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Discover the best creative talent on the island and launch a career in design and arts
The University of Tasmania (UTAS) is an esteemed institution that provides a stimulating learning environment, allowing students the opportunity to explore their passions and achieve academic excellence in a tranquil, natural setting.
Through its creative arts and design programs, the University of Tasmania offers students a comprehensive education across many disciplines, including fine arts, graphic design, film, architecture, multimedia production, and creative writing. Furthermore, UTAS is well-positioned to assist students who wish to pursue careers in these fields by offering various courses and programs that provide students with practical skills and knowledge.
Guided by accomplished mentors and industry experts, students embarking on the creative arts and design pathway have the tools to shape their visions into reality. From cutting-edge studios to modern exhibition spaces, students have the platform to showcase their creations and contribute to Tasmania’s vibrant cultural landscape.
The University of Tasmania cultivates the next generation of artists and designers who will shape the world with unique perspectives. Through a synthesis of creative exploration, the university propels its students toward a future where they can leave an indelible mark on the creative and design realms.
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- #273 Best Global Universities
- #22 Best Global Universities in Australia/New Zealand
- #20 Best Global Universities in Australia
- Top ranked university in the World of Climate
- 1st Australian STARS rated institution
- #1 Climate Action Globally
- #293 in QS World University Rankings 2023
- QS WUR Ranking by Subject
courses
Study areas for this college
Hobart
The Bachelor of Media and Communication will introduce you to communication practices across news and journalism, digital content production, marketing and public relations, and film-making. You’ll gain professional insights into global media industries, including evolving trends in media production and communication practices, and deepen your understanding of how media informs and reflects culture and society.
Hobart | Launceston | ECA Melbourne
With a focus on providing you with the skills to compete for employment in the ICT industry globally, a Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology (BICT) gives you the knowledge and ability to stand out in the constantly changing technology landscape.
Hobart
Hobart
Designed for those wanting to promote and implement change across social, environmental, political and business settings, the course helps you develop advanced analytical skills and professional-level communications expertise. Students will develop knowledge of the strategic and political communications fields and media industries and produce and engage with traditional and emergent media platforms and practices.
Hobart
Across government, corporate and community sectors, there is increasing awareness of the need for skilled communicators. The Graduate Certificate in Strategic Communication is an intensive study option designed to develop your professional knowledge and practical skills and provide you with a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving media environment.
Hobart | Launceston
Whether you are interested in a specific practice or aspire to a multidisciplinary artistic career, the Bachelor of Fine Arts will prepare you with important skills for a fulfilling future of creativity and innovation.
You’ll gain technical abilities across our range of studio practice options, including drawing and printmaking, object and furniture, painting, photography, sculpture, and time-based media.
Hobart | Launceston
Within this degree, you will develop skills in self-expression and creative problem-solving to generate artwork. You will be encouraged to participate in contemporary culture, engaging directly with Tasmania’s internationally acclaimed arts culture through our ongoing partnerships with festivals and arts institutions across the state. You will be provided with opportunities to actively contribute to the cultural life of our society and interact with both Australian and international visiting artists.
Hobart
In the Associate Degree, you will participate in a variety of individual and collaborative learning environments and will develop your specialist skills through Music Practice units. Whether you are a Classical Performer, a Songwriter, a Composer or whether your interests lie in Jazz and Popular Music, Music Technology or Commercial Music Creation, the Associate Degree in Music has a path for you. You can also combine two of these specialisations or two different instruments within a single specialisation with the Dual Practice option.
Hobart
Studying music from the island campus of Tasmania teaches you to embrace diversity, connections and ingenuity, leading to a rewarding future in music. Your degree is built around a Music Practice major, in which you develop your individual skills in a specialisation of your choice.
Hobart
The Diploma is designed for students who are interested in broadening and/or deepening their understanding of the music discipline and developing knowledge, skills and techniques in either one or more areas of interest: ensemble skills, music history, music literacy skills, audio design and music technology.
Hobart | Launceston
In this course, you’ll combine foundational design knowledge – in design thinking, processes, forms and language – with a skills focus in one of three design streams: Communication, Digital and Business. You’ll engage with industry-connected projects, practices and expectations and explore design ethics and histories to contextualise your design work.
Hobart | Launceston
The Bachelor of Design offers the greatest flexibility, with the opportunity to take up to three complete design streams, a second major from another discipline, or even a double degree.
In this course we’ll guide you to work with design thinking and design processes, visual language and form, design for inclusive interactions, and strategies and tools for creative enterprise. By understanding major shifts in how design fields now operate, you’ll gain foundational design knowledge and a framework for identifying opportunities.
Launceston | Hobart
Architecture develops ideas and forms that enrich experience and imagination with reference to environmental, social, and economic realities. The program includes architectural design methodologies, histories and theories of architecture, construction techniques and building performance, professional and ethical studies, and design research and communication. It will allow you to develop skills and practices that enable entry into design practice and a pathway to the profession.
Launceston
The program extends the development of skills and knowledge in architecture built on the undergraduate Bachelor of Architecture and Built Environments degree. It draws on a rich treasury of teaching traditions, community partnerships, technical capabilities, design excellence, and questing research. The program aims to foster a profound and enduring engagement with architecture as a profession, discipline, and culture.
Hobart | Launceston | Cradle Coast
The program combines core business units covering areas such as management, finance, marketing, human resources, project management, entrepreneurial and innovative thinking, and business planning with a choice of streams and electives in students’ areas of interest. The course content has been developed in consultation with industry experts and they are actively involved in its delivery.
Asset creation On-campus
Think Tank’s mentorship is designed to help artists that have previous training and/or experience brush up on their skills and produce a viable demo reel. Each student is assigned a personal, state-of-the-art workstation. During your time on campus, you will have access to 4-months of guidance from an industry professional to create and polish your demo reel.
Vancouver, Canada
12 Months
February | June | October
International Students: $50,800 CAD
Canadian Students: $38,400 CAD
asset creation Online
Asset Creation is a term used in the CG industry for the creation of all bits and pieces, both big and small, used in Film and Games. This Asset Creation program is designed to train working artists in the CG Industry for the roles of Props & Environments for Film, Characters & Creatures for Film, Environments for Games as well as Characters & Creatures for Games.
Online
16 Months
February | June | October
$15,840 CAD
If you pay for all 4 terms upfront, you will receive 5% off.
Mentorship
Think Tank’s mentorship is designed to help artists that have previous training and/or experience brush up on their skills and produce a viable demo reel. Each student is assigned a personal, state-of-the-art workstation. During your time on campus, you will have access to 4-months of guidance from an industry professional to create and polish your demo reel.
Vancouver, Canada
4 Months
February | June | October
International Students: $16,500 CAD
Canadian Students: $12,500 CAD
Associate Degree in Music
Bachelor of Media and Communication
Bachelor of Music
Bachelor of Arts
Associate Degree in Applied Design
Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology
Master of Strategic Communication
Bachelor of Fine Arts
Bachelor of Architecture & Built Environments
Master of Architecture
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Graduate success stories
SAM BARRY Bachelor of Media and Communication
“We’ve decided to do an interactive cheese experience,” Bachelor of Media and Communication student Sam Barry said at the 2022 Creative Lab event. You walk into a room, you’re presented with pieces of music and art inspired by a particular type of cheese, to allow you to experience the cheese without actually tasting it. Although, you do actually get to taste it as well.”
Kellie Andrews Bachelor of Media and Communication
“At the beginning I was absolutely terrified because, I do think I’m a creative person, but I suffer from a lot of self-doubt,” she said “Now I have a bit more confidence around my creativity and my ideas being valuable, from the really encouraging feedback from my teacher and other students. That’s what our working life will be like, collaborating with different people from different fields with different expertise. Learning to problem-solve with other people and come up with creative ideas is a skill we can use virtually anywhere.”
Naarah Barnes - Bachelor of Music
“I was singing before I was talking and dancing before I was walking.” she said “There are some huge Australian television names,” she said of the cast of Deadloch, written by comedy duo Kate McLennan and Kate McCartney and produced by Guesswork Television. “But it also showcases Tasmania and the talent we have down here.”
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application process
How to apply to this college?
Step 1: Find a course Student can apply for up to five courses at once. Unlike other states, there is no charge to apply as a domestic student to the University of Tasmania.
Step 2: Have a diverse range of choice even after determining the preferred course of study. Maximize the chances of success by applying to multiple programs of interest, with a maximum of five options. If there is uncertainty about the likelihood of being accepted into a specific program, seeking guidance from student advisors is advised.
Step 3: Check the dates Before applying, it’s important to check the key admission dates to know when applications are open, when semesters begin, and more.
Step 4: Make sure to meet entry requirements To be eligible for enrollment in the courses, certain criteria must be met. The necessary entry requirements can be found in the designated section on the course page for further information.
In addition, meeting one of the following conditions is required: completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent, or being 17 years or older and applying based on prior study or work experience.
For the majority of courses, admission is determined by ATAR score or ranking, calculated from academic and professional background. If there is any doubt about meeting the entry requirements or the ATAR/rank score, seeking clarification from the relevant authority is advised.
Step 5: Apply for a scholarship Academic excellence is not a requirement for obtaining financial aid for studies. A wide variety of scholarships are available, and all individuals are encouraged to apply.
Step 6: Check the eligibility for recognition for prior learning Prior study or work experience may be recognized as credit towards the course, potentially reducing the number of required course units and hastening graduation.
Separate applications are necessary to receive credit for prior learning (advanced standing), so it is important to review the application requirements and deadline.
Step 7: Offer Acceptance Upon completion of the application assessment, notification of acceptance will be provided. If accepted, acceptance of the offer can be secured by following the instructions outlined in the offer letter.
In the event of not receiving an offer, alternative study options can be explored by seeking guidance from the relevant authority.
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