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Australia, Western Australia
Type: College
Location Type: Semi-Urban
Founded: 2000
Total Students: 12,000 +
Main Campus Address
Building 420, Level 3, Curtin Bentley Campus, Koorliny Way, Bentley WA 6102, Australia
Students who have already completed Year 12 (or equivalent) may start with the Stage 2 Diploma, which has the same course content and structure as year one of the corresponding Curtin University undergraduate degree. Upon completion of your Diploma, you will progress directly into the second year of your Curtin University Bachelor's degree program.
Stage2 - Diploma of Arts and Creative Industries - Communication, Design and Arts
The Diploma of Arts and Creative Industries leads into the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Communications, Bachelor of Creative Arts or Bachelor of Design. You will learn transferable skills in communication, creativity, critical thinking, digital knowledge, presentation, problem solving, research and teamwork that can be applied to a range of workplaces in the creative industry.
Leading to:Bachelor of Communications
In this course you'll gain expertise in a variety of communications areas including journalism, digital media, screen production, public relations, marketing and graphic design.
You’ll study subjects in media, design and business, gaining foundational knowledge in media and corporate communications and the scope to specialise in two fields of your choice.
You’ll also develop critical thinking and practical skills, using commercial-level equipment to produce content for print, radio, film, television and online media.
In your first year you’ll be introduced to the different spokes of communications and study optional units that reflect or refine your learning in specific communication areas.
In your second and third years, you’ll choose two specialisations to study: one media specialisation and one design or business specialisation, or two media specialisations.
Specialisation: Journalism
The study of journalism encompasses many of the most important areas for learning and discussion in the world right now: truth, fake news, freedom of speech, cancel culture, democratic structures, media literacy, and critical thinking.
In this specialisation, you’ll learn practical reporting skills such as research, interviewing, writing and presenting. You’ll be introduced to contemporary multimedia journalism and learn how to report for audio, video and online.
Undergraduate Pathway
3 Days
Full-Time
36 Months
Intake Month/Year | Intake Status | |
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jun 2025 | Closed | |
oct 2025 | Open | |
feb 2026 | Open |
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Check program website for more information about funding options.
High Achiever Scholarship
Covers 15% of any study period when achieved a 70% CWA.
This scholarship is only for international students. It will not extend to your first year at Curtin University.
Terms and Conditions:
To retain the scholarship:
Progression Scholarship :
CU will give 20% for the entire duratin of the course if achieved 70% CWA. (Undergraduate or Master by coursework).
Students who have completed their studies in Australia can apply for a Post Study Work Permit or a Temporary Graduate Visa (subclass 485) to continue working in Australia post the completion of their study programs. As an international student, one can apply for the visa but not later than six months after completing your course. But to be eligible, you must meet the Australian Study Requirements, which include a minimum of 16 months of stay in Australia and a completing 92 weeks of a course registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS).
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