The teaching philosophy of the Victorian College of the Arts reflects a long-held belief that learning comes from doing. As tuition is practical, intensive and studio based, class sizes are small. Places are limited and admission is competitive.

Contemporary educational concepts such mentoring by established artists, learning through discovering, practical training infused with intellectual, reflective and critical inquiry, and respect for the concept of multiple intelligences, flow through all disciplines of the Victorian College of the Arts.

Staff are selected for their own national and international artistic achievements. They are also committed and experienced teachers.  Individual staff profiles are available on this website in their discipline.  Curriculum is developed under strict performance measures, monitored both by the VCA's own Board of Studies and the Academic Board of the University of Melbourne, which awards all our degrees.

  • All major art disciplines are taught within the one institution, on the one city-based campus
  • A culturally diverse student body representing over 22 different countries
  • All degrees of the VCA are awarded by the University of Melbourne
  • City location situated in the centre of Melbourne's Art Precinct
  • Purpose-built studios for student rehearsals and galleries.