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The Bachelor of Visual Arts provides you with essential historical, theoretical, and practical training to launch a career in the visual arts. You'll collaborate with experienced artists, art historians, and industry professionals to develop the skills needed to thrive in this field. The program focuses on studio work and art theory, with first-year studies covering foundational courses in painting, sculpture, photography, and Indigenous art, along with optional electives in printmaking, jewelry design, or digital media. During your second year, you'll choose a specialization in painting, sculpture, or photography while exploring electives at the Queensland College of Art and Griffith University. The third year deepens your major focus, teaches professional practices, and culminates in a cross-disciplinary exhibition project. Art theory courses support all three years, preparing you for studio work or advanced studies in art history and curation. Graduates can pursue diverse careers, including roles as gallery directors, professional artists, curators, educators, arts administrators, or creative consultants. The program equips you with adaptable skills for the evolving creative arts sector, where demand ranges from moderate to strong. Success depends on individual talent, dedication, and skill development, with opportunities available across Australia's arts industry.