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Course Fees and Duration

How Much Will a Qualification Cost and How Long Will it Take to Complete?

 2022-23 Course Fees   

Qualification

Tuition Fee
payable per Term*

No of Terms

Estimated Cost
of Qualification

Certificate III in Visual Arts - Full Time

 $2450 4 $9,800
Certificate III in Visual Arts - Part Time 2 Yrs

$1350 8 $10,800
Certificate III in Visual Art - Part Time 3 Yrs

$1250 12 $15,000
Certificate IV in Visual Arts - Full Time

$2450 4  $9,800
Certificate IV in Visual Arts - Part Time 2 Yrs

$1350 8 $10,800 
Diploma of Visual Arts - Full Time

$2450 4 $9,800
Diploma of Visual Arts - Part Time - 2 Yrs

$1350 8 $10,800
Advanced Diploma of Visual Arts - Full Time

$2450 4 $9,800
Advanced Diploma of Visual Arts - Part Time - 2ys

 $1350  8 $10,800

 * International student levy is $500 per term

   

 Fees include

Studio Facilities

The Sydney Art School environment provides professional working art studio facilities that include the following equipment;

Fees do not include materials

Full-Time Students

Part-Time Students

 International Students

 Studio Based Learning Format

Learning at Sydney Art School is done in a working studio where you will progress and complete assigned assessment tasks and be observed by assessors and other industry practitioners. The studio provides a hands on learning environment with a strong focus on skills development and producing artistic works.

Your Tutor

On enrolment you will be allocated a primary tutor.  The role of the primary tutor is to;

Your Attendance and Studio Sessions

During your time at Sydney Art School you will attend  2 types of Studio Sessions:

International students will need to attend Studio Sessions for at least 20 hours per week during school terms.

"Tutored Studio Sessions" are groups where a tutor provides theoretical and practical instructions on specific technical skills such as drawing, painting or jewellery making. 

"Open Studio Sessions" provide a collegiate environment where you can work alongside tutors and other students.  You will use these sessions to 

At least one tutor is present during any Open Studio Session.  They will not be providing specific demonstrations but are working on their own art.  This gives you the opportunity to observe how they work in a professional practice environment. 

Other Fees & Charges

Applicant Assessment Interview Fee

An Application Assessment Interview may be needed for our team to assess your suitability to enter into an AQF course at Sydney Art School. This will depend on the specific qualification you are applying for.  

$350 (non-refundable).

Material Fees:

Materials are not included in course fees unless otherwise indicated.

 

International Student Levy:

$500 per term 

Applicable to students who are sponsored by Sydney Art School for a Student Visa under the CRICOS program.

 

Letter of Offer for International Students

Sydney Art School will issue a CoE (Confirmation of Enrolment) to international students on submission of a successful application and payment of first-term fees.

If a separate Letter of Offer is requested a processing fee will apply:  $250

Unit of Competency Assessment Fee

A Unit of Competency (UoC) Assessment Fee is applicable in the following cases;

a. A student has completed their paid enrolment at the School and wishes to submit assessment tasks after conclusion of their enrolment, or

b. A student requests to be assessed against an individual UoC or group of UoCs.

For students enrolled in a studio session at Sydney Art School UoC Assessment Fees are $200 per Unit.

For students not currently enrolled in a studio session at Sydney Art School the UoC Assessment Fees Per Unit are:

  • Certificate III / IV Units: $250 per unit
  • Diploma Units: $300 per unit
  • Advanced Diploma Units: $350 per unit 

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Fee:

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is where you're competence against a Unit is assessed against evidence that you have collected through other courses or experience.

You will be asked to present your evidence firstly by use of an Assessment Workbook.  Your evidence will be reviewed by an assessor and may require a one on one interview with an assessor.

For students enrolled in a studio session at Sydney Art School RPL Fees are $200 per Unit.

For students not currently enrolled in a studio session at Sydney Art School RPL Fees Per Unit are:

  • Certificate III / IV Units: $250 per unit
  • Diploma Units: $300 per unit
  • Advanced Diploma Units: $350 per unit 

Qualification or Statement of Attainment Issuance Fee;

Statement of Attainment Issuance Fee: $100
Qualification Issuance Fee:  Initial $0,   Reprints $100

Service level times:
Standard: within 1 week
Priority: within 48 hours add $100 

Statements and Certificates are provided in electronic (.pdf) format.

* Some Studio Sessions and Units may have additional fees  These will be indicated where applicable.

 
 
 
 

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