Advanced Diploma of Visual Arts - CUA60720

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Australia, Melbourne

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RMIT University

Australia , Melbourne

Key Facts

Program Level

Diploma

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

110047C

Application Fee

AUD 100

Campuses

Melbourne City

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesFebruary-2026

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 24,000 / year

Next Intake February-2026

Advanced Diploma of Visual Arts - CUA60720

About

In the Advanced Diploma of Visual Arts, you will have the opportunity to further develop your artistic practice and enhance your creative skills.

Designed to build practical and highly transferrable skills across a range of industry contexts, including drawing, painting, installation, printmaking, digital media, sculpture, web design, photography, business and exhibition, this qualification will teach you to:

effectively communicate to present ideas and concepts
interpret visual arts assignment briefs
big picture thinking
work collaboratively and independently
a continuous improvement mindset
select appropriate mediums to create works of art
work sustainably from studios and workshops
utilise a range of traditional, contemporary, and emergent technologies.

Why study the Advanced Diploma of Visual Arts at RMIT?

Hone your craft

Develop your aesthetic approach and creative practice under the guidance of industry practitioners with knowledge of new technologies and visual arts techniques.

Build your network

Access networking opportunities with industry and alumni to help guide you in gaining employment upon graduation.

Flexible career

Build specialised and highly transferrable skills that will take your career across a range of industry contexts.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Successful completion of the Diploma of Visual Arts or equivalent qualification.

English Program Requirements

To study this program you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:

IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 5.5 (with no individual band below 5.0)
TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 50 (with minimum of 5 in Reading, 5 in Listening, 14 in Speaking and 15 in Writing)
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 42 (with no communication band less than 36)
C1 Advanced: minimum of 162 with no less than 154 in any component.

For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information.

Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Upper Intermediate at RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP).

Career

Many of our graduates gain employment soon after they complete their studies and often win local, national and international awards.

Our graduates go on to establish and run successful, independent practices due to their strong business and problem-solving skills, and their ’can do’ attitude.

Possible job outcomes include:

artist
art therapist
visual arts teacher
arts technician
museum conservator
exhibition curator
tattoo artist
visual arts professional
animator
illustrator
gallery assistant
gallery curator.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 24,000

Application Fee

AUD 100

How to Apply

Step 1: Find a course

Step 2: Check the entry requirements

Step 3: Collect required documents

Step 4: Submit your application

If you are applying for on-campus study in a coursework program (Bachelor, Associate Degree or Honours), use the online application system for international students.

Remember, our team are experts in RMIT study options and how to apply, so contact the team if you need support with your application.