Bachelor of Creative Industries (Honours) – Flinders Univers
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Bachelor Honours Degree Arts, Design & Architecture Full Time

Bachelor of Creative Industries (Honours)

at Flinders University · Adelaide, South Australia

CRICOS course code

114453A

CRICOS provider code

00114A

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

1 year

Tuition (whole course)

A$35,300 total

Per year

A$35,300/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Bachelor of Creative Industries (Honours) at Flinders University is a one-year advanced undergraduate qualification designed for students who have completed a bachelor degree in creative industries or a related field. This honours programme enables students to deepen their knowledge in arts, design, or architecture through a blend of coursework and independent research, culminating in a significant honours thesis or creative project.

Structured over two semesters, the degree involves a combination of advanced units of study totalling the equivalent of one year's full-time study (usually 36–48 credit points, depending on university policy). Students develop specialised knowledge in analysis, project management, creative practice, and scholarly research, with a strong emphasis on original thinking and critical evaluation. A major element is the capstone research project, guided by academic supervisors, where students are encouraged to contribute new perspectives to their field.

This honours programme is suited to high-achieving graduates who wish to pursue research, enhance their creative practice, or explore pathways to further study such as a master’s or PhD. The skills gained, research, critical thinking, creative problem-solving, communication, and project management, are highly valued both in the creative sector and in related industries.

Flinders University’s location in Adelaide offers access to a vibrant creative arts scene, fostering industry connections and collaboration opportunities. Students can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during semester under Australian student visa arrangements, and upon completion, may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream. Details such as English entry requirements, fees, and specific unit offerings should be confirmed on the official course page.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.
International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

  • Arts administrator
  • Creative project manager
  • Design researcher
  • Exhibition or event curator
  • Content strategist
  • Creative consultant
  • Entrepreneur or studio founder
  • Researcher in arts, design, or media industries

Graduates contribute to Australia's dynamic creative sector, including arts organisations, cultural institutions, design firms, media companies, and start-ups.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Creative Industries (Honours) at Flinders University?

It typically takes 1 year, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$35,300 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Arts administratorCreative project managerDesign researcherExhibition or event curatorContent strategistCreative consultantEntrepreneur or studio founderResearcher in arts, design, or media industriesGraduates contribute to Australia's dynamic creative sector, including arts orga...

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