Arts and creative industries
Whether your interests lie with the written word, performance arts, fine arts or media, our diverse range of creative arts and communications courses mean you can follow your passion while gaining the skills, knowledge and experience to develop a meaningful career.
Top rankings
We’re the highest ranked university in Western Australia for architecture and built environment, education, communication and media studies.
(Source: QS World University Rankings by Subject 2022)
Outstanding facilities
Curtin is home to an enviable array of creative learning spaces, including a drawing and painting studio, print media studio, screen arts lab, media production studio, and performance spaces such as Hayman Theatre.
Flexible course structure
Tailor your arts degree to suit your individual career goals, skills and interests.
Strong employment outlook
The employment outlook for Graphic and Web design and Illustrators is very strong, with a projected increase of 21.7% by 2026.
Explore our double degrees
Specialist areas
Design
Explore our diverse range of courses, ranging from photography and fashion design to animation and game design.
Creative arts and communications
Our courses encompass areas including fine arts, creative writing, journalism, Chinese, Japanese, digital and social media, and more.
Hear from our graduates
Meet Ivy and Marco
Ivy and Marco share their experience and talk about the Graduate Showcase, an annual event that allows you to showcase your work, network with industry and build your portfolio of work.
Gerry Luwandri
I have really enjoyed the high-quality curriculum, practical aspects, and feedback from the lecturers and tutors, which has helped to shape my design thinking and technical abilities. Once you master the design process, you’ll be able to repeatedly create and re-produce high-quality, stunning designs.
Finding your passion starts here
How to apply
Not sure how to apply? Follow our simple application instructions for your preferred course at Curtin.
Curtin early offers for 2023
Our Early Offers Program is available for most Curtin courses, and will help you secure a place in your chosen course before you even receive your ATAR.
Find your pathway to Curtin
Think you don’t have the marks or qualifications to study at Curtin? We have several pathways to help you meet admission. Use our pathway finder to find your best way to studying with us.
What’s happening at Curtin
Find out what’s happening in Curtin Arts and Creative Industries, and beyond.
Free your imagination, explore new concepts and connect people with a degree in arts and creative industries at Curtin University.
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