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Diploma of Visual Arts (Online)

Diploma.
CQ University Australia

350

in world overall ranking*

20

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This diploma is designed for flexible online study to help you progress your skills for work in visual arts and the broader creative industries. You develop practical techniques and extend your creative practice through interactive learning delivered via Moodle. During the course you select a specialisation in Painting or Printmaking and complete core and elective units to build a portfolio-ready body of work at diploma level in visual arts. The programme emphasises applied skills, workplace readiness, and technical competency for industry entry.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles in the visual arts and creative industries as emerging professional artists and designers. Career pathways may include printmaker, painter, designer, digital artist, installation artist or arts practitioner, depending on your chosen specialisation and portfolio. This diploma also supports progression into other visual arts, craft and design-related job opportunities and builds a foundation for further study in visual arts. Preparing graduates for skilled employment, traineeships, and pathways to higher qualifications.


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

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Online

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CUA51120

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

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tick iconINTERNATIONAL STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP - REGIONAL

25% of tuition fees

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25% of tuition fees

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