Collarts (Australian College of the Arts)

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Admission criteria

Additional Entry Requirements for International Students

• 18 years of age prior to commencement of the course
• Meet the English language requirement, equivalent to IELTS 6.0, no band below 6.0 (If you do not hold an official English test score, you can take our free online placement test)
• Successful completion of year 12 (VCE, VCE Unscored, VCAL or IB)

• For more information
  https://www.collarts.edu.au/international

Applies to:

• All Applicants

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is designed to recognise and acknowledge current knowledge, skills, attributes that students may have gained through previous tertiary study. Collarts will grant course credit in Recognition of Prior Learning if the student is assessed to meet the requirements set by the college. The maximum number of units for which exemption may be granted is 50%.

• For more information
  https://www.collarts.edu.au/study-information/recognition-of-prior-learning-rpl/

Applies to:

• All Applicants

Entry Requirements

At Collarts, we value creativity, passion, and potential. That's why we do not require an ATAR for entry.

No matter where you're at now or where you want to be, we're here to support you every step of your journey. Because creativity isn't a number and neither are you.

Year 12 Applicants

Requirements:

• Completion of Year 12 or an equivalent Australian or international qualification
• Successful completion of an Entry Conversation with a Collarts Future Student Advisor
• Submission of a creative submission or folio relevant to your chosen course

*Additional audition required for Music Performance and Performing Arts (Acting, Comedy, Stage Management, and Writing & Directing) courses

Admissions Process

Step 1: Entry Conversation
Complete an informal conversation with a Collarts Future Student Advisor. This is an opportunity to discuss your creative interests, goals, and aspirations, learn more about your chosen course and ask any questions you may have about studying at Collarts.

Step 2: Creative Submission or Folio
Submit a creative piece or folio relevant to your chosen course. We're interested in your ideas, creativity, passion and potential not perfection. Your Future Student Advisor will guide you through the process and provide examples of the types of work you can submit for your study area.

Non-Years 12s:

One of the following:

• Completion of at least half of the first year of study (0.5 EFTSL) of a higher education diploma, associate degree, bachelor degree or higher, or International equivalent OR
• VET Certificate qualification, or an International equivalent OR 
• Work and Life Experience

And:

• Successful completion of an Entry Conversation with a Collarts Future Student Advisor
• Submission of a creative submission or folio relevant to your chosen course

*Additional Audition required for Music Performance and Performing Arts (Acting, Comedy, Stage Management and Writing & Directing) courses

Optional: Experience Collarts Before You Start
We encourage future students to attend an Open Day, campus tour, or online event to experience the Collarts community and learn more about student life.

For any questions, contact our Future Student Advisors:

Phone: 1300 818 777
Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

• For more information
  https://www.collarts.edu.au/study-information/application-process/

Applies to:

• All Applicants

Special consideration

Enrolment

Acceptance of Offer

On the official offer release date, Collarts will send you an email containing your offer and instructions to complete your enrolment.

To accept your official offer, you’ll need to prepare a few important documents in advance so you can secure your place quickly:

Required documents

• A valid form of Primary ID 
• A valid form of Secondary ID 
• Your USI (Unique Student Identifier) - apply here
• Your TFN (Tax File Number) - apply here

Step-by-step process

Step 1: Accept your offer Follow the instructions in your official offer email to accept your place.

Step 2: Upload your 100 points of ID

• Primary ID (must include one): Passport, Birth Certificate, or Citizenship Certificate
• Secondary ID (must include one): Driver’s Licence, Medicare card, or equivalent

Step 3: Have your USI and TFN on hand to complete the enrolment process smoothly.

FEE-HELP Information

If you are applying for FEE-HELP, you will receive the eCAF form shortly after completing your enrolment.

Need Help?

Your Future Student Advisor is here to assist you.
Phone: 1300 818 777
Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

• For more information
  https://www.collarts.edu.au/study-information/application-process/

Fees

The offer letter will list the indicative fees for your course.

• For more information
  https://www.collarts.edu.au/study-information/fees/

Student and campus services

Support for students

We are also committed to offering you the care and support you need to have the best student life you can. These are just some of the resources and services available to support you as a student at Collarts.

• Student Support: The Student Support team can help with any questions or issues a student may have regarding enrolment, and timetable, as well as how Collarts can best support students.
• Wellbeing Support: All current Collarts students can access free and confidential appointments with our Wellbeing Support and Counsellors.
• Equitable Learning and Accessibility Support: We can work with you to develop a Student Access Plan, implement reasonable adjustments and other supports along with any general guidance and information. We can link you in with support services both within and external to Collarts.
• Academic Study Success: Collarts offers support and guidance in a variety of academic areas such as essay writing, referencing, research techniques, time management, planning, presentations, and critical reflection. We also offer support in developing learning habits that align with what research shows the most successful students apply in their studies.
• Career Pathways: Collarts has a dedicated Career Pathways Department ready to assist students and alumni with anything related to careers and jobs. We offer support and assistance with job and internship applications, resumés, cover letters, professional branding (including social media profiles), career advice, interview prep and networking.
• LGBTIQ+ Support at Collarts: Collarts celebrates its diverse community of students and staff. We know that people who identify as part of the LGBTIQ+ community or people of diverse sexualities and genders face a range of unique challenges. We acknowledge the need to actively and positively support this diversity and the importance of providing a safe and welcoming environment for all staff and students.
• Health & Wellbeing: If you are struggling with a personal matter or worried about anything – whether it relates to your study or not – knowing there’s someone you can talk to can really help.

Financial assistance

Scholarships

FEE-HELP Assistance

All higher education courses offered at Collarts are supported by the Australian Government’s FEE-HELP program for eligible students. This means there are no upfront payments for courses for those using FEE-HELP. 

The Higher Education Loan Program (FEE-HELP) is the private institution version of the HECS-HELP system. For more information about FEE-HELP and eligibility criteria, please contact us or read more on the Australian Government Study Assist website.

Further information

• Institutional course finder
  http://collarts.edu.au/courses/