Students complete major studies in drama, literature, media (Melb), music, or the visual arts and may choose a minor study in communication, creative writing, or in graphic design (Melb only). The Arts Advantage and Community Engagement units are also completed. Students are encouraged to actively engage with the community through the creative arts so that they enter the workforce with documented experience and evidence of their creative capabilities and achievements.

Applicants require the equivalent of Australian Year 12 certificate and an IELTS overall score of 6.0. Individual score of 6.0 in writing and speaking, and 5.5 in listening and reading.