Course Overview

About This Course

The Monash Bachelor of Fine Art (Honours) offers a highly focused environment for artists, curators and art historians who want to undertake independent research in Fine Art Studio, Curating, or Art History and Theory. Each specialisation involves a major research or studio project, guided by expert advisors, culminating in either a major fine art or curatorial project (shown at the MADA Now graduation exhibition) or a 15,000-word thesis for the Art History and Theory specialisation.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Melbourne

381 Royal Pde, Parkville, VIC 3052

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Tuition Fee

Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP): A$12,000/yr (average annual student contribution); Domestic full-fee: A$39,500/yr

Study Mode

Full Time

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

No course-specific ATAR, IELTS or prerequisite subject figures are published for this honours-year course; entry is based on completion of a relevant Bachelor's degree (e.g. Bachelor of Fine Art) with sufficient academic standing, assessed on application.
Prospective students should confirm current admission criteria directly with Monash's Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture (MADA) or the general Monash entry requirements page.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Fine Art Studio: prepares graduates for professional practice in fine art, including adjacent roles in education, academia, galleries, community arts organisations and art consultancies, or further research through a Master's or PhD program.
Curating: prepares graduates for professional curatorial practice, including roles in museums, galleries, community arts organisations and art consultancies, or further research through a Master's or PhD program.
Art History and Theory: prepares graduates for professional practice in art history, or further research through a Master's or PhD program, via a major research project culminating in a 15,000-word thesis.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units6 units

AHT4503

Advanced fine art research: Theory

AHT4504

Advanced fine art research: Writing

FNA4011

Advanced fine art research: Methods

OHS1000

Introduction to art and design health and safety

FNA4001

Fine art project studies

FNA4002

Fine art research project

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Bachelor of Fine Art (Honours) take to complete?

The Bachelor of Fine Art (Honours) at Monash University has a duration of 52 weeks (approximately one year).

What is the tuition fee for international students?

The estimated total course cost for international students is AU$42,700, which covers tuition fees. There are no additional non-tuition fees listed.

What field of study does this course fall under?

The course is classified under the broad field of Creative Arts (Field of Education code 10), with a narrow field of Visual Arts and Crafts (1003) and a detailed field of Fine Arts (100301).

Is this course available to international students?

Yes, this course is registered on the CRICOS (Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students) with course code 067729E, confirming it is available to international students studying in Australia.

Does the Bachelor of Fine Art (Honours) include a work placement component?

No, the course does not include a work component, as indicated by the 'Work Component: No' field in the CRICOS listing.

Is this a dual qualification?

No, the Bachelor of Fine Art (Honours) at Monash University is not a dual qualification.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

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Step 02

Submit Documents

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Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

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