IELTS total 6.0, reading 6.0, writing 6.0
TOEFL PBT : 550 with TWE of 4.5
TOEFL iBT: 60 with Reading and Writing not less than 18
Pearson PTE: 50 with Reading and Writing communicative scores not less than 50
Cambridge CAE/CPE : 169
Recent secondary education
Meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C- or equivalent
AND
Qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), and achieved a competitive Selection Rank (ATAR), or
Complete secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE, or
Complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum score of 24 points
Applicants who have not achieved the Selection Rank required for automatic selection may be selected for any remaining places based on the grades of their year 12 subjects.
OR
Higher education study
Complete or partly complete a recognised higher education program at a recognised higher education institution, or
Complete at least four Open Universities Australia (OUA) courses at undergraduate level or above
OR
Vocational Education and Training (VET)
Complete an award from a registered training organisation at Certificate IV or above
OR
Work and life experience
Qualify for Special Entry, or
Complete a UniSA Foundation Studies program or equivalent, or
Hold completed secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE obtained more than 2 years in the past
Intensive studio practice is a focus of this degree, and as a contemporary art student, you will have access to stimulating custom-built studio spaces and workshops. You will also graduate with a broad knowledge of contemporary and historical art.
A separate one-year Bachelor of Art and Design (Honours) program is available to students who complete this degree with a credit or higher Grade Point Average (GPA). Other selection criteria may apply.
If you think you might be interested in secondary school teaching, you can apply for the Bachelor of Contemporary Art/Master of Teaching (Secondary) - it's a pathway straight into postgraduate study. If this interests you, please read How Do I Become a Teacher before selecting your courses.
CRICOS CODE: 095004K
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Degree structure
FIRST YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Critical Literacies for Contemporary Art
Reading Visual Culture 1
Foundation: Creativity
3D Contemporary Art Studio
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
The Studio Journal
Reading Visual Culture 2
Foundation: Principles of Perception
2D Contemporary Art Studio
SECOND YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Contemporary Art Practice
Art and Australian Culture
Core Studio Elective
Contemporary Art Elective 1
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Contemporary Art Research
Art and Critical Thinking
Core Studio Elective
Contemporary Art Elective 2
THIRD YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Contextualising Studio Practice
Studio: Project A
Contemporary Art Elective 3
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Contemporary Art Career Development
Studio: Project B
University Elective
Contemporary artists are highly creative, motivated and disciplined professionals able to work in a wide range of contexts, independently or in conjunction with organisations such as councils, theatres, galleries, festivals and community groups. The job prospects for contemporary artists in Australia are looking strong1 and the practical, creative and analytical skills acquired in the Bachelor of Contemporary Art are immediately transferable to other areas of the arts and cultural industries and beyond. Careers to consider include:
artist
designer-maker
arts administrator
art director
art gallery manager
set designer and builder
curator and exhibition designer
community arts worker and workshop facilitator
art therapist
secondary school art teacher
graphic designer and illustrator.
OSHC: 530 ($) per year
