How to apply.

As part of our admissions process, we'd love to get to know you better through a short 500-word written statement. Tell us about your current role, why you’re applying at Collarts, what you hope to get out of the course and the contribution you want to make to the cohort.

There are no wrong answers and no cookie-cutter moulds to fit into at Collarts. We're all about celebrating diversity, individuality, and the kaleidoscope of creativity that makes each applicant unique. 

Eligibility requirements

International students must meet the following criteria:

• Applicants must be at least 18 years old at course commencement.
• Successful completion of a senior secondary school certificate equivalent to Australian Year 12.
• English proficiency (see below).
• Interview.

English language requirements

Our English requirement is an overall IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent (with no single band score below 6.0) for all the courses, except Entertainment Journalism, where students are required to have an overall IELTS score of 6.5 (with no single band score below 6.0).

Applicants may also provide the following as evidence of their English proficiency:

• Results of English subjects in a range of countries’ secondary school certificate, A Level or the International Baccalaureate. Please contact international@collarts.edu.au if you have any questions.
• Successful completion of an English course at any of our pathway providers.

Admission requirements

Collarts is a place where performance, passion, and industry knowledge collide. We're not just looking for students; we're on the lookout for future playwrights and directors. To see if you are one of them, you'll undergo an admissions interview, during which you’ll discuss your experiences, background, and reasons why this field is calling your name.