Course overview
If you are passionate about the creative arts, this course will give you the knowledge and skills to pursue a career anywhere in the world.
In this course, you'll select a major from Fine Art, Screen Arts or Theatre Arts. Throughout your studies, you will build a thorough, contemporary understanding of theory and practice in your chosen major. You'll be taught by discipline experts and industry professionals who are dedicated to sharing their knowledge and passion for the creative arts.
Importantly, you'll work with industry-standard equipment in our Media Production Studio, Hayman Theatre, and the studios, labs and galleries of Curtin's Design and Art precinct. You may also have opportunities for internships and be able to present your creative works to the public – ensuring that you're immersed in the creative sector before you graduate.
You'll graduate with the practical skills, industry experience and global perspective you’ll need to thrive in the creative industries.
Why study at Curtin?
Get the Curtin edge
Each major culminates in a capstone unit. You will get the chance to showcase your skills in an art exhibition, theatre performance or screen project.
Cutting-edge
Gain first-hand experience with industry environments including our Media Production Studio, the Hayman Theatre or the John Curtin Gallery.
Broad career options
Our Bachelor of Creative Arts is flexible, allowing you to follow your interests and create a unique program through your choice of major and specialisations or electives.
Your student experience
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Course structure
Customise your degree
At Curtin, you can study disciplines of your choice and gain a Creative Arts degree that's tailored to your creative passions and career aspirations.
Step 1: Choose your major
Select a major that suits your career aspirations:
Step 2: Complete your course structure
Option 1: Choose a specialisation plus electives
Complement your major with a specialisation from another Creative Arts discipline or any study area, plus elective units in which you meet the prerequisites.
Specialisations are subject to availability. See the full list of specialisations.
Option 2: Choose electivesChoose elective units in any field in which you meet the unit prerequisites.
Detailed course structure and unit information
For detailed information and course structure, visit our Handbook.
Entry requirements
To apply for entry into this course, you must have met:
- the course ATAR (Australian Tertiary Academic Rank) or equivalent recognised overseas qualification
- any course-specific requirements
- the English language requirement.
Academic equivalences
You’ll need to demonstrate ATAR equivalence using a recognised qualification. The table below shows common qualifications recognised by Curtin and their indicative equivalent cut-off scores for this course.
Admission cut-off scores by qualification
Australian Qualification
Score
ATAR
70
Equivalent qualification
GCE/STPM/HKALE (A-levels - best of 3)
5
HKDSE
15
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
24
Canadian Provincial High School Diploma
60
ATAR (including WACE/SACE/HCE/VCE)
70
WAUFP (CPS)
54
India (CBSE) %
60%
India (HSC) %
65%
Sri Lanka GCE A level
5
Qualification not listed?
Find your qualification by searching for your home country to find the score you’ll require to demonstrate ATAR equivalence.
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Australia
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Bangladesh
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Botswana
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Brazil
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Brunei
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Canada
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China
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Germany
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Hong Kong
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India
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Indonesia
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Iran
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Japan
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Kenya
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Korea
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Malaysia
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Mauritius
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Myanmar
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Nepal
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Norway
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Oman
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Pakistan
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Philippines
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Russia
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Saudi Arabia
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Singapore
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South Africa
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Spain
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Sri Lanka
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Taiwan
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Tanzania
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Thailand
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US
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United Arab Emirates
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United Kingdom
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Vietnam
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Zambia
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Zimbabwe
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Other
Course-specific requirements
You’ll also need to meet any specific requirements to be eligible to apply for this course.
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.
Check the Handbook for course-specific details about credits.
Additional information
Notes about this course
Make sure you check the course notes for any other important information.
Fees
2026 International indicative fees
Indicative year 1 fee
$37,290*
Total indicative course fee
$111,870*
2027 International indicative fees
Indicative year 1 fee
$41,018*
Total indicative course fee
$123,054*
Important information about fees
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Fees are indicative only.
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*First-year fees are based on a first-year full-time study load of 200 credits. Your fees will vary depending on the units you choose.
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Tuition fees may increase by up to 8 percent each year and are subject to legislative changes.
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This indicative fee does not include other fees like administrative and incidental fees (such as lab coats or art supplies) or the cost of your textbooks. Visit fees and charges for more information.
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These fees apply to international students enrolled at one of Curtin’s Australian campuses. For information about fees at Curtin’s global locations, visit the relevant campus website.
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.
Curtin Global Future Leaders Scholarship
Curtin Global Future Leader Scholarship provides eligible students a one-off credit of AUD$12,500 against the tuition fee of the course they are undertaking.
Curtin English Scholarship
When you complete a Curtin English course as a pathway into a Curtin University degree course, you will receive a one-off credit of up to AUD$7,496 towards your tuition fees.
How to apply
Follow these steps to make sure you’re eligible, prepared and ready to apply for your course.
Check entry requirements
Entry requirements differ by course and your previous work and study experience.
Prepare your documents
The documents you need may vary depending on your course and application pathway.
Check application deadlines
Deadlines vary by course and whether you’re applying as a domestic or international student.
Choose your application pathway
Apply through an agent
A registered Curtin agent will lodge your application to Curtin on your behalf. They can also answer any questions you may have about applying, courses, student visas and scholarships.
Apply directly to Curtin
Depending on your country’s requirements, you may be able to apply directly to Curtin without using an agent.
Application deadlines can vary by course. Make sure to check application deadlines before you apply.
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