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Fine Art Major (BCA)

  • Non-Award

Professional artists contribute to the artistic and social needs of society. This major prepares students for careers in the creative industries, offering studio-based activities and self-directed projects culminating in a graduate show.

Key details

Degree Type
Non-Award
Course Code
MJRU-FINAR

About this course

Overview

Professional artists are creative people who contribute to the artistic, aesthetic and social needs of contemporary society.

This major is designed for those who wish to be professional artists or pursue a career in the creative industries.

In the first two years of your course, you'll engage in studio-based activities, focusing on painting, print media, sculpture, drawing, installation, new media and emerging disciplines.

In your final year, you'll undertake self-directed projects, culminating in the opportunity to present your artworks at the annual graduate show.

You'll also benefit from our artist-in-residence program. Curtin appoints a new artist-in-residence each semester, so you can access the diversity of professional expertise.

Fine art is offered as part of the Bachelor of Creative Arts.

What you will learn

  • apply discipline knowledge of creative production in both studio practice and Fine Art critical discourse; contribute to evidence based practice through visual research: critically evaluate visual culture, technology and literature relevant to the discipline.
  • think critically and reflectively: experiment and innovate with creative practice to generate entrepreneurial solutions.
  • demonstrate effective visual, spoken and written communication using appropriate technologies suitable to both studio practice and art critical discourse.
  • recognise and acknowledge the importance of engaging global, ethical and sustainable practices appropriate to contemporary Fine Art production.
  • appreciate and employ understandings of cultural diversity and visual language in the practices of Fine Art: acknowledge interrelationships of local indigenous values to global perspectives in Fine Art Practice.
  • employ best strategies of Fine Art production that will enhance relevant professional practice, community engagement and leadership.

Career pathways

What jobs can the Fine Art course lead to?

Careers

  • Artist
  • Artisan / craftsperson
  • Arts administrator
  • Gallery professional
  • Curator

Industries

  • Arts
  • Creative arts
  • Community arts
  • Public art
  • Fashion

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  • Curtin course code: MJRU-FINAR
  • Last updated on: 14 October 2025