Art, Design and Architecture
Art, Design and Architecture
The work of artists, designers and architects is everywhere. It shapes the way we live, how we interact with things, and our visual landscape. With a degree from Monash Art, Design and Architecture, you’ll begin your journey towards a lifelong creative career where you can make a meaningful contribution to people’s lives, locally and globally.
Choose your Monash College pathway
Monash College offers two pathways into Art, Design and Architecture degrees at Monash University.
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Foundation year or diploma? Discover which Monash College course is best for you.
Meet our Art and Design Alumni
Hear from our Art and Design Alumni as they share their Monash College experience.
Student life
See what life is like at Monash College in Melbourne.
Rankings
Join a world top 100 art, design and architecture school.
Specialisations
Choose a range of different majors including visual arts and digital design.
How we teach
Why are we the top choice for international students?
Your career options
Find out where a Monash degree can take you.
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Foundation year | Diploma of Art & Design | |
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Where it leads | First year of:
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First year, second semester of:
Second year of:
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Double degrees | Yes, provided you meet the prerequisites | No double degree options available |
Monash College Campus | Docklands | Docklands |
Duration | 12 months (standard program) | 4–8 months (part 2) |
Specialisation | General university preparation. There are no Foundation Year subjects that directly relate to art and design. | In part 2 you can choose your specialisation: Fine Art, Architectural Design, Communication Design, Industrial Design, Spatial Design |
Units studied | Complete 2 English units + 6 electives. Choose from 13 subjects. | Complete 3 or 6 core units in part 2. |
Fees are subject to change annually.
Information on Monash College Diploma fees is available here.
Information on Monash College Foundation Year fees is available here.
Information on Monash College English fees is available here.
Hear from an Art and Design Alumni
REGINE ROCERO, AUSTRALIA
DIPLOMA OF ART & DESIGN
BACHELOR OF DESIGN
FREELANCE DESIGNER
"Monash College gave me confidence in my work and myself, as well as all the theoretical knowledge and components you acquire throughout your learning. Monash presented me with many opportunities to discover my strengths and explore different pathways into my career.”
Specialisations
Architectural Design | Industrial Design | Communication Design |
Fine Art | Art History and Curating | Interior Architecture |
Your career options
Attaining a Monash University Art and Design degree can lead you to a career in:
- Advertising
- Architecture
- Animation
- Digital design
- Graphic design
- Interior architecture
- Product design Transport design
- Visual arts