Art & creative design courses

Why not browse through the courses that speak to you and see what feels right? Once you land on a few that look enticing, book a consultation with a student advisor to get free, tailored advice.

Entry requirements differ depending on the course and university. Single subjects generally don't have any entry requirements and can be studied by anyone, while qualifications may ask for an ATAR, portfolio or prior study.

If you don’t meet standard requirements, you still have flexible options to get started through Open Universities Australia. This is what makes us special – we offer pathways that let you begin studying right away, no matter your background.

It’s best to check the individual course page for the most accurate entry details, or contact us to find the right pathway into uni for you.

Open Access subjects

You can begin certain undergraduate degrees by enrolling in Open Access subjects, which don't have any entry requirements. Once you successfully complete your subjects, you can continue straight into the full degree.

Look up the degree you're interested in on our website, and it will specify if this entry option is available, and list the subjects you need to complete to get in.

Undergraduate certificates

Your other option is to begin with an undergraduate certificate. This short qualification typically has low or no entry requirements, gives you a recognised credential, and can be credited towards a degree later.

Read more about how to get into uni without an ATAR, or ask us for more information about these different pathway options.

When you study through us, you have the freedom to:

• Start at multiple points during the year, instead of observing the traditional uni calendar

• Control your study load by deciding how many subjects to take at once

• Study subjects across multiple universities and multiple study areas

And those are only some of the flexible options available. To learn more, visit our study planning page or contact a student advisor.

Yes, absolutely. Creative people are often curious about a range of areas – it's in your inquisitive nature. You might find you want to study a practical area to complement your artistic skills.

Study areas that many art and design students consider include:

• Marketing

• Architecture

• Engineering

• Education and teaching

• Psychology and mental health

• Business

Interested in trialling subjects across a few different disciplines to get a feel for what suits you? Studying through Open Universities Australia allows you to do just that.

Online art courses are just as practical as on-campus courses. You’ll still design projects for your portfolio, receive feedback from your teachers and classmates, and in some cases join exhibitions or placements.

You'll cover exactly the same material as the on-campus version of your course, but you have the flexibility to learn from anywhere.

Studying through Open Universities Australia costs the same as studying on campus with your chosen university.

We’re a not-for-profit. Our goal is to help students access education that’s right for them – at no additional cost to students.

Your course fee is set by the university you study with, and will depend on the course content and structure.

All courses available through Open Universities Australia, including single subjects, can be covered by a government HELP loan, provided you’re eligible. To understand more, visit our fees page.