About the course

The Bachelor of Visual Arts (Honours) provides students who have qualified for, or been awarded, an undergraduate pass degree in visual arts the opportunity to extend their potential in studio-based and written research.

　　This course may be suitable for undergraduate students with one major.

　　As a candidate you may continue to work in the area of your undergraduate study or undertake research in a different area.

　　You can nominate to study by either studio practice and research paper or by dissertation. You are expected to have developed a focus and direction in your work and be prepared for working in a tutorial environment with a supervisor. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (February), 2024	Camperdown
Semester 2 (July), 2024	Camperdown
Semester 1 (February), 2025	Camperdown
Semester 2 (July), 2025	Camperdown

　　

Hear it from the university

　　Answered by

　　

The University of Sydney

　　How will your university support me in finding a career I love?

　　

　　Answered by

　　

The University of Sydney

　　What are the best ways to get around and explore the city?

　　

　　Answered by

　　

The University of Sydney

　　What is the job market like in Australia for international graduates?

　　

　　Answered by

　　

The University of Sydney

　　Can international students stay in Australia after graduation?

　　

　　Answered by

　　

The University of Sydney

　　What is the cost of studying in Australia as an international student?

　　

　　Answered by

　　

The University of Sydney

　　What are the common slang terms in your city?

　　

　　Answered by

　　

The University of Sydney

　　Where do you recommend new students to visit in your city?

　　

　　Answered by

　　

The University of Sydney

　　What is the best way to make friends in Australia?

　　

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for The University of Sydney

To qualify for admission to the honours year you should have completed the requirements of the pass degree of the Bachelor of Visual Arts, or equivalent degree from a recognised institution, with a weighted average mark across intermediate and senior units of at least 65%.

　　Applicants are also selected on the basis of their portfolio and project proposal. Admission is competitive and not all eligible applicants may be offered candidature.

　　Candidature in the honours year cannot be suspended nor deferred.

　　IELTS score A minimum result of 6.5 overall and a minimum result of 6.0 in each band

　　Toefl Pbt A minimum result of 565 overall including a minimum result of 4.5 in Writing

　　Toefl ibt A minimum result of 85 overall including a minimum result of 17 in Reading, Listening and Speaking and 19 in Writing

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

　　Book IELTS

　　About IELTS

　　Practice and prepare

　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 85.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at The University of Sydney. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

　　Pathway options to study at this institution

　　

Reviews and rankings

World ranking

　　60th / 1250

　　THE World ranking

　　

What our students think

We’ve haven’t received any reviews for this institution yet.