equivalent.

For students who do not meet the English Language Requirement through citizenship or prior studies in English in an approved country, evidence of an approved English language test completed within the last 2 years must be provided. See the English Language Requirements page for more information.

Admission to undergraduate courses at the University of Tasmania requires the completion of qualifications equivalent to a 12th year of education in Australia.

Please review the equivalent undergraduate entry requirements to see the minimum requirement relevant to your country. The ATAR information for this course is located in the "For Domestic Students" section of the entry requirements on this page.

You can also meet the General Entry Requirement for this course with the following qualifications or prior studies:

  • Completion of an equivalent AQF Certificate IV or above
  • Complete or incomplete (minimum 25 credit points) of previous tertiary study at Bachelor level or higher

If you do not meet the minimum requirements, we offer the Foundation Studies Program.

To be an eligible for an offer, you must have studies or experience equivalent to a satisfactory achievement in one of the following Tasmanian Senior Secondary subject:

ART315117

Art Production

ART315214

Art Studio Practice

ARA315116

Art Theory and Criticism (replaces Art Appreciation ARA315111)

CGD315118

Computer Graphics and Design

HDS315118

Housing and Design

MED315117

Media Production

TEG315115

Technical Graphics

You can enquire online for information on interstate and international equivalents to the Tasmanian senior secondary subject above. If you have not met this prerequisite, you will need to complete a UTAS foundation unit before you start your course.

Study locations

Launceston

Hobart

What you will learn

  • 1 Produce creative works and projects with speculative and iterative outcomes as a process of directed creative inquiry
  • 2 Apply technical and theoretical knowledge to identify ideas, artefacts and methods in the arts in order to reflect on your own and others' work.
  • 3 Consider your practice within relevant and diverse contexts (e.g. social, cultural and historical)
  • 4 Communicate ideas and processes to audiences and stakeholders using written, oral and visual skills.
  • Career pathways

    Diverse opportunities

    Build a career you love in the ever expanding creative arts sector. In a world being redefined by innovation, design and creativity, a vast selection of exciting career opportunities present themselves:

    • Arts administrator
    • Creative director
    • Furniture designer
    • Illustrator
    • Multimedia artist
    • Museum or gallery curator
    • Painter
    • Photographer
    • Printmaker
    • Researcher
    • Sculptor
    • Sound artist
    • Video artist
    • Teacher

    Further study

    Open your options with further study, students who successfully complete the Diploma of Fine Arts may progress to the Bachelor Fine Arts.

    Course structure

    The Diploma of Fine Arts requires the completion of 100 credit points from the schedule.

    You can complete the Diploma of Fine Arts with a broad engagement in Critical Practices and Studio Practice units all at Introductory (100) level, or specialise in specific studio practice units at Introductory and Intermediate (200) level.

    If you wish to complete studio practice units at Intermediate units, you should complete the relevant Introductory level studio unit first.

    For example, before attempting FSH214 Photography 2A you should complete FSH111 Photography 1.

    Credit for prior study or work

    Students may be eligible for specific advanced standing (i.e. credit points for relevant units) in this degree if they:

    * Have successfully completed relevant units through the through the University Connections Program (UCP);

    * Have completed an award such as a Diploma or Advanced Diploma at the University, from TAFE or another institution;

    * Are currently studying another Bachelor degree at the University or at another institution;

    * Have completed a Bachelor degree at the University or an equivalent qualification.

    Graduate outcomes

    Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Creative Arts courses at University of Tasmania.
    70.2%
    Overall satisfaction
    70.2%
    Skill scale
    65%
    Teaching scale
    46.8%
    Employed full-time
    $56k
    Average salary