Join the next generation of influential lenses.
Join the next generation of influential lenses.
The first frame of your photography career.
The first frame of your photography career.
2
60
Blended, On Campus, Online
February 2025
Collingwood and Fitzroy
At Collarts, we help shape and nurture the talent of the next generation of photographic storytellers. Whether your aspirations lie in Commercial and Advertising Photography, Editorial, Portraiture, or Domestic and Artistic Photography, this course will develop your technical prowess alongside your unique artistic vision.
You’ll be taught cutting edge, career-ready skills by industry experts who are currently working within the photographic industry.
Our comprehensive course spans photographic technologies, portraiture, commercial photography, post-production, mobile and experimental photography, documentary and photojournalism, alongside units exploring creative entrepreneurship.
And to make sure you’re job-ready from the day you graduate, we offer students a variety of real-life industry experiences. With the opportunity to create a capstone project and undertake industry placement, you’ll leave Collarts with an in-depth understanding of the photographic industry.
The Bachelor degree can be completed in six trimesters (2 years) of full-time study or part-time equivalent. Click here for detailed unit outlines and codes.
First Year | Trimester 1 | Trimester 2 | Trimester 3 |
Photography Studies | Photographic Lighting | Design Principles for Photography | The Photographic Record |
Creative Development |
Camera Fundamentals
|
Portraiture
|
Moving Image
|
Production & Practice |
Photographic Post-Production
|
Photographic Compositing
|
Commercial Photography 1
|
Industry Awareness |
Critical Thinking
|
Critical Survey
|
Mobile Photography + Elective
|
Second Year | Trimester 1 | Trimester 2 | Trimester 3 |
Photography Studies | Contemporary Issues of Photographic Technology | Landscape Photography | Capstone Project – Photographic Folio |
Creative Development | Documentary Photography & Photojournalism | Capstone Concept Development | Capstone Project – Photographic Folio |
Production & Practice |
Commercial Photography 2
|
Experimenting with Imaging Technology
|
Creative Entrepreneurship |
Industry Awareness | Photographic Publishing | Group Project + Elective |
Industry Placement (60 hours)
|
UNIT
$2,800.00
TRIMESTER
$11,200.00
(full-time study)
BACHELOR
$67,200
(six trimesters full-time study)
Learn about the FEE-Help program
Unlocking the gateway to higher education at Collarts is easier thanks to the Australian Government's FEE-HELP program.
Wondering about eligibility and the smaller details? The FEE-HELP Information Booklet or Australian Government Study Assist website have all the details you'll need.
Enrolling at Collarts is your first step towards a creative career you’ll love. Once deemed eligible, the ATO will email you an eCaf form. Then, with your TFN or TFN application receipt, you're ready to start your FEE-HELP application. Just be sure to submit it before the census date.
Note: You only incur debt for the subjects you're enrolled in post-census date.
How to apply
There are no cookie-cutter moulds to fit into at Collarts. We're all about celebrating diversity, individuality, and the kaleidoscope of creativity that makes each applicant unique.
We’re looking for individuals who are passionate, driven, and capable of sharing a unique voice. Sounds like you? Apply Today with us.
Year 12's:
Non-Year 12's:
Completion of at least half of the first year of study (0.5 EFTSL) of a higher education diploma, associate degree, bachelor degree or higher, or International equivalent OR
VET Certificate qualification, or an International equivalent OR Work and Life Experience.
Click here for international admission and eligibility requirements.
Click here for intake dates.
Click here for the indicative enrolment number.
You may contact a Future Student Advisor for any questions at 1300 818 777 or admissions@collarts.edu.au
An in-depth look behind the lens
Get the skills, knowledge and experience you need to build a diverse career in the commercial, advertising, and domestic photographic industries.
Throughout the degree, you will:
3
60
Blended, On Campus, Online
February 2025
Collingwood and Fitzroy
At Collarts, we help shape and nurture the talent of the next generation of photographic storytellers. Whether your aspirations lie in Commercial and Advertising Photography, Editorial, Portraiture, or Domestic and Artistic Photography, this course will develop your technical prowess alongside your unique artistic vision.
You’ll be taught cutting edge, career-ready skills by industry experts who are currently working within the photographic industry.
Our comprehensive course spans photographic technologies, portraiture, commercial photography, post-production, mobile and experimental photography, documentary and photojournalism, alongside units exploring creative entrepreneurship.
And to make sure you’re job-ready from the day you graduate, we offer students a variety of real-life industry experiences. With the opportunity to create a capstone project and undertake industry placement, you’ll leave Collarts with an in-depth understanding of the photographic industry.
The Bachelor degree can be completed in 3 years of full-time study or 2 years accelerated delivery. Click here for detailed unit outlines and codes.
First Year | Trimester 1 | Trimester 2 | Trimester 3 |
Photography Studies | Photographic Lighting | Design Principles for Photography | |
Creative Development |
Camera Fundamentals
|
Portraiture
|
|
Production & Practice | Photographic Post-Production | Photographic Compositing | |
Industry Awareness |
Critical Thinking
|
Critical Survey
|
Second Year | Trimester 1 | Trimester 2 | Trimester 3 |
Photography Studies | The Photographic Record | Contemporary Issues of Photographic Technology | |
Creative Development | Moving Image | Documentary Photography & Photojournalism | |
Production & Practice | Commercial Photography 1 | Commercial Photography 2 | |
Industry Awareness | Mobile Photography + Elective | Photographic Publishing |
Third Year | Trimester 1 | Trimester 2 | Trimester 3 |
Photography Studies | Landscape Photography | Capstone Project – Photographic Folio | |
Creative Development | Capstone Concept Development | Capstone Project – Photographic Folio | |
Production & Practice | Experimenting with Imaging Technology | Creative Entrepreneurship | |
Industry Awareness | Group Project + Elective | Industry Placement (60 hours) |
UNIT
$3,328.00
On-Campus
UNIT
$2,800.00
Online
Scholarships
Scholarships are now available for international students and valid for all international study applications from March 2024. Kickstart your creative studies while we ease the financial load – eligible students can receive up to $11,000 AUD for a Bachelor or up to $3,600AUD for a Diploma.
Eligibility criteria:
Applicants must submit a 300-word statement along with their application explaining why they should be awarded the scholarship.
Approved applicants must comply with their visa conditions and obligations as Collarts students.
Applicants must meet Collarts entry requirements.
Scholarships are limited and awarded at the discretion of the Collarts International Team.
Valid for applications received in 2024.
Students must pay their fees on time to maintain eligibility.
Students must maintain a credit (65%) average or above in their Collarts studies to maintain eligibility.
Eligibility requirements
International students must meet the following criteria:
English language requirements
Our English requirement is an overall IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent (with no single band score below 6.0) for all the courses, except Entertainment Journalism, where students are required to have an overall IELTS score of 6.5 (with no single band score below 6.0).
Applicants may also provide the following as evidence of their English proficiency:
Admission requirements
Collarts is a place where performance, passion, and industry knowledge collide. We're not just looking for students; we're on the lookout for future playwrights and directors. To see if you are one of them, you'll undergo an admissions interview, during which you’ll discuss your experiences, background, and reasons why this field is calling your name.
In addition to the above, you’ll need to supply the following documentation to support your application:
How to apply
An in-depth look behind the lens
Get the skills, knowledge and experience you need to build a diverse career in the commercial, advertising, and domestic photographic industries.
Throughout the degree, you will:
8
4
Online, On Campus, Blended
February 2025
Collingwood and Fitzroy
At Collarts, we help shape and nurture the talent of the next generation of photographic storytellers. Whether your aspirations lie in Commercial and Advertising Photography, Editorial, Portraiture, or Domestic and Artistic Photography, this course will develop your technical prowess alongside your unique artistic vision.
You’ll be taught cutting edge, career-ready skills by industry experts who are currently working within the photographic industry.
Our comprehensive course spans photographic technologies, portraiture, commercial photography, post-production, mobile and experimental photography, documentary and photojournalism, alongside units exploring creative entrepreneurship.
And to make sure you’re job-ready from the day you graduate, we offer students a variety of real-life industry experiences. With the opportunity to create a capstone project and undertake industry placement, you’ll leave Collarts with an in-depth understanding of the photographic industry.
The Diploma can be completed in two trimesters (8 months) of full-time study and you have the opportunity to progress into the Bachelor degree (subject to academic performance). Click here for detailed unit outlines and codes.
First Year | Trimester 1 | Trimester 2 |
Photography Studies | Photographic Lighting | Design Principles for Photography |
Creative Development |
Camera Fundamentals
|
Portraiture
|
Production & Practice |
Photographic Post-Production
|
Photographic Compositing
|
Industry Awareness |
Critical Thinking
|
Critical Survey
|
UNIT
$2,800.00
TRIMESTER
$11,200.00
(full-time study)
BACHELOR
$67,200
(six trimesters full-time study)
Learn about the FEE-Help program
Unlocking the gateway to higher education at Collarts is easier thanks to the Australian Government's FEE-HELP program.
Wondering about eligibility and the smaller details? The FEE-HELP Information Booklet or Australian Government Study Assist website have all the details you'll need.
Enrolling at Collarts is your first step towards a creative career you’ll love. Once deemed eligible, the ATO will email you an eCaf form. Then, with your TFN or TFN application receipt, you're ready to start your FEE-HELP application. Just be sure to submit it before the census date.
Note: You only incur debt for the subjects you're enrolled in post-census date.
How to apply
There are no cookie-cutter moulds to fit into at Collarts. We're all about celebrating diversity, individuality, and the kaleidoscope of creativity that makes each applicant unique.
We’re looking for individuals who are passionate, driven, and capable of sharing a unique voice. Sounds like you? Apply Today with us.
Year 12's:
Non-Year 12's:
Completion of at least half of the first year of study (0.5 EFTSL) of a higher education diploma, associate degree, bachelor degree or higher, or International equivalent OR
VET Certificate qualification, or an International equivalent OR Work and Life Experience.
Click here for international admission and eligibility requirements.
Click here for intake dates.
Click here for the indicative enrolment number.
You may contact a Future Student Advisor for any questions at 1300 818 777 or admissions@collarts.edu.au
Your introduction to the craft of photography
Kickstart your photographic career with a solid understanding of techniques and methodologies, coupled with the tools you need to excel in a diverse range of industries.
Throughout the Diploma, you will:
1
3
Blended, On Campus, Online
February 2025
Collingwood and Fitzroy
At Collarts, we help shape and nurture the talent of the next generation of photographic storytellers. Whether your aspirations lie in Commercial and Advertising Photography, Editorial, Portraiture, or Domestic and Artistic Photography, this course will develop your technical prowess alongside your unique artistic vision.
You’ll be taught cutting edge, career-ready skills by industry experts who are currently working within the photographic industry.
Our comprehensive course spans photographic technologies, portraiture, commercial photography, post-production, mobile and experimental photography, documentary and photojournalism, alongside units exploring creative entrepreneurship.
And to make sure you’re job-ready from the day you graduate, we offer students a variety of real-life industry experiences. With the opportunity to create a capstone project and undertake industry placement, you’ll leave Collarts with an in-depth understanding of the photographic industry.
The Diploma can be completed in two trimesters (8 months) of full-time study and you have the opportunity to progress into the Bachelor degree (subject to academic performance). Click here for detailed unit outlines and codes.
First Year | Trimester 1 | Trimester 2 | Trimester 3 |
Photography Studies | Photographic Lighting | Design Principles for Photography | |
Creative Development |
Camera Fundamentals
|
Portraiture
|
|
Production & Practice | Photographic Post-Production | Photographic Compositing | |
Industry Awareness |
Critical Thinking
|
Critical Survey
|
UNIT
$3,328.00
On-Campus
UNIT
$2,800.00
Online
Scholarships
Scholarships are now available for international students and valid for all international study applications from March 2024. Kickstart your creative studies while we ease the financial load – eligible students can receive up to $11,000 AUD for a Bachelor or up to $3,600AUD for a Diploma.
Eligibility criteria:
Applicants must submit a 300-word statement along with their application explaining why they should be awarded the scholarship.
Approved applicants must comply with their visa conditions and obligations as Collarts students.
Applicants must meet Collarts entry requirements.
Scholarships are limited and awarded at the discretion of the Collarts International Team.
Valid for applications received in 2024.
Students must pay their fees on time to maintain eligibility.
Students must maintain a credit (65%) average or above in their Collarts studies to maintain eligibility.
Eligibility requirements
International students must meet the following criteria:
English language requirements
Our English requirement is an overall IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent (with no single band score below 6.0) for all the courses, except Entertainment Journalism, where students are required to have an overall IELTS score of 6.5 (with no single band score below 6.0).
Applicants may also provide the following as evidence of their English proficiency:
Admission requirements
Collarts is a place where performance, passion, and industry knowledge collide. We're not just looking for students; we're on the lookout for future playwrights and directors. To see if you are one of them, you'll undergo an admissions interview, during which you’ll discuss your experiences, background, and reasons why this field is calling your name.
In addition to the above, you’ll need to supply the following documentation to support your application:
How to apply
Your introduction to the craft of photography
Kickstart your photographic career with a solid understanding of techniques and methodologies, coupled with the tools you need to excel in a diverse range of industries.
Throughout the Diploma, you will:
Collarts course listings are in-depth, and your future career is in there, waiting to be discovered. Speak with a careers consultant, or download our course guide.
What does life look like behind the camera in the real world? Here are some of the places a Collarts degree could lead you.
A visual storyteller who captures compelling images to accompany news stories and reportage. Document current events and other significant moments with accuracy and integrity to convey the essence of a story through powerful imagery.
Average industry salary*:
Specialises in creating high-quality images for businesses and brands to promote their products or services across fashion, architecture, editorial and more. Collaborate closely with clients to understand their objectives and create visually captivating photographs that communicate their brand message to target audiences.
Average industry salary*:
Capture memories and create a unique photographic narrative of wedding ceremonies and other special occasions. Take action shots during pre-ceremony preparations, the ceremony itself and the reception, with a mix of candid and formal photos.
Average industry salary*:
Life After Collarts
"The difference at Collarts is that you get real-life experience, you're taught about the real world."
On-campus at our George Street campus, online (mostly asynchronous) or a blended version.
Digital camera DSLR/mirrorless equivalent and a laptop.
Yes, if you are an online student we’ll send you two studio light stands and lighting modifiers (softboxes etc and a bag). On-campus students will have access to our studio and equipment.
The course is designed to be able to be completed using digital photography. But for those students who prefer to use film, we certainly encourage this. Several classes are designed to celebrate creative experimentation, and these are perfect for students with an interest in analogue photography to explore this medium. Many assessments within the course can be completed using either digital, analogue or both - whatever best suits the your intended project.
Assessments are a mix of both theory and practical exercises. Because photography is a very hands-on creative medium, many of the assessments are practical.
Types of assessments:
Photographic images, exercises and folios
Written reflections, essays and critiques
Creative responses, theoretical ideas and questions - visual creative works
Presentations
Demonstrations
Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, InDesign and Premiere.
Your Photography course can’t wait. Neither can you.