Program Overview

Introduction to the Bachelor of Design and Bachelor of Fine Art Double Degree

The Bachelor of Design and Bachelor of Fine Art double degree is a unique and innovative program that empowers creative thinkers to fuse artistic expression with strategic design. This four-year full-time course is designed to prepare students to become versatile, conceptually driven, and industry-ready professionals. By combining the critical vision and skills of both design and fine art, graduates will be equipped to shape culture, solve complex problems, and lead innovation across the creative industries.

Course Details

• Location: On-campus at Caulfield
• Duration: 4 years (full-time)
• Start date: First semester (February) and Second semester (July)
• Alternative exits: Bachelor of Collaborative Design, Bachelor of Communication Design, Bachelor of Industrial Design, Bachelor of Spatial Design, Bachelor of Fine Art
• Fees: Information about fees (Overview, Entry requirements, Course structure, Applications, and Fees)

Entry Requirements

International Entry Requirements

To be considered for entry into this course, international students must satisfy all of the following requirements:

• Minimum age requirements: At the time of enrolment, students must be at least 17 years of age.
• Academic entry requirements: Students must have successfully completed a minimum of an Australian Year 12 qualification (or equivalent) and achieve the required academic entry score.
• English entry requirements: Students must satisfy English entry requirements in one of the following ways: English subject (Australian Year 12 equivalent), language of instruction, or English tests (IELTS, TOEFL, Pearson Test of English, etc.).

Prerequisite Subject Requirements

Students must satisfy the following prerequisite subject requirements for this course:

• English: VCE (Units 3 and 4), English (EAL), English (Other), or IB Diploma Programme (Standard Level or Higher Level)
• Mathematics: Not specified
• Science/Other: Not specified

Additional Requirements

• Folio: All domestic applicants must apply via VTAC and register for a Fine Art folio presentation. International students must register for a Fine Art folio presentation.
• Selection requirements: Each applicant's final ranking is based on their folio presentation and ATAR (or equivalent).

Course Structure

The Bachelor of Design and Bachelor of Fine Art double degree includes units that are required in each of the single degrees. Students will need to complete these units, which include some options.

Design

The Bachelor of Design develops through theme studies in history and theory, a drawing foundation, design studios specific to each of the specialist areas of study, and a range of self-selected elective units. These will come together in the form of a graduand exhibition developed during the final two studio units in the third year of the course.

Part A. History and Theory Studies

History and theory units will equip students with the skills necessary to research design issues and provide the research methods relevant to their studio or workshop practice.

Part C. Design Studios

This component of the course will develop key skills and concepts particular to the student's design discipline. Students can choose from four specialisations: Collaborative Design, Communication Design, Industrial Design, and Spatial Design.

Fine Art

The Bachelor of Fine Art develops through theme studies in history and theory, drawing, and fine art knowledge and practice. In the art history and curating specialisation, these will come together through an internship and a final research project. In the fine art specialisations, these will come together during the final two studio units in the third year of the course. In both specialisations, final projects will be exhibited in the graduand exhibition.

Part A. History and Theory Studies

History and theory units will equip students with the skills necessary to research fine arts issues and provide the research methods relevant to their studio or workshop practice.

Part C. Fine Art Knowledge and Practice

Through this component of the course, students will develop key skills and concepts particular to their fine art specialisation.

Career Opportunities

Graduating with a double degree in Design and Fine Art will give students a distinctive edge. They will be equipped to work in creative direction and branding; public art and spatial design; UX/UI and human-centred design; product design; or to run their own independent art practice with applied design acumen. Students will also stand out in emerging and hybrid fields that value both critical reflection and practical innovation.

Fees and Scholarships

Fees are subject to change annually. The total fees for 2025 for this 24 credit point (6 month full-time) course are to be advised. Monash University offers one of the most generous scholarship programs in Australia. Students can find out which scholarship they could be eligible for and apply online.

Conclusion

The Bachelor of Design and Bachelor of Fine Art double degree is a unique and innovative program that empowers creative thinkers to fuse artistic expression with strategic design. By combining the critical vision and skills of both design and fine art, graduates will be equipped to shape culture, solve complex problems, and lead innovation across the creative industries. With a range of specialisations and career opportunities, this course is ideal for students who want to make a mark in the creative world.