Master of Creative Industries

Master of Creative Industries is a postgraduate (master's) course in arts, design & media at JMC Academy in Sydney, Australia. It takes 2 years (4 semesters); hybrid on campus and online; Brisbane, Melbourne or Sydney, with intakes in February; August.

JMC Academy is a private institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Tuition for international students is A$26,760 a year, about ₹17.4 lakh. Over 2 years that is roughly A$53,520 (≈ ₹34.8 lakh) before any yearly increase.

2026 fee schedule: A$13,380 per semester; the Master is 2 years / 4 semesters, so 4 × A$13,380 = A$53,520 ÷ 2 years = A$26,760 a year

Living costs for Australia as a whole: A$29,710–40,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

Job roles

• Graphic designer
• Television/film/video producer
• Social media manager
• Multimedia specialist
• UX designer
• Photographer

Employers hiring for these roles worldwide

• WPP
• Heineken
• Disney
• Netflix
• BBC
• Adobe
• Sony
• Meta
• Google
• Universal Music Group

General entry requirements at JMC Academy for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

• Master of Creative Industries: a recognised bachelor's degree in a relevant field, an admissions interview and relevant work experience in the creative industries.

For this course: IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 6.0.

Need a score? IELTS and PTE coaching is available with us.

This course starts in: February; August.

1. 1Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
2. 2Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
3. 3Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
4. 4Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
5. 5Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
6. 6Apply for your student visa for Australia, then arrange accommodation.

• Class 12 (and degree, for the Master) marksheets and certificates
• English test results taken within two years of starting
• Portfolio or audition, depending on the course
• Passport
• A$150 non-refundable enrolment fee with the first trimester invoice

• JMC International Merit Scholarship

  Selected courses

  Value: 20% fee reduction

  GPA of 70% or above in prior study for film and TV, audio, entertainment business or the Master; or an outstanding portfolio or audition for other courses; personal statement needed

  Official page

• International Ambassador Scholarship

  All courses

  Value: Up to A$3,000 off per trimester

  By invitation from the International Services Office; ambassadors help with events and student representation

  Official page

• Academic Excellence Incentive Scholarship

  Continuing students

  Value: Up to 10% (A$1,400) off Trimester 3 tuition

  High Distinction average in Trimesters 1 and 2

  Official page

JMC Academy is a private creative industries college with campuses in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. It teaches degrees and diplomas in music, audio engineering and sound production, film and television, animation, game design, visual communication design, acting and entertainment business management, plus a Master of Creative Industries.

Indian students look at JMC for hands-on study in audio, music, film and games, taught in studios by industry practitioners. Most bachelor's courses need an interview and an audition or portfolio. Single bachelor's degrees run over 6 trimesters in 2 or 3 years, so we do not show a yearly fee for them; ask JMC for your study plan. JMC is not in world university rankings.

Arts, Design & Media courses at other universities in Australia

• Master of Music (Performance)Australian Academy of Music and Performing Arts2 years (4 semesters, full time) · A$26,200 / year
• Graduate Diploma of Music (Performance)Australian Academy of Music and Performing Arts1 year (2 semesters) · A$26,200 / year
• Graduate Certificate in Music (Performance)Australian Academy of Music and Performing Arts1 semester (21 weeks) · A$13,100 / year
• Master of Creative IndustriesAustralian College of the Arts (Collarts)2 years · A$35,784 / year
• Master of MusicAustralian Institute of Music2 years (6 study periods, full time) · A$29,628 / year
• Master of ArchitectureDeakin University1.5–2 years · A$43,800 / year

More courses at JMC Academy

• Bachelor of Creative Technology (Audio Engineering and Sound Production) / Bachelor of Entertainment Business Management3 years accelerated (9 trimesters); Brisbane, Melbourne or Sydney · A$42,360 / year
• Bachelor of Music / Bachelor of Entertainment Business Management3 years accelerated (9 trimesters); Brisbane, Melbourne or Sydney · A$42,360 / year

We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.

1. JMC Academy: Master of Creative Industries (opens in a new tab)
2. JMC Academy: home page (opens in a new tab)
3. JMC Academy: international fees (opens in a new tab)
4. JMC Academy: International Student Tuition Fees 2026 (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
5. JMC Academy: English language requirements (opens in a new tab)