About the university
The Australian College of the Arts (Collarts) is a private creative arts college with campuses in Collingwood and Fitzroy in Melbourne and Waterloo in Sydney. It teaches diplomas, bachelor's degrees and a Master of Creative Industries in music and audio production, design, fashion, film and theatre, games and animation, entertainment and event management, and journalism.
Indian students look at Collarts for industry-focused creative degrees that can be finished in two years on an accelerated three-trimester year, with no ATAR cut-off. Collarts is not a university and is not in world rankings. Online study modes are not suited to student visa holders, so plan to study on campus.
- Type
- Private creative arts college (higher education provider PRV12187; also RTO 0109)
- CRICOS provider code
- 03392K
- Campuses
- Melbourne (Collingwood and Fitzroy) and Sydney (Waterloo), plus online study
- Intakes
- February, June and September
- International tuition (2027)
- A$3,817 per unit; A$91,608 for a 24-unit bachelor's degree
- Entry
- No ATAR needed; Year 12 or equivalent plus an interview or suitability assessment
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- A$45,804
- Duration
- 2 years (accelerated, 6 trimesters)
- Intakes
- February; June; September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 overall, no band below 6.0
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- A$45,804
- Duration
- 2 years (accelerated, 6 trimesters)
- Intakes
- February; June; September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 overall, no band below 6.0
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Applied Business (Entertainment Management)
- Fee / year
- A$45,804
- Duration
- 2 years accelerated or 3 years standard
- Intakes
- February; June; September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 overall, no band below 6.0
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Graphic & Digital Design
- Fee / year
- A$45,804
- Duration
- 2 years
- Intakes
- February; June; September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 overall, no band below 6.0
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- A$35,784
- Duration
- 2 years
- Intakes
- February; June; September
- English
- Not stated on the course page; Collarts' general requirement is IELTS 6.0 with no band below 6.0
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- A$30,536
- Duration
- 8 months (full time)
- Intakes
- February; June; September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 overall, no band below 6.0
- Undergraduate
Diploma of Graphic & Digital Design
- Fee / year
- A$30,536
- Duration
- 8 months (full time)
- Intakes
- February; June; September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 overall, no band below 6.0
- Undergraduate
Diploma of Applied Business (Entertainment Management)
- Fee / year
- A$30,536
- Duration
- 8 months (full time)
- Intakes
- February; June; September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 overall, no band below 6.0
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (AUD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Music Production | 2 years (accelerated, 6 trimesters) | A$45,804 | ≈ ₹29.8 lakh |
| Bachelor of Audio Production | 2 years (accelerated, 6 trimesters) | A$45,804 | ≈ ₹29.8 lakh |
| Bachelor of Applied Business (Entertainment Management) | 2 years accelerated or 3 years standard | A$45,804 | ≈ ₹29.8 lakh |
| Bachelor of Graphic & Digital Design | 2 years | A$45,804 | ≈ ₹29.8 lakh |
| Master of Creative Industries | 2 years | A$35,784 | ≈ ₹23.3 lakh |
| Diploma of Music Production | 8 months (full time) | A$30,536 | ≈ ₹19.8 lakh |
| Diploma of Graphic & Digital Design | 8 months (full time) | A$30,536 | ≈ ₹19.8 lakh |
| Diploma of Applied Business (Entertainment Management) | 8 months (full time) | A$30,536 | ≈ ₹19.8 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Australian College of the Arts (Collarts) with similar universities in Australia.
Scholarships
- UG and PG
International merit scholarship (2027)
Value: Saving of A$12,605 on a bachelor's degree, A$4,202 on a diploma, A$9,841 on the master's and A$18,908 on a double degree (2027 flyer)
Eligibility: IELTS 7.0 overall (no band below 6.0) or a GPA of 75% or above, plus a 300-word statement; limited and first come, first served; keep a 65% credit average
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- A senior secondary certificate equivalent to Australian Year 12, such as Class 12. No ATAR is required.
- An interview, audition or suitability assessment about your interest and experience.
- Minimum age of 18 when the course starts.
Postgraduate
- Master of Creative Industries: a bachelor's degree in a related field, or any bachelor's plus a creative portfolio, or five years' relevant experience plus a portfolio.
- Interview and portfolio review.
Documents
- Certified copy of your passport
- Certified Class 12 certificate and mark sheet (degree transcripts for the master's)
- English test result or other evidence of English
- Portfolio where the course asks for one
- Genuine Student evidence and OSHC for the visa
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS (most courses) | 6.0 overall with no band below 6.0. |
| IELTS (Entertainment Journalism) | 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0. |
| Other evidence | English results in some school certificates, A Levels or the IB, or an English course at a pathway provider. PTE and TOEFL scores are not listed, so ask international@collarts.edu.au. |
Accommodation and living costs
Collarts has no student housing of its own. It recommends private student accommodation providers such as Switch Living, Journal Student Living, UniLodge and Iglu, and flatmate websites, but publishes no prices.
| Item | In AUD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|
Campus and location
Collarts teaches in Collingwood and Fitzroy in inner Melbourne and in Waterloo in Sydney. Music and audio production and entertainment management are taught in Collingwood; design is offered in Melbourne and Sydney.
- Campuses in Collingwood and Fitzroy (Melbourne) and Waterloo (Sydney).
- Three intakes a year: February, June and September.
- Bachelor's degrees can be finished in two years on the accelerated pathway.
- No extra administration fees; students buy their own equipment such as headphones and storage.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Collarts' courses aim at jobs in music and audio production, design, screen, fashion, games and entertainment management, and some include industry placements. It publishes no graduate outcome figures on the pages reviewed. See our Australia guide for post-study work rules.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|
Studying in Australia
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FAQs
How much is a bachelor's degree at Collarts for international students?
On the 2027 flyer a 24-unit bachelor's is A$91,608 (A$3,817 a unit) before any scholarship. Over the two-year accelerated pathway that is about A$45,800 a year.
Do I need a high Class 12 percentage?
No ATAR is needed. You need Class 12 or equivalent and an interview or suitability assessment, and you must be 18 when you start.
Is there a scholarship?
Yes. The 2027 merit scholarship cuts a bachelor's by A$12,605 if you have IELTS 7.0 (no band below 6.0) or a 75% GPA and write a 300-word statement. Places are limited.
When are the intakes?
February, June and September each year.
Sources
- Collarts: 2027 international fees flyer (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
- Collarts: fees (opens in a new tab)
- Collarts: international students (opens in a new tab)
- Collarts: Music & Audio Production (opens in a new tab)
- Collarts: Entertainment Management (opens in a new tab)
- Collarts: Graphic & Digital Design (opens in a new tab)
- Collarts: Master of Creative Industries (opens in a new tab)
- Collarts: home page (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.collarts.edu.au (opens in a new tab)
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