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Bachelor of Fine Arts

Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT)

  • Melbourne, Australia
  • 3 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Bachelor

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About the program

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art is a four-year on-campus bachelor programme in the Department of Art & Art History at Otterbein University.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (2 years): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Apply concepts and methods in Art in Fine Arts to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in including colour theory and art history
  • And four courses in one studio area (ceramics. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Career outcomes

  • Careers in art and design
  • Graduate study

Curriculum

  • Professional degree with seven more art courses than the B.A.
  • Including colour theory and art history
  • And four courses in one studio area (ceramics
  • Drawing
  • Graphic design
  • Video art
  • Painting
  • Photography). Senior-year independent study builds a portfolio and exhibition with an artist statement.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Completion of Australian Year 12 (VCE) or an equivalent qualification with a course-specific minimum average (65% on most pages
  • Up to 85% for some)
  • Plus prerequisites or selection tasks for some courses. RMIT Foundation Studies or a relevant diploma can also qualify.

Accepted academic background

Senior secondary (Year 12) equivalent, Completion of RMIT Foundation Studies or a recognised diploma also qualifies.

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT 79
  • PTE Academic 58
  • Cambridge 176

Documents you’ll need

  • Completed application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Graduation certificate when applicable
  • Passport copy
  • English proficiency evidence
  • Financial documentation
  • Program-specific supporting materials when required.

How to apply

  1. Check entry requirements and the deadline (3 March 2027 for Semester 1) on the course page. Apply online through RMIT's Application Portal (VTAC for Year 12 or IB applicants)
  2. Directly or through an agent. AUD 100 application fee for listed countries. Upload transcripts
  3. Graduation certificates
  4. English test evidence
  5. Passport and any selection-task documents. Complete any selection task or interview. Accept the offer and pay the deposit stated in the offer letter (may include OSHC). Get the Confirmation of Enrolment and apply for a student visa (subclass 500) with proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year$43,586 AUD
Application fee$100 AUD
Deposit$5,000 AUD

Program details

CampusMelbourne City
Faculty or schoolCollege of Design and Social Context
DepartmentSchool of Art
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value288
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay2 years
Scholarship noteRoyal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT University) may offer institutional, Merit-based, Departmental, Or international student scholarships to eligible applicants. Award value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    March 2027

    Apply by

    3 Mar 2027

    109 days left

Scholarships

Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT University) may offer institutional, Merit-based, Departmental, Or international student scholarships to eligible applicants. Award value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake.

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Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 3 years.