Creative Arts & Media
Open up global career opportunities with a creative qualification.
Studying Creative Arts in Australia
Media, design and photography courses in Australia open doors to creative careers in film, photography, digital media and production. These programs are hands-on and teach the technical skills needed to realise projects in media production, visual design or web-based media.
Courses by specialisations
Here you’ll find selected example courses grouped by field of study.
Media Production
Media production courses in Australia provide hands-on training in film, television and digital media. Students work on real projects and develop the technical and creative skills needed for a career in the media industry.
Diploma and Advanced Diploma programs cover areas such as directing, production, sound, research and editing. Graduates qualify for a wide range of roles, including producer, director, studio manager, digital editor, camera operator, lighting technician or audio technician.
For those starting out, Certificate III and IV courses offer the opportunity to gain foundational knowledge and become familiar with the industry.
Media production courses combine creativity with technical practice and open up diverse career pathways.
Wide range of industry roles
Metropolitan & regional options
Practical projects in film & TV
Certificate III in Screen & Media
Certificate III in Screen & Media
Diploma in Screen & Media
(Advanced) Diploma in Screen & Media
Photography
Photography courses in Australia offer a practical, skills-focused entry into professional practice. With a strong emphasis on hands-on learning, students develop the technical and creative foundations needed to produce professional work in studios or on location – either independently or as part of a team.
The curriculum covers all core areas required in a professional environment, including camera and lighting techniques, image editing and visual presentation. Building on a Diploma, students can progress to further studies in photography or related creative disciplines.
Photography courses combine creativity with technical expertise and open up diverse career opportunities.
Practical training with extensive hands-on practice
Strong technical and creative skills development
International career opportunities
Certificate IV in Photography & Digital Imaging
Diploma of Photography & Digital Imaging
Bachelor/Master of Photography
Digital Media
Digital media programs prepare students for creative roles in the design, production and development of digital content. Students learn to use modern technologies and tools to create innovative projects—either independently or collaboratively within a team.
The Diploma of Digital Media provides practical skills in areas such as interactive online design, web tools and mobile applications. Many institutions also offer pathways into Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees in Digital Media, Design or related fields, often with credit for prior studies.
Digital media courses combine creativity, technical skills and hands-on learning.
Advanced skills in digital design
Metropolitan & regional study options
Up-to-date technologies and application areas
Diploma of Digital Media
Bachelor/Master of Digital Media
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