Bachelor of Fine Art and Bachelor of Business

About the course

This double degree course has been developed in response to the demand for arts administrators, artists and designers with first-class business skills. You can expect to develop knowledge of the major business disciplines, together with theories and practices associated with a career in fine art or art history and curating. You will gain an understanding of their relationship, and have the business skills to support your creative endeavours. The programme introduces business strategy, finance, marketing, and leadership foundations for commercial organisations.

Career outcome

Students in the double degree course achieve the Course Learning Outcomes of the two partner courses. Preparing graduates for business analyst, management trainee, marketing, and operations entry-level roles.

Living Costs in Melbourne**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)