Program Overview

Overview of the Bachelor of Visual Art Program

The Bachelor of Visual Art program at the University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) is designed to produce graduates who are creative, innovative, adaptable, and entrepreneurial. This industry-relevant degree explores the future of visual art and its applications within evolving new employment opportunities in the 21st century.

Program Structure

The program consists of 24 units of study, including core units, a 12-unit Visual Art major, and selection units. Students can choose to major in either Curation, Innovation, and Visual Art or Visual Art Studio Practice. The program also offers the option to add a minor from another discipline.

Majors

• Curation, Innovation, and Visual Art: This major focuses on the future of visual art and its application, providing students with detailed knowledge of historical, ideological, critical, and ethical perspectives.
• Visual Art Studio Practice: This major builds upon practical art-making skills and techniques, helping students form their identity as emerging artists and gain advanced studio-based learnings and technical proficiencies.

Degree Requirements

To graduate, students must successfully complete the required units, including:

• 4 core units
• 12 units of Visual Art major
• 8 units of selection units, which can be either a second major, two minors, or one minor and elective courses

Entry Requirements

Entry into the Bachelor of Visual Art program requires:

• ATAR 60.00
• Attendance at an interview with a portfolio
• Sound knowledge in English (Units 3 & 4, C) and Visual Arts (Units 3 & 4, C)
• If no ATAR, applicants can undertake an interview and supply a written statement

English Language Requirements

International students must meet the applicable English language requirements, which include an IELTS (Academic) minimum overall score of 6.0 and a minimum score of 5.5 in each of the four components.

Fees and Scholarships

The estimated annual fee for the program is AUD 9,536. Students may be eligible for scholarships, and the university offers a range of scholarships for academic excellence, community leadership, and financial need.

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the Bachelor of Visual Art program can pursue careers in various roles and settings, including:

• Artist
• Art critic
• Art consultant
• Conservator/restorer
• Art journalist
• Magazine writer/editor
• Venue manager
• Museum or gallery manager
• Designer
• New media
• Architecture

Why Study at UniSQ

UniSQ offers a strong start to a career in Visual Arts, with the opportunity to exhibit work at the UniSQ Toowoomba campus, tailor the degree to suit individual needs, and extend skillsets further by adding a minor from another discipline. The university is rated #1 in Australia for graduate starting salary and has been named in the top 350 universities worldwide by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.