Creative Industries
Bachelor of Creative Industries
Learning Mode
Full Time
Duration
3 Years (Single Degree) or 4 Years (Double Degree)
Start date
Semester 1 (February), Semester 2 (July)
Qualification
Bachelor of Creative Industries
Fees
UG – AUD 40,000 for 1 yr full-time
Location
Gardens Point (Brisbane) / Kelvin Grove (Brisbane), QLD
About the Course
The Bachelor of Creative Industries at QUT offers a unique and interdisciplinary education designed for innovative thinkers and aspiring professionals across the creative economy. This program allows you to combine various creative disciplines, such as music, film, animation, fashion, interior design, journalism, and more, with core business and management principles. You will develop practical skills, cultivate a strong creative vision, and gain an understanding of the entrepreneurial aspects of the creative industries, preparing you to lead and innovate in a rapidly evolving global landscape.
Career prospects
Graduates of the Bachelor of Creative Industries program are highly versatile and find exciting opportunities in a wide array of creative, cultural, and commercial sectors. The program prepares students for diverse roles such as Creative Producer, Digital Content Creator, Arts Manager, Marketing Specialist, Event Coordinator, Graphic Designer, Journalist, Filmmaker, and roles in cultural institutions, media companies, and startups. Our emphasis on real-world projects and business acumen ensures graduates are well-equipped for entrepreneurial ventures and leadership positions in the creative industries.
Why choose QUT for a Bachelor of Creative Industries?
Industry connected
Extensive partnerships provide students with internships, live projects, and mentoring from leading creative professionals.
Global opportunities
Develop globally relevant creative skills and insights, preparing for careers and collaborations across international markets.
Professional accreditation
Industry-informed curriculum ensures graduates are job-ready and highly valued in dynamic creative and cultural sectors.
Course Overview
The Bachelor of Creative Industries program at QUT offers an innovative and flexible learning experience that empowers students to customize their degree based on their creative passions and career aspirations. The curriculum combines core units in creative industries foundations (such as creative thinking, innovation, and industry contexts) with specialized studies in up to two chosen majors or extended minors. Students will engage in project-based learning, collaborate across disciplines, and develop a strong portfolio of work. The program fosters entrepreneurial spirit, critical thinking, and the adaptive skills necessary for success in the rapidly evolving creative economy.
Course Duration
Length of the course
- 3 years full-time (single Bachelor of Creative Industries degree)
- 4 years full-time (when undertaken as part of a double degree program)
Mode of Study for international students:
- Full-time (on-campus)
Course Curriculum
The Bachelor of Creative Industries curriculum is highly flexible, allowing students to combine a foundation in creative industries with one or two specialized study areas (majors/extended minors).
- Core Creative Industries Units:
- Introduction to Creative Industries, Creative Enterprise, Innovation and the Creative Industries, Ethics and Professional Practice.
- Specialised Study Areas (Examples of Majors/Extended Minors):
- Acting, Animation, Creative Writing, Dance, Drama, Entertainment Industries, Fashion Communication, Fashion Design, Film, Game Design, Journalism, Music, Photography, Public Relations, Sound Design, Visual Arts, or interdisciplinary combinations.
- Industry Engagement & Capstone:
- Opportunities for internships, industry projects, and a culminating capstone experience that integrates learning and demonstrates professional readiness.
Admission Requirements
- Academic qualifications
- Successful completion of a recognized secondary education qualification equivalent to the Australian Year 12, with an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) or equivalent international score that meets QUT’s entry requirements.
- Specific prerequisite subjects typically include English.
- Selection Process
- Admission is primarily based on academic merit. Some specialized majors (e.g., in performance or design) may require additional selection criteria, such as portfolios, auditions, or interviews.
Language Proficiency
- English language requirements (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL)
- For international students, demonstrated English language proficiency is required. Acceptable tests include IELTS (Academic) with a minimum overall score of 6.5 (with no band less than 6.0), or TOEFL iBT with a minimum overall score of 79 (with a minimum of 16 in all four components).
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees:
- UG – AUD 40,000 for 1 yr full-time
Scholarships and Bursaries:
- QUT offers a range of scholarships for undergraduate students, including those in the creative industries and for international students, based on academic merit, creative talent, or other criteria. These opportunities can assist with tuition fees and living expenses. Prospective students are encouraged to explore the QUT scholarships website for detailed information and application processes.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Bachelor of Creative Industries program are highly adaptable and find rewarding careers across a vast and diverse creative economy. Potential job roles vary widely depending on chosen majors but include Creative Producer, Digital Content Creator, Marketing Specialist, Public Relations Officer, Journalist, Filmmaker, Animator, Game Designer, Event Manager, Arts Administrator, Musician, Fashion Designer, Interior Designer, and roles in publishing, broadcasting, advertising, and cultural institutions. Industries employing our graduates span film and television, music, gaming, fashion, design, marketing and advertising, media, cultural heritage, and digital agencies.
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