INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
We are Australia's only tertiary institution specialising exclusively in photography. We are a top multi award-winning institution acknowledged by industry for six consecutive years as the best Tertiary Photography Institution in Australia. We were rated in the Top 15 International Schools for Photography by Resource Magazine, Top 21 Best Photography Schools in the World by Format.com and also the 25 Best Photography Schools by Country 2025.
Located in Melbourne, we are situated in one of the top student cities in the world. According to QS World Rankings, Melbourne is in the Top 6 of the 2025 Best Student Cities. Our international graduates enjoy successful careers around the world.
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Hear from Dora, PSC international student from Taiwan
WHICH COURSES CAN INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS STUDY?
International students requiring a student visa are able to apply for the following courses which are CRICOS approved:
A three year qualification – learn face-to-face in Australia on campus or you can do up to one year online remotely from your home country.
A three year qualification – learn face-to-face in Australia on campus or you can study online remotely from your home country.
Download our International Student Information Guide to help you in your journey as an international student.
ONLINE STUDY OPTIONS
In 2027, international students can study a selection of online programs online from outside Australia.
WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY
"I like that PSC is a small college. It’s not a gigantic campus and people get to know you – you're not just an ID number. I find I learn better when I can more easily engage with my environment."
- Jules Perrenot, France
"何よりスタッフや先生たちにはフォリオ制作や日常生活まで多くをサポートして頂けて安心した学生生活を送ることが出来ました。"
- Masatoshi Kobayashi, Japan
"One of the main reasons I chose to study here was that the class sizes were not too big so I thought I could get closer to the teachers. Also seeing all the students and staff winning awards made it even more attractive. "
- Rani Joensen, Faroe Islands
"The photo studio at PSC is the best! We have a massive cyclorama and numerous bays that can be configured into one large space."
- David CH Lai, Hong Kong
WHY STUDY WITH US?
We are the only tertiary institution in Australia specialising exclusively in photography and videography
We have a long successful heritage – we will be celebrating 55 years in 2027
We offer a unique mentoring program linking you to photographers and image makers in Australia and internationally
Our facilities are state of the art
Our teachers are experts in their field
We focus on you and your career
UPCOMING COURSES
Bachelor of Photography and Digital Imaging
At PSC, our No. 1 rated Bachelor of Photography and Digital Imaging degree in Australia will prepare you for a career as an innovative and successful professional photographer.
Bachelor of Screen Media
At PSC, our Bachelor of Screen Media degree in Australia will prepare you for a career as an innovative and versatile screen media professional, ready to thrive in film, television, digital content, and emerging media industries.