The Doctor of Creative Arts program from University of Southern Queensland aims to produce graduates who have a sophisticated understanding of creative arts theory and practice, as well as demonstrated capacity to produce original works of art at an international standard.
Doctor of Creative Arts, DCA
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Overview
Students will acquire the ability to conduct independent creative arts research, apply relevant theories to their practice, and develop creative and academic expertise in their chosen discipline.
Program objectives
On successful completion of the Doctor of Creative Arts program from University of Southern Queensland students will be able to:
develop a substantial body of knowledge and make an original contribution to creative arts practice and theory
effectively communicate knowledge of traditional and contemporary arts practice, creative research methods and practice-led research principles
demonstrate expertise as a professional creative artist and practice-led researcher according to international standards
exercise intellectual independence and accountability involving critical and creative thinking in hybrid and/or discipline specific arts practice.
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- Programme intensity
You can choose to do this programme part-time or full-time.
Full-time- Full-time duration 36 months
- Average part-time duration 72 months
- Duration description
Students have a maximum of 4 years (full-time) or 8 years (part-time) to complete this program.
- Credits 24 alternative credits
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus, Online
Programme Structure
The Doctor of Creative Arts is a 24-unit program comprising two Creative Arts research training courses of two units each and 16 units of exegesis and practice courses.
Courses include
Research Methods in Creative Arts Practice
Professional Creative Arts Practice
Creative Arts Exegesis and Practice
English Language Requirements
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General Requirements
CRICOS code: 091551D
Completion of an Australian university Bachelor degree in Arts with First Class Honours or Second Class Honours (Division A) or equivalent, or a Masters degree (with a research component) in Arts, or equivalent, together with evidence of professional standing as an arts practitioner.
Applicants are advised to also note the following:
Admission by written application and artist portfolio. The application will include a written proposal of 5-8 pages including conceptual framework and research background, central question, significance, and original contribution of project.
Submission of a satisfactory preliminary research proposal, as determined by the Higher Degrees Review and Admissions Committee.
Tuition Fee
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3430 USD/creditTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 3430 USD per credit and a duration of 36 months. -
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2710 USD/creditTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 2710 USD per credit and a duration of 36 months.
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Living costs for Toowoomba
- 1200 - 2000 AUD/monthLiving Costs
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