Bachelor of Arts (Fine Art)

3 years full-time

Specialised streams

The degree has 4 plans:

• Expanded Studio Practice (BP201 ES) - drawing, media arts, painting, video art, experimental animation and installation practice
• Sculpture, Sound and Spatial Practice (BP201 SS) - sculpture, sound, fabrication, foundry, live art, sound art, sound design, performance, music technology, public art and installation
• Object based Practice (BP201 OP) - ceramics, gold and silversmithing, jewellery, object design, hand forming, enamelling, casting and moulding, glazing and wheel forming
• Print Imaging Practice (BP201 PIP) - fine art photography, printmaking, artist books, digital imaging, intaglio, print based installation, lithography, photography, relief printing and screen.

Learning and teaching

RMIT offers a variety of learning and teaching approaches including lectures, seminars, studios, workshops, presentations, group discussions and syndicate work. These are primarily in English.

You will have access to the Learning Hub and other online and digital resources through the myRMIT student portal.

Ongoing assessment throughout the semester includes examinations, essays, reports, oral classes, presentations, group projects, research projects, laboratory projects and practical assignments.

Program structure

Year 1

You'll begin to develop skills to assist you in investigating ideas and creative interpretations, and forming a range of skills in the production of creative works.

Year 2

You'll continue to develop ideas and skills within a framework of experimentation and self-directed projects, supported by courses designed to further your skills in theory and practice.

Year 3

You'll develop self-guided projects supported by critical feedback and reflection. You will graduate with a sophisticated body of creative work.

The following program structure(s) is an example of what students are currently studying in this program.

All areas of study are integrated into industry experience through assessment and critical feedback. Internship opportunities with a range of partner institutions and organisations also exist.

RMIT University is committed to providing you with an education that strongly links formal learning with professional or vocational practice.

Multi-skilled and capable of employment in a range of creative industries, our graduates continue to make significant contributions to contemporary art and culture nationally and internationally.

They exhibit in world-class local, national and international galleries, and hold senior positions in galleries and museums as well as national and international university academic and research positions.

Graduates engage in artistic and cultural activities like:

• public art commissions
• online and time-based art
• production design
• website design
• photography
• special effects art
• video editing
• festival curation
• cultural diplomacy
• sound recording
• music arrangement
• motion picture directing
• commercial creative practices.

Professional recognition and accreditation

The program is recognised by national and international funding and support organisations as a degree in fine art, including Arts Victoria and The Australia Council for the Arts.

Student exchange is offered in year 2 of the program, as well as a study tour to New York. The program has strong connections with Europe through drawing, and many graduates are now working internationally.

You must meet the University entry requirements for this type of program.

Program entry requirements

Prerequisites

Current Year 12 prerequisite units 3 and 4 - a study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) or at least 25 in any other English.

Selection tasks

Applicants must be able to enter with advanced standing into semester 2, therefore have comparable studies from another fine art degree program.

Pre-selection kit: Submit an RMIT University Fine Art Pre-selection Kit by 17 June, ensuring the studio preferences selected on the pre-selection kit match the program plan you have applied for. Applicants must note that late submission of the pre-selection kit will not be considered.

Folio presentation (short-listed applicants only): Applicants will be contacted to attend a folio presentation.

1. Check program entry requirements and confirm you're eligible.

2. Check and complete the selection tasks (if applicable) by the relevant closing date - these tasks are listed in the program entry requirements.

3. Check the table below for how to apply.

4. Apply using the appropriate method by the closing date.

Application method

Equity access

If circumstances have interrupted or disadvantaged your access to education, RMIT offers equity access schemes that allow selection officers to give applicants extra consideration, which may improve your prospects of studying at RMIT.

Tuition fees vary according to program and are adjusted annually.

In a Commonwealth supported place (CSP) your tuition fee is shared between you and the Commonwealth Government - if you meet the eligibility criteria.

Fee assistance

As a Commonwealth supported student, you may be able to either:

• pay all or part of your student contribution up front and receive a 10% discount, or
• defer your tuition fees through the HECS-HELP loan scheme.

RMIT awards more than 2000 scholarships every year to recognise academic achievement and assist students from a variety of backgrounds. Learn more about RMIT Scholarships.

Other fees

Students will be required to purchase materials for use in the production of their practical work.

In addition to tuition fees you will also pay the Student services and amenities fee (SSAF). You may be able to defer the fee through the SA-HELP loan scheme.

There may be other additional expenses and administrative fees associated with your studies.

Graduates of the Diploma of Visual Art may be eligible to apply for exemptions.

Foundation studies and visual art students with distinction may articulate directly into the program.

An Honours year is available following the successful completion of the Bachelor of Arts (Fine Art).

Honours is a pathway to postgraduate research. Eligibility is based on your level of academic achievement during the program.

Learn more about pathways or if you are eligible for credit transfer and recognition of prior learning.

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