About us

UNSW School of Art & Design is a leading art and design school, producing critically acclaimed artists, designers and media creators.

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Welcome from the Head of School

We’re a leading school of art and design with a focus on media innovation and emerging technologies, committed to artistic and academic excellence and innovative creative practice and research. We aspire to be a world leader in educating artists, designers and digital media creators. 

Our school encourages pioneering approaches to the creation and understanding of art and design that will impact the social, technological and environmental issues of our time. We support experimentation and exploration, fostering collaboration across the humanities, social sciences, science and engineering. 

Using the latest teaching methods, underpinned by leading-edge technology and an innovative learning environment, we hope to inspire a new generation of creative thinkers. Our programs are based in studio practice and are industry relevant, while our pioneering research programs range from immersive interactive environments to Indigenous knowledge and global issues. 

- Professor Edward Scheer

We’re one of Australia’s largest, most dynamic and diverse creative art, design and media schools. We offer more disciplines and interdisciplinary opportunities for study than any other Australian creative school. Our undergraduate, postgraduate and research programs are taught by renowned academics, practising artists and designers, and specialised technical staff.  

Meet our people

Find out more about the staff at UNSW School of Art & Design, made up of artists, designers and digital media creators.

Fabri Blacklock

Ramesh Nithiyendran

Anneke Jaspers

Our campus

Our community-based campus is purpose-built, including cutting-edge art, design and digital media production facilities, workshops and studios. 

Art & Design residencies

The UNSW Art & Design Residency Program invites outstanding artists, designers, educators, curators, creative researchers and scholars to join our community. Our aim is to deepen the knowledge and experience of undergraduate and postgraduate students and higher degree research candidates across our disciplines.

Our history

UNSW School of Art & Design can trace its origins back to the establishment of The Sydney Mechanics’ School of Arts in 1833.

Our graduates

Graduates from our school enjoy careers in cultural and creative industries across Australia and internationally. Explore the amazing careers of some of our graduates.

ADA News

Find out all the latest from the Faculty of Arts, Design and Architecture

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Our study areas

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Animation and Moving Image

The study of animation & moving image at UNSW is designed to meet industry demand for content developers and creative practitioners. You’ll graduate with work experience and intensive skills.
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Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art Theory

You’ll be immersed in Australia’s largest art and design community where you’ll develop your intellectual and critical skills to make an impact in the arts and cultural sector.
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Bachelor of Design in Integrated Design

Develop your design knowledge and skills as you specialise in multiple design disciplines. You’ll engage in historical and theoretical studies that will complement your professional practice skills.
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Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Arts

Immerse yourself in an inclusive and collaborative artistic community. You’ll gain specialised skills through studio experience and practical projects from workshops to showcases and beyond.
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Master of Design

Combine technology, design thinking, conceptual exploration, strategy and communication with practical skills to take your professional design knowledge to an advanced level with this masters degree..
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Master of Curating and Cultural Leadership

Play a key role in setting cultural agendas and discovering new ground. Our masters degree is designed for graduates and career professionals to shape the creative landscape.
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Master of Simulation and Immersive Technologies

Become a future-ready design leader in our masters degree. Develop and understanding of how, why, when and where to utilise simulation and immersive platforms.
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