Monash University
18 months
The Diploma of Art and Design is your first step toward a career in the creative industries, preparing you for entry into the second year of a related Monash University degree.
To be accepted into the Diploma of Art and Design, you must meet the minimum age, academic, and English language requirements. This includes successful completion of Australian Year 11 (or equivalent) with a credit average for Part 1, or Australian Year 12 (or equivalent) with an ATAR of 60 for direct entry into Part 2.
In Part 1, you'll focus on building fundamental creative and technical skills while beginning to develop your personal folio. In Part 2, you'll choose to specialize in either Architectural Design or Design, studying the same curriculum and completing equivalent assessments as first-year undergraduate students at Monash University.
Monash University is a leading global university known for its excellence in education and research. The Diploma of Art and Design is delivered by Monash College on behalf of the university, providing an accelerated pathway into Monash's renowned art, design, and architecture programs.
Upon successful completion of the Diploma, you'll have a guaranteed entry into the second year of a related Monash University undergraduate degree, such as the Bachelor of Architectural Design or the Bachelor of Design.
