The Academy of Design

Do you want to become one of The Academy of Design’s innovative master-minded students?

With more than 60 years of experience, they are highly accessible and engaged in offering the means to make higher education possible for everyone around the world that wants to enroll. More than 20,000 students across 5 continents are currently building a strong foundation for their lives through this distinctive and global university.

As an Aussie student in Melbourne, you will be able to connect with other imaginative students across Istanbul, Montreal, Barcelona, Vancouver, Monterrey, Colombia, Casablanca, and even Jakarta.

The Academy of Design has 24 campuses in total, all with the same goal in mind since 1959, aiding a generation with education, skills, and innovative thinking abilities to take on the world in a new way, you can be part of that.

Why it is so popular

You will be able to easily find your fortes through their personal touch approach. You can access one-on-one attention in their small and intimate classes where their mentors will cultivate your individual strengths into the next success story.

You can access job opportunity options with them as well, as they are extremely connected and focused on helping each student to secure a full-time job once they’ve graduated. Join a university that will allow your creativity to flourish through a customizable undergraduate or postgraduate program of your choice.

You might also be able to secure a student start-up loan as they offer a few alternative finance options if you can’t pay for your studies on your own. They offer scholarships and are also supported by FEE-HELP.

If you are a degree student you can apply for a study loan through their Government FEE-HELP loan scheme.

They also have a partnership with Study Assist for students to obtain the financial assistance they require. The Academy of Design partnered with a few of the main banks in Australia so that eligible students can apply and chase after their dreams without any financial stress.

Access flexible options to pay upfront, partial, or only after you graduate as they understand that each applicant might have different financial needs. You can also get government assistance by visiting www.humanservices.gov.au or calling 13 24 90 or you could apply with several other state and federal agencies by visiting studyassist.gov.au or www.education.gov.au for financial assistance.

Scholarships

You can apply for their scholarship program that could cover 15% or 50% of your tuition fees depending on your portfolio, academic performance if you are aboriginal or of Torres Strait Islander descent, etc.

Remember they are looking for students that will make an impact in the industry and you should apply if you think that you have the potential they are looking for.

Studying the Bachelor of Design Arts

Have the freedom of exploring a variety of facets during your first year by taking part in workshops and participating in different art and design lectures, etc.

You can then customize your degree by specializing in a field of your choice. You can combine and do a major and sub-major in the following:

• Fashion & Costume Design
• Filmmaking & Photography.
• Graphic & Digital Design.
• Interior Design.
• Visual Arts.