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Arts: Graduate Diploma in Arts

Graduate Diploma

This course focuses on practical engagement and is taught by industry and academic experts. Students can specialise in areas such as Creative Writing, Digital Communications, Fine Art, Professional Writing and Publishing, and Screen Arts, with opportunities to progress to a Master of Arts.

Key details

Degree Type

Graduate Diploma

Duration

1 year full-time

Course Code

GD-ARTS, 117065M

Intake Months

Feb, Jul

International Fees

$38,546 per year / $38,546 total

About this course

Overview

This course has a strong practical engagement focus, and is taught by industry and academic experts who will help you connect with creative and intellectual communities and industries.

You will specialise in one of the following areas of expertise, as your major:

Creative Writing
Digital Communications
Fine Art
Professional Writing and Publishing
Screen Arts

You'll also learn about different research methods used in your major and how to develop a project proposal.

This graduate diploma is part of a tiered postgraduate program, which means that you can choose to exit the program at the graduate certificate level (after completing the units required for that qualification). After completing this course, you can apply to study for your Master of Arts.

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

Applicants require a 3 or 4 year bachelor degree in any field from a recognised tertiary education institution OR successful completion of 2 or more units in the Graduate Certificate in Arts. Students who have completed more than 50 credits of undergraduate units from a discipline area cannot choose a major in that same discipline area for this Graduate Diploma.

English requirements

Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.

IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System)

Writing: 6
Speaking: 6
Reading: 6
Listening: 6
Overall band score: 6.5

What you will learn

What you'll learn

understand the discipline of a selected field in the Arts, its theoretical underpinnings, ways of thinking and professional or creative approaches; understand and apply established knowledge, principles, and professional or creative practices in chosen aspects of the Arts
apply logical and rational processes to analyse the components of a subject or project and engage critically with the subject matter to respond creatively within a selected communication paradigm
determine what information is needed and where it might be found using appropriate technologies; make valid judgements and synthesise information from a range of sources and apply best practice in developing a professional or creative work in response to a particular situation; communicate appropriately with colleagues, professional and creative contacts and the general public and develop communication skills across one or more media forms appropriate to varying situations
understand and apply a range of learning strategies; take responsibility for one's own learning and development; sustain intellectual curiosity and engage with emerging forms of theory and practice in the Arts. Think globally and consider issues from a variety of perspectives and apply relevant international standards, tools and practices to one's professional or creative practice
acknowledge the interrelationship between local, national, and global perspectives and the impact of these on the Arts: recognise individual human rights, and appreciate the importance of cultural diversity and the sensitivities which may be created when engaging with and representing issues pertaining to ethnic and community groups
demonstrate professional behaviour and standards and work collaboratively to apply them in all aspects of creative practice and production-related activities

Career pathways

Careers

Artist
Copywriter
Arts administrator
Audio, broadcasting or theatre technician
Film, theatre or television director
Cinematographer
Digital content creator
Media liaison officer
Multimedia developer
Media production assistant
Publisher assistant
Visualisation specialist
Technical artist
Curator

Industries

Arts and creative industries
Advertising and marketing
Film and television
Government and non-profit sectors
Media and entertainment
Publishing

Credit for prior study or work

Credit for recognised learning (CRL)

Use your experience to get credit towards your degree

Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.

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How to apply

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Please note that each campus has different application deadlines. View our application deadlines page for further information.

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