Course overview
Combining arts and innovation means you can reimagine industries, create impactful solutions and influence social and technological change. You can develop your creative expression and critical thinking skills, while learning to solve problems and lead entrepreneurial ventures.
Through your Arts degree, you’ll gain insight into society, culture and communications, selecting from majors such as Creative Writing, Digital and Social Media and International Relations. You’ll sharpen your ability to analyse, critique and express ideas that could reshape cultural landscapes.
In your Innovation degree, you’ll focus on entrepreneurial thinking, product development and strategy. You’ll learn how to transform your ideas into real-world solutions – whether by launching your own start-up or by driving innovation within existing industries.
Combining the two can make you stand out in a competitive job market and be prepared for a wide range of careers that require a blend of creative and technical expertise and problem-solving skills.
The course involves a set of transformational experiences, including the development of a sustainable business innovation project, an interactive study tour or an international experience. You can practise your new skills in real situations, whether you’re aspiring to craft stories, create cutting-edge online platforms, or lead strategic international projects.
Course structure
In this double degree you'll study the Bachelor of Innovation core units and transformative experiences, in addition to studying your choice of Arts major.
Available Arts majors
Career outcomes
According to the World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs 2025 report, analytical, creative and agile thinking will be among the most in-demand skills between 2025 and 2030. This unique double degree equips you with the abilities needed to thrive in careers that demand both creative insight and innovative problem-solving.
Careers
- Game writer
- Tourism experience designer
- Digital content strategist
- Innovation analyst
- Entrepreneur
- Business analyst
- Web developer
Industries
- Gaming
- Media and creative arts
- Start ups
- eCommerce and marketing
- Higher education
- Tourism and event management
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Entry requirements
To study this course, you must meet the entry criteria:
- course ATAR, or equivalent, demonstrated via an accepted entry pathway
- any course-specific requirements
- English language requirement.
Minimum ATAR entry required
This course requires you to achieve a minimum ATAR/selection rank to be considered for entry, but does not guarantee selection.
Entry pathways
There are different ways to meet our academic entry requirements. Choose the option that best suits the highest level of education that you’ve achieved.
Curious how students entered this course? See the entry pathways other students have taken.
Course-specific requirements
You’ll also need to meet any specific requirements to be eligible to apply for this course.
Study credit and support
You may be able to receive study credit or support based on your previous experience or personal circumstances.
Get credit towards your degree
You may be able to receive credit for recognised learning (CRL) from past study or professional experience, which could reduce the time it takes to finish your course.
Find specific details about CRL for this course on the Handbook.
Special consideration
If your studies were affected by circumstances beyond your control, you may be eligible for special consideration when applying to Curtin. This process is available to new applicants only and allows your application to be assessed in light of those circumstances.
Additional information
Notes about this course
Make sure you check the course notes for any other important information.
Fees
2025 Domestic indicative fees
2026 Domestic indicative fees
*The indicative first-year fee is based on a standard full-time study load of 200 credit points.
This fee is a guide only. Your total fee may vary depending on the units you choose, your study load or if your course includes additional requirements. For more information on fees, see other fees and charges.
Scholarships
Get the support you need to succeed with our diverse range of scholarships. Whether it’s financial support, assistance with relocation, or recognition for your academic achievements, we have scholarships tailored to your unique needs.
How to apply
Follow these steps to make sure you’re eligible, prepared and ready to apply for your course.
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Entry requirements differ by course and your previous work and study experience.
Prepare your documents
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Check application deadlines
Deadlines vary by course and whether you’re applying as a domestic or international student.
Choose your application pathway
I’m in year 12 or applying for Medicine
If you’re in year 12 or recently finished high school, you’ll need to apply through TISC.
You’ll apply through TISC no matter what you studied in high school, whether that was:
- ATAR
- General subjects
- Certificate IV
- or completing UniReady in Schools program.
TISC has different application dates to Curtin. Visit the TISC website for all important dates, including application deadlines.
I have finished high school
If you’re not a current year 12 student or recent graduate, you’re considered a non school leaver and you’ll apply directly to Curtin.
The only exception is Medicine, which must be applied for through TISC.
You’ll apply directly to Curtin if you are:
- a high school graduate who finished school last year or earlier
- transferring from another university
- returning to study or using your professional experience to qualify
- progressing from a VET or TAFE qualification or bridging program
- a current Curtin student changing courses or campuses.
Application deadlines can vary by course. Make sure to check application deadlines before you apply.
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