Program Overview
The Fine Art and Design (Specialisation) at University of Tasmania is a Master programme in Arts & Design over 18 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Fine Art and Design (Specialisation) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 18 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: AUD 32,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Hobart, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Fine Art and Design (Specialisation) programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Professional Practices 1A
- Professional Practices 1B
- Professional Practices 2A
- Professional Practices 2B
- Professional Practices 3A
- Professional Practices 3B
- Professional Placement A
- Professional Placement B
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
To qualify for admission, applicants must demonstrate the potential to successfully undertake the Master of Fine Art and Design.
Successful applicants will be expected to have completed an undergraduate degree in visual art or visual communications, or in a cognate discipline, with credit or above results in their final year of major.
A person who possesses such other qualifications and professional experience deemed by the Faculty to provide an adequate preparation for study equivalent to that provided for by an undergraduate degree, may be admitted to the course.
Upon admission into the course students may apply for credit for previous study.\xc2\xa0
Supporting information is required with\xc2\xa0all\xc2\xa0applications as follows:\xc2\xa0
- A Study Proposal
Please follow the proposal guidelines outlined below. \xc2\xa0Your initial proposal forms the basis of your project, to be discussed and reworked in consultation with your supervisor early in the program.
- A digital portfolio\xc2\xa0
Please provide up to 20 images of your recent work either as jpeg files no larger than 1MB each or send a web link to your visual work online. - Your curriculum vitae
Please focus on details of experience relevant to this application. - Educational qualifications
Please provide certified copies of your academic transcripts.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 32,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: AUD 32,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Tasmania directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Tasmania
University of Tasmania
Tasmania, Australia
The University of Tasmania (UTAS) is a public research university, primarily located in Tasmania, Australia. Founded in 1890, it is Australia's fourth oldest university. Christ College, one of the...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2031-10-17
- Start Date 2018-02-26
- Language English
- Duration 18 months