Choose from our flexible study options to suit your life and career goals

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Imagine spending less time commuting and more time doing what you love, whether it’s working, hanging out with friends, or even taking on an industry placement through Collarts to boost your career.

Our courses are designed with you in mind. Whether it’s live classes over Zoom, on-demand lessons, or a mix of online and on-campus learning, we’ve got you covered.

We offer flexible study options to suit your life and career goals:

  • On-campus, online, and blended learning study options to fit your schedule
  • Part-time study is just 6 contact hours per week
  • Full-time study is only 12 contact hours per week and generally requires you to be on campus 3–4 days a week, with the exception of our online-only courses or mixed learning options.
  • Our bachelor degrees are offered over six trimesters or nine trimesters of full-time study. You can accelerate your studies into two years instead of the standard three, to launch your career sooner. 

Here are some ways you can strike the perfect balance between life and study at Collarts:

SWITCH UP BETWEEN FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME

You can enrol on a full-time or part-time basis, with many opportunities throughout your studies to change and customise your subjects. Our full-time study options for a bachelor degree typically spans across only two years, instead of the standard three. Full-time study is perfect for those who want to be qualified and working hands-on in the industry as soon as possible, clearing the way for more practical industry experience and early career growth. 

Need more time for a better work-life balance? Studying a bachelor degree part-time can take anywhere between three to four years, accommodating your work and life commitments. With part-time study you set the pace, so you can keep juggling life while working on your long-term career goals.

Of course, life circumstances and goals can change. Our students often switch between the two study load options so they can have more space or seize valuable opportunities. For example, one trimester may be part-time to complete an internship, but the next could be full-time.

TRANSFER BETWEEN ON-CAMPUS AND ONLINE STUDY AT ANY STAGE

If you prefer a traditional learning style with face-to-face interactions, then studying on-campus may be for you. With in-person study, you’ll be taught in a variety of classrooms across our vibrant campuses in Melbourne’s creative hub. Plus you’ll have access to all of our cutting-edge facilities and spaces.

In contrast, studying online is a great alternative to fit around a busy schedule. With online classes you can login from anywhere and comfortably attend classes with zero commute time. And of course, you’ll still have access to all of our facilities, events and be part of our Collarts community.

OPT FOR BLENDED STUDY TO SUIT YOUR LIFESTYLE

You can also choose to study both on-campus and online (blended study). Whether you choose to do lectures online, hands-on tutorials on-campus, or live interactive classes over Zoom, you’ll still get the same support and accessibility from your teachers. By exploring these options, you can take advantage of both physical and digital spaces to better suit your learning needs.