Join a creative community and explore your passion for the visual arts

The Bachelor of Visual Arts will equip you with historical, theoretical and practical knowledge to begin a career in the visual arts, either in Australia or internationally. Working with accomplished artists, art historians and other industry leaders, you will learn how to navigate and succeed in the visual arts sector. This studio-first degree includes a range of opportunities to connect with potential employers and industry professionals.

In the first year, you'll undertake introductory courses in Painting, Sculpture, Performance and Installation, Photography, Drawing and Contemporary Australian Indigenous Art. First year students may also undertake elective courses such as Printmaking or Jewellery and Small Objects.

In second year, you'll choose a major:

• Painting
• Sculpture, Performance and Installation
• Photography

You'll also have a choice of electives including Public Art, international study tours, museums and galleries internships, or courses across other Griffith University degrees.

In the third year, you'll continue in major studies, while learning important professional practice skills including the production of a major cross-disciplinary project and exhibition.

Courses in art theory underpin all three years of the program and provide an important foundation for studio practice or further art historical and curatorial study.

Learn in innovative, creative studio spaces at the Queensland College of Art and Design and leverage unique opportunities in our world-class facilities, including galleries and purpose-built visual arts studios.

With the option to apply via portfolio submission, you can showcase your creative potential upfront. This inclusive degree embraces individuals who are passionate about creativity and creation.

Industry and expert connections

Work on real projects for real clients, build your portfolio and establish critical contacts and networks before you graduate. You'll learn from and work alongside practising industry experts who are pushing artistic boundaries in Australia and internationally. Our industry partnerships and collaborations unlock unique opportunities, like access to on-campus exhibitions, networking events, screenings, guest lectures and much more.

Opportunities to engage industry and build career readiness include:

To experience this type of learning, you may need to enrol in specific courses, such as 2009QCA Public Art 1 , or 2381QCA Griffith University Art Museum Internship . These courses may be either core or elective to your degree.

Graduate outcomes

This internationally recognised degree will prepare you for a career in the visual and creative arts. You will become a skilled communicator and collaborator, able to innovate and express your ideas in a range of diverse environments where knowledge of visual and creative art practices is vital to a thriving sector.

The Bachelor of Visual Arts also serves as the foundation for further studies in education, research or professional practice.

Flexibility

Global mobility

Expand your knowledge and your world-view through our mobility courses. Inspiring overseas study opportunities, ranging from a few weeks to a year, are available for students in this degree. Visit Go Global Griffith for more information.

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