What you can study - Art
The School of Art, Architecture and Design offers art
at undergraduate, honours and
postgraduate level, including
research degrees.
Art and Design History and Theory
courses underpin studio-based courses.
- Undergraduate
- Honours
- Postgraduate
- Fees and scholarships
- How to apply - undergraduate and postgraduate
- Contact
- Glossary of terms
So you want to be a designer or visual artist? - Thursday 10 September 2009
Undergraduate
An undergraduate program at the University of South Australia is a package of individual courses. Once all courses in the program are completed the student holds a degree (Bachelor of Discipline Area) and can go on to do postgraduate study. A degree by coursework means you enrol in selected courses, attend lectures and tutorials, and are assessed progressively. You will acquire industry and professionally relevant skills, knowledge and research frameworks to achieve your career goals.
To do an undergraduate degree
Go to Future students to see if you are eligible to do an undergraduate degree at UniSA. For specific entry requirements (including English language requirements) go to the Bachelor of Visual Arts (DBVS) program page.
Bachelor of Visual Arts (DBVS)
3 year full-time program or part-time equivalent
| UniSA program code | DBVS |
| SATAC code | 424381 |
| CRICOS code (international students only) | 002488K |
| TER | UniWeb for more information |
| Program length | 3 years |
| Program fees | Commonwealth Supported |
| Program fees (international students only) | A$17,500 per 1.0 EFTSL for students commencing in 2010 |
| Prerequisites | None |
| Assumed knowledge | None |
| Accepts Special Entry (STAT) | Yes |
| External study available | No |
| Part-time study available | Yes |
| TAFE credit available | Yes |
| Honours study available | Yes |
| Scholarships available | Undergraduate scholarships |
The Bachelor of Visual Arts (Specialisation) is South Australia's
most prestigious undergraduate visual arts qualification.
In the first year of the Bachelor of Visual Arts,
students are introduced to basic skills and concepts in art and design theory
which provide the foundation for the remainder of their
studies.
This undergraduate degree provides:
- a
studio-based education for people wishing to pursue careers as
professional artists:
- eleven specialisations taught by qualified and experienced practitioners and lecturers up to date with contemporary visual arts practice
- an
art history and theory degree:
- Theory Spine pathway shapes student learning with theory courses, adding strength and depth to the degree
- a first degree for people wishing to pursue careers as art teachers, arts administrators or curators.
Information brochure (PDF file 5.7mb, download Adobe Acrobat)
Studio-based courses (specialisations)
The Bachelor of Visual Arts offers studio specialisations in:
- Art and Design History and Theory
-
Ceramics - Drawing
- Glass
- Jewellery and Metal
- New Media Arts
- Painting
- Photography
- Printmaking
- Sculpture and Installation
- Textiles
Honours
The Honours degree gives students who have demonstrated a high level of achievement in their undergraduate studies the opportunity to further their technical and conceptual skills and continue to specialise in a studio area. Many Honours graduates go on to do a research degree
Bachelor of Visual Arts (Honours) (DHVS)
1 year full-time program or part-time equivalent
The Bachelor of Visual Arts (Honours) program develops the research and analytical skills of undergraduate students for entry into higher degree programs and prepares graduates for entry into the role of artist, arts writer and critic, practitioner, designer, illustrator, curator or another profession where a rigorous academic standard is applied.
See
Theory Spine for
how to shape your learning with theory courses, adding
strength and depth to your degree in
art or design.
Interested in applying to do Honours in Visual Arts in the School of Art, Architecture and Design? More information and student work
Postgraduate
UniSA
postgraduate programs are offered either by coursework or by research.
- Research degrees are offered at Masters by research and PhD degree levels. Students engage in an intensive individual program of research under the guidance of an experienced supervisor with research expertise in a specific area.
- Postgraduate coursework degrees are offered at Graduate Diploma and Masters degree levels. To do a degree by coursework you will enrol in selected courses, attend lectures and tutorials, and be assessed progressively.
| Criteria | Research | Postgraduate coursework |
|---|---|---|
| Program length | 2-3 years (full-time) - 4 years maximum (depending on the degree) | 1-2 years (full-time) (depending on the degree) |
| Program fees (Australian students) | HECS exempt (no fees) | Commonwealth Supported |
| Program fees (international students) | Full fee paying | Full fee paying |
| Prerequisites (Australian) |
Honours degree or equivalent |
Undergraduate degree |
| Prerequisites (international) |
Honours degree or equivalent IELTS score of IELTS 6.5 (academic) or equivalent |
Undergraduate
degree IELTS score of IELTS 6.5 (academic) or equivalent |
| External study available | Yes | Yes |
| Part-time study available | Yes | Yes |
| Scholarships available | Yes | Yes |
To do a research degree
An applicant for a place in a Masters by research or PhD program must satisfy the Research Degrees Committee of competence to undertake a higher degree by research by:
- holding or being eligible to hold from an approved higher education
institution an award in an appropriate discipline which is assessed by this
University as being equivalent to:
- an Honours degree or a Bachelors degree with honours; or
- a Bachelors degree and a preliminary course of study of honours standard; or
- an appropriate Masters degree; or
- holding such other qualifications as are acceptable to the Research Degrees Committee - in such cases the applicant must satisfy the Committee of fitness to undertake advanced work on the basis of the standard of achievement in, and the relevance of, previous higher education studies, and professional experience or published research work.
Research degrees - programs of study available, fees and scholarships, and eligibility (including English language requirements)
To do a postgraduate coursework degree
The entry requirement for graduate and postgraduate awards by coursework is an appropriate first degree, advanced diploma, three-year diploma, or equivalent, from a recognised higher education institution.
Prior studies you have undertaken may contribute towards credit, exemption or advanced standing in the program you intend to study. UniSA has credit transfer agreements with institutions in many countries. Go to Postgraduate applicants for more information and to assess your credit.
To be eligible for entry, prospective students must:
- have completed a recognised relevant undergraduate degree (eg industrial design, applied arts, visual arts, fine arts, interior design, design) from an Australian university or equivalent
- submit a portfolio of work
- submit a written statement of intent
Applications may also be considered from prospective students who do not have an undergraduate degree but may have gained professional experience or other types of qualification. These applicants must submit:
In such cases applicants, as part of their portfolio submission, must demonstrate achievement in, and relevance of, previous higher education studies, professional experience and/or published research work.
Postgraduate coursework degrees - programs of study available, and fees and scholarships
Postgraduate coursework degrees
Graduate Diploma in Visual Art and Design (Specialisation) (DGAD)
1 year full-time program or part-time equivalent
With specialisations in Ceramics, Drawing, Glass, Jewellery and Metal, Furniture Design, New Media Arts, Painting, Photography, Printmaking, Sculpture and Installation, Textiles, Art in Public, Contemporary Curatorial Practice and Arts Writing
See
Theory Spine for
how to shape your learning with theory courses, adding
strength and depth to your degree in art or design.
The Graduate Diploma normally commences in July each year, with graduation occurring in July of the following year. For specific entry requirements (including English language requirements) go to the Graduate Diploma in Visual Art and Design (Specialisation) (DGAD) program page.
Master of Visual Art and Design (Specialisation) (DMAD)
1.5 year full-time program or part-time equivalent
Following on from the Graduate Diploma in Visual Art and Design (Specialisation) (DGAD), students can undertake the Master of Visual Art and Design for a further six months, graduating in December.
With specialisations in Ceramics, Drawing, Glass, Jewellery and Metal, Furniture Design, New Media Arts, Painting, Photography, Printmaking, Sculpture and Installation, Textiles, Art in Public, Contemporary Curatorial Practice and Arts Writing
See
Theory Spine for
how to shape your learning with theory courses, adding
strength and depth to your degree in art or design.
Information brochure (PDF file, download Adobe Acrobat) - coming soon
Fees and scholarships
Fees for domestic students
Commonwealth Supported Fees for Commonwealth Supported Students are calculated at the course level. Select individual courses in the schedule for the Bachelor of Visual Arts (DBVS), Bachelor of Visual Arts (Honours) (DHVS), Graduate Diploma in Visual Art and Design (Specialisation) (DGAD) and Master of Visual Art and Design (Specialisation) (DMAD) to determine total program fees. Students studying a commonwealth supported program pay a student contribution and if eligible may choose to defer this using HECS-HELP (Higher Education Loans Program).
Fees for international students
Fees are calculated on a per Unit basis with 1.0 EFTSL = 36 Units. Fees for international students are determined one year in advance and are subject to variation. See Fee information for each program for next year's calculation.
Scholarships
You may be eligible to apply for a scholarship to support your study: