Collarts (Australian College of the Arts)

Collarts (Australian College of the Arts)

Contact

208 Wellington Street
Collingwood VIC 3066

Phone No: 1300 818 777

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

Web site: www.collarts.edu.au

Accreditation

CRICOS provider code: 03392K

RTO provider code: 0109

Campus locations

Brunswick Street Campus

209 Brunswick Street
Fitzroy VIC 3065

Cromwell Street Campus

67/69 Cromwell Street
Collingwood VIC 3066

George Street Campus

156 George Street
Fitzroy VIC 3065

Online

Wellington Street Campus

208 Wellington Street
Collingwood VIC 3066

Collarts (Australian College of the Arts Pty Ltd) is a dynamic, independent tertiary education college for the creative industries. We focus on building real career pathways for students through industry-relevant learning and strong personal and professional development. Our students access world-class facilities including recording studios, performance spaces, computer labs, sewing studios, a design materials library, photography studios, and industry-standard equipment and software.

Over our 30-year history, Collarts has built a reputation for delivering high-quality, future-forward tertiary education that’s flexible—offered on-campus, online, or blended. In the 2023 QILT Survey, Collarts was ranked:

  • #1 in Victoria for Skills Development*
  • #1 in Victoria for Teaching Quality and Engagement*
  • #1 in Victoria for Student Support and Services*
  • #1 in Victoria for Learning Resources
  • #1 in Victoria for Overall Quality of Educational Experience

Taught by Industry Leaders

Our students are mentored by active professionals with current, real-world experience. Our staff have collaborated with top music acts, produced award-winning albums, performed as multi-award-winning actors and playwrights, managed iconic Australian events, created editorial content for leading media outlets, built fashion brands with global reach, and worked alongside acclaimed design studios—ensuring students graduate with relevant, industry-ready skills.

Real-World Experience

We take a hands-on, collaborative approach to learning, preparing students to thrive in the creative industries both in Australia and internationally. Through our exclusive partnerships, students can access work placements and internships with music festivals, fashion events, venues, radio stations, media agencies, and other organisations shaping today’s culture.

Collaborate Across Disciplines

At Collarts, cross-disciplinary collaboration is part of the student experience. From group projects to networking events, students connect with peers across courses—building strong creative and professional networks with the industry leaders of tomorrow.

Study Degrees and Diplomas in:
Design

  • Digital & Social Media
  • Graphic & Digital Design
  • Interior Design
  • Photography

Fashion

  • Fashion Marketing (Branding & Communication)
  • Fashion Marketing (Buying & Retail Management)
  • Fashion & Sustainability

Film & Theatre

  • Acting
  • Comedy
  • Screen & Media
  • Stage Management
  • Writing & Directing

Games & Animation

  • 2D Animation
  • Game Design

Management

  • Entertainment Management
  • Event Management

Music & Audio

  • Audio Production
  • Music Performance
  • Music Production

Writing & Communication

  • Journalism and New Media

* As compared to all creative arts-focused providers and universities offering courses in Victoria. NB: Excluding specialist field providers.
** As compared to all creative arts-focused providers offering courses in Victoria.
NB: Excluding specialist field providers.

 

Courses

For all courses listed with VTAC, visit CourseSearch.

Events

Book Your Campus Tours

For more information:  https://www.collarts.edu.au/enquire/book-a-campus-tour/

Intake Dates 2026

For more information:  https://www.collarts.edu.au/study-information/key-dates/

Open days

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)

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%.

Applies to:

  • All Applicants

Entry Requirements

At Collarts, we value your creative passion. We do not have ATAR as an entry requirement because we understand that passion drives true potential.

Entry Requirements - Bachelor and Diploma courses:

Year 12’s:

  • Completion of Year 12, or the State or International equivalent
  • Successful completion of an Entry Conversation with a Collarts Future Student Advisor
  • Additional Audition and Interview required for Music Performance and Performing Arts (Acting, Comedy, Stage Management and Writing & Directing) courses

Non-Years 12's

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

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.

Applies to:

  • All Applicants

Special consideration

Institutional access and equity queries should be directed to:

  • Contact phone number: 1300 818 777
  • Institutional web page: https://www.collarts.edu.au
  • E-mail address: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Enrolment

Acceptance of Offer

VTAC applicants are notified of their offer by email on the Offer day. Collarts will send a separate letter of offer with enrolment instructions. Applicants accepting their offer can enrol via steps in their letter of offer,  or call 1300 818 777 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Fees

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

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

Institutional scholarships queries should be directed to:

Collarts focuses on giving students real-life industry experiences so that they are career-ready when they graduate. We provide a wide range of experience-based scholarships for Collarts students that enrich their study experience and connect them with the industry they want to work in. Collarts supports students in a variety of ways, from overseas exchange programs to international summer camps, interstate conference attendance, sought after internships and hands-on experience at major festivals.

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