Please select a specialisation to view the ATAR requirements
Specialisations occur from day one of your course, enabling you to dive deeper into a specific field and truly pursue your passion.
Fine Art - F2003
When you study fine art at Monash, you’ll join our creative community. You’ll share spaces with artists, curators, art writers, art historians, printmakers, painters, photographers, designers and more – providing the perfect environment to spark ideas and build your creative network.
Our Bachelor of Fine Art has two specialisations. You'll select one when you apply:
- Bachelor of Fine Art
- Bachelor of Art History and Curating
Highly regarded by the arts industry and internationally recognised, our lecturers are renowned practising artists, art historians, curators, and cultural commentators. They are passionate about art and about bringing their innovative practice and industry experience to your education.
Your learning will take place at the Caulfield campus, a creative hub with a rich history going back over a century. Here you'll also find the Monash University Museum of Art (MUMA), the MADA Gallery and the student-run Intermission Gallery; spaces for you to be inspired by, engage with, and where you can practise your skills.
Click the links in the overview section below to learn more about our two specialisations.
At a glance
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Angus, a third year Fine Art student, talks about his creative journey studying the Monash Bachelor of Fine Art - from first year through to exhibiting in our MADA Now graduate exhibition in his third year.
How to prepare your Fine Art folio
To study Fine Art at Monash, you will need to prepare a portfolio of your work. But what makes a good folio? And what can you expect as part of your folio presentation? Hear from Amélie Scalercio, Fine Art lecturer, to answer some of your FAQs.
In our unique Bachelor of Art History and Curating, you’ll get the opportunity to combine your passion for art history and theory alongside developing your curatorial knowledge and practice.
Explore MADA Now, an online exhibition of works by our graduating artists, curators, designers and architects.
Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements (Domestic students)
There are many ways to be considered for entry to a Monash University degree depending on your educational background and history. The below options reflect the academic requirements for the different applicant categories (or the highest level of education previously completed) to be considered for this Monash course. All applicants must satisfy equivalence of the VCE subject prerequisites or equivalent tertiary units including the English language requirements.
Qualifications
Equivalent Australian Year 12
Completing Year 12 in the Current Year or within the Last 2 Years
Applicants with Recent Secondary Education
Started or Completed a TAFE Certificate, Diploma or Advanced Diploma
Applicants with VET Study
Started or Completed a Bachelor Degree
Applicants with Higher Education Study
Finished Year 12 More than 3 Years Ago with No Further Study
Applicants with Work and Life Experience
Alternative qualifications and prerequisites
For other domestic and international qualification entry requirements and scores for this course based on your prior studies, use the study credit and admissions eligibility search.
English requirements
Applicants must also meet the English language requirements.
University entrance requirements
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
Extra Requirements
Fine Art specialisation
All domestic applicants must: 1. Apply via VTAC 2. Register for a folio presentation - see https://www.monash.edu/mada/future-students/apply Each applicant's final ranking is based on their folio presentation.
Art History and Curating specialisation
All domestic applicants must: 1. Apply via VTAC 2. Selection is ATAR/GPA based; no additional entry requirements.
Folio
Bachelor of Fine Art - Fine Art specialisation
Register for a folio presentation - see https://www.monash.edu/mada/future-students/apply. Each applicant's final ranking is based on their folio presentation and ATAR (or equivalent).
Bachelor of Fine Art - Art History and Curating specialisation
No additional requirements.
Partner with another course
Double degree courses allow you to study towards two different degrees at the same time, and graduate with two separate qualifications. And because a required subject in one course can count as an elective in the other, our double degrees take up to two years less than if you studied for the two degrees separately.
Making the application
Future students
Semester one (February)
Apply online through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC).
Folio presentation
If you are applying to the Bachelor of Fine Art (not the Bachelor of Art History and Curating), you will also need to register with Monash Art, Design and Architecture (MADA) for a folio presentation.
Current Monash students
You may apply to transfer from another Monash course. Transfers are a competitive process. You may apply mid-year for available courses however consideration will be given as to whether you will be able to follow your course progression.
Please note that if you apply for a course transfer, you should still enrol in your current course as if you were continuing so as not to jeopardise your enrolment in the Faculty if your transfer application is unsuccessful. More about Course Transfer.
Self assess for credit eligibility
Check for study credit using the "Credit search" link on the Credit for prior study page.
Fees
Fees are subject to change annually.
Please note: The fee information displayed is based on the 2025 rates and should only be used as a guide.
Commonwealth supported place (CSP)
The average annual student contribution amount for 2025 is:
- Bachelor of Art History and Curating - F20033: A$15,000
- Bachelor of Fine Art - F20031: A$12,500
Note: see information on how fees are calculated.
Fee assistance
As a Commonwealth supported student, you may be able to either:
- pay all of your student contribution upfront, or
- defer payment through the HECS HELP loan scheme.
Full fee
Fees are per 48 credit points which represents a standard full-time course load for a year. The fees for 2026 are:
- Bachelor of Art History and Curating - F20033: A$39,500
- Bachelor of Fine Art - F20031: A$39,500
Scholarships
We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.
Other fees
The Student Services and Amenities Fee applies to some students each calendar year.