Faculty of Arts and DesignShort Courses for Creatives
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We welcome you to the dynamic and creative environment of the Faculty of Arts and Design. We are active educators and researchers in the creative and cultural spheres who listen, engage, and pursue innovative ideas and ways of working. Together with our students and our communities we create and explore environments of wonder where critical thinking, new knowledge and creativity thrive, and partner our students in beginning their brilliant futures.
With over 50 years experience, the Faculty of Arts and Design is the local provider for practical degrees in the Arts, Design, Communication and Media and the Built Environment.
Whether you are a professional looking to upskill, or a high school student investigating life as a Uni student, come and explore our short course offerings.
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Why take a DiscoverFAD short course?
5-star rating for starting salary in Communications
Top 5 in the country for median graduate income in Creative Arts
Top 10 in the country for learning resources in the Built Environment
Top 5 in the country for median graduate income in Humanities, Culture and Social Science
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