Major overview
Professional artists are creative practitioners who contribute to the artistic, aesthetic and social aspects of society.
This major is designed for those who wish to be a professional artist or pursue a career in the creative industries.
How to study this major
A major is a set of eight or more units you complete as part of a degree, including at least two in your final year. To study this major, you’ll need to apply for one of the degrees listed below.
Career outcomes
Careers
- Artist
- Artisan / craftsperson
- Arts administrator
- Gallery professional
- Curator
Industries
- Arts
- Creative arts
- Community arts
- Public art
- Fashion
Why study at Curtin?
Get the Curtin edge
You’ll complete your own creative body of work and exhibit your work at our graduate art show – which is attended by gallery directors, curators, arts professionals, collectors and the public.
Highly regarded course
Curtin is a respected centre for visual arts education in Australia and abroad.
Transferable skills
You learn technical art skills plus gain transferable skills in creativity, communication and critical thinking – which are sought after in a range of fields locally and globally.
Major structure
What you’ll learn
The first two years of your course are studio-based. You'll focus on drawing, painting, print media, sculpture, installation and new media, as well as emerging disciplines.
In your final year, you’ll undertake self-directed projects, culminating in the opportunity to present your artworks at our annual graduate show.
You’ll also learn skills from our artists-in-residence. Curtin appoints a different artist-in-residence each semester, so that you benefit from a diversity of expertise.
Detailed course structure and unit information
For detailed information and course structure, visit our Handbook.
How to apply
This degree is part of a degree. To apply, choose the degree you want to study and review its entry requirements. Then, prepare any required documents and submit your application before the deadline for your chosen intake.
After you receive and accept your offer, you can enrol in this degree either at the start of your degree or later in your studies, depending on your course structure.
Choose your degree
To study this major, you'll need to apply one of the degrees listed below.Explore more
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