Collarts (Australian College of the Arts)
2 Trimesters
Deepen your creative practice and expand your impact with this postgraduate diploma combining theoretical exploration and hands-on practical work. Ideal for emerging and established creatives ready to develop advanced skills, refine their artistic voice, and position their work within the professional creative industries.
Applicants must hold a bachelor level degree or have 5 years of experience in a creative or related field. A portfolio of creative and/or performing arts work is required. Suitability and needs requirements will be assessed by academic staff through an interview and portfolio review. There are no cookie-cutter moulds at Collarts - the institution celebrates diversity and individuality, welcoming applicants from varied backgrounds.
The course is structured around core units including Creative Identity, Arts and Design, Law and Ethical Practice, Principles, Practice as Research, and Creative Industries Ecosystems. Students engage in two Creative Workshops focusing on Creative Process and Creative Project development. The curriculum emphasizes theoretical exploration grounded in critical inquiry, collaboration, and entrepreneurial thinking. Students select a specialisation (Animation, Photography, Comedy, Audio Production, Fashion Marketing, Music Production, Game Design, Event Management, Interior Design, Screen & Media, or Fashion & Sustainability) and develop a self-directed creative project from concept through completion, supported by a robust research framework.
Collarts is an established Australian College of the Arts with strong industry connections and experienced educators. The institution is accredited by the Australian Government (Provider ID PRV12187, CRICOS Code 03392K, RTO Code 0109) and offers mentorship from industry professionals. Collarts emphasizes individual creative direction, celebrates diversity and unique creative voices, and provides comprehensive academic support for students transitioning into postgraduate study. The college has multiple campuses and offers flexible delivery options including blended and online learning.
Graduates can progress into further postgraduate study including the Master of Creative Industries or Master of Design. The diploma positions creatives to contribute original insights to their field, shape the future of Australia's creative economy through innovation and leadership, and establish professional careers across diverse creative sectors including design, animation, film, theatre, fashion, music, games, and event management. The course develops entrepreneurial thinking and professional confidence to navigate the cultural and commercial creative landscape.
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