Follow your creative calling
Study a creative and performing arts course with subjects in digital arts, music, live production, sculpture, photography, visual art, screen and media, graphic design, and more.
Choose CDU for creative and performing arts courses
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100% flexible to study however it suits you
Choose to study online or on campus, part time or full time
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Learn with industry-standard technologies and tools
To graduate industry ready
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The Good Universities Guide 2022 ranks CDU as a leader for undergraduate employment outcomes
Top creative and performing arts courses
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Bachelor of Arts (Creative and Digital Arts)
See course structureLearn about creative theory and business practices and complete a range of creative projects using new and emerging design technologies.
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Bachelor of Arts (Music Making, Production and Performance)
See course structureUsing an instrument of your choice, combine theory and hands-on learning to master new and emerging music technologies. Plus, gain industry experience through community-based projects.
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Creative Arts and Design
Explore vocational trainingUnleash your natural talents with a practical course in in screen and new media, music, visual arts or design, and creative writing.
Go behind the scenes
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From technology to photography: How BP’s switching careers
Read moreBP recently returned to study to find way to turn his passion for photography and filmmaking into a profession. Having a full-time job and a young family made study challenging but with support, BP found success.
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Luci’s art trail from Hong Kong to Darwin
Read moreAs a life-long creative, Luci has always had a passion for arts, finding her professional creative outlet as a graphic designer. Following her own art trail has brought her all the way from the bustle of Hong Kong to CDU’s laid-back Casuarina campus in Darwin to study a creative arts course.
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Where art and environmental activism intersect: Ally's story
Read moreWhen asked to describe herself, creative student Ally Pecket digs deep: “I’m a passionate interdisciplinary eco-feminist artist who connects aesthetic creativity and narratives about social and environmental themes.”
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Study pathways
Find out moreAt CDU, there's a study pathway for everyone.
Explore our course and student types, admission requirements and pathways to study so you can apply with confidence.
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How to apply
Find out moreChoosing your course was the hard part, now it’s time to apply. Visit our how to apply page for easy-to-follow steps for all study pathways.
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Flexible study options
Find out moreWhatever your motivation is, we can guide you in the right direction. With on-campus, online, part-time and full-time study options, you'll have the flexibility and support to do it your way.