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Photography Studies College, 37-47 Thistlethwaite Street, South Melbourne, Victoria 3205 Australia +61 (03) 9682 3191 info@psc.edu.au

Photography Studies College, 37-47 Thistlethwaite Street, South Melbourne, Victoria 3205 Australia +61 (03) 9682 3191 info@psc.edu.au

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The Master of Arts Photography program introduces an innovative and cutting-edge curriculum targeted at practicing mid-career photographers, videographers, designers, curators and other visual artists. It supports expansive opportunities to pursue a significant volume of work in a creative collegiate community of practice. It also provides the entry-level qualification for those of you who are seeking to establish an academic teaching career at a higher education institution or university in Australia or internationally.

Through scholarship and research, a whole new approach to your current practice becomes possible. You will be enabled to develop a critical awareness of contemporary modes of presentation and distribution of visual content in addition to gaining expanded knowledge of contemporary trends and developments in the broader creative industry fields.

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Your
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Course
Lecturers

PSC is a community of experienced practitioners and educators with national and international profiles in the areas of documentary, photojournalism, art, commercial photography, photobook publishing, curation and photographic theory.

Lecturer

Stephanie Wood

Stephanie Wood

Lecturer

Dr. David Rosetzky

 Dr. David Rosetzky

Lecturer

Dr. Kristian Haggblom

 Dr. Kristian Haggblom

Admission
Process

Entry Requirements

All domestic and international applicants must apply directly using the PSC Master of Arts Photography Application Form.

Program entrance requirements

  • For entry into the Master of Arts Photography, applicants must meet specific academic and/or professional entrance requirements.
  • Applicants should normally possess a Bachelor with Honours or Bachelor Degree qualification or equivalent.*
  • Applicants without formal qualifications but with significant experiential learning/professional experience are also encouraged to apply.*

* a formal Recognition of Prior Learning application may be necessary to assess applicants academic, professional standing and ability to undertake studies at this level.

Application, interview and folio presentation

All applicants must complete a Master of Arts Photography Application Form

Once submitted, you will be contacted to arrange the next steps of your application, which may include:

  • Examples of previous photographic work
  • Certified copies of previous qualifications and transcripts
  • If applying for Recognition of Prior Learning, you may also be asked to provide the name and contact details of two referees.

Application Process - Domestic

All domestic applicants must apply directly using the Master of Arts Photography Application Form.

All applicants will be invited for an interview. The interview is a way for us to get to know you, for you to present your photographic work, and to talk about your career goals and motivations. Following the interview, you may also be asked to provide additional evidence or examples of professional practice.

Recognition of prior learning and credit transfer

PSC will ensure that all prospective students with relevant prior experience (RPL) or academic studies (credit transfer) are advised of the possibility of having this prior experience and/or studies taken into consideration.

Please contact Dr Kristian Häggblom, the Masters of Arts Course Convenor for further information on (03) 9682 3191 or via email khaggblom@psc.edu.au

First Nations Australians

The College actively encourages applications from First Nations Australians.

The College’s educational policies and practices support participation by First Nations Australians and are sensitive to First Nations knowledge and culture.

 

Application Process - International

For further information pertaining to International students, please visit our International Students page. 

Application Requirements

If you are an international student, you should refer to the International Student Guide for detailed program entrance requirements, English language proficiency and selection criteria.

All applicants must ensure they complete the PSC Master of Arts Photography International Application Form.

Offers for international students

Offers are made following the completion of Entry Requirements.

Direct offers are made to successful applicants after completion of an interview and application assessment process, including;

  • Short biography (50 words)
  • 20-30 images
  • CV
  • The name and contact details of two referees

Enrolment

Enrolment requires payment of a one off administration fee of $1000 AUD.

Recognition of prior learning and credit transfer

PSC will ensure that all prospective students with relevant prior experience (RPL) or academic studies (credit transfer) are advised of the possibility of having this prior experience and/or studies taken into consideration.

Please contact Dr Kristian Häggblom, Master of Arts Course Convenor for further information via email khaggblom@psc.edu.au

Further information

For further information, course discussions, questions and personal tours, contact Dr Kristian Häggblom via email khaggblom@psc.edu.au

Checklist

If you are a domestic student:

  • Read the PSC Master of Arts Photography Course Guide.
  • Check the admission criteria.
  • Completed and submit the PSC Master of Arts Photography Course Application form.
  • Be available for an interview.
  • Consider if you would like to receive further information for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and/or credit transfer.
  • If appropriate, check eligibility for FEE HELP assistance.

If you are an international student have you:

  • Read the PSC Master of Arts Photography Course Guide.
  • Read the International Student Guide.
  • Check the admission criteria.
  • Complete the PSC Master of Arts Photography International Student Application Form.
  • Be available for an interview (either in person or in your own country via Zoom).
  • Consider if you would like to receive further information for Recognition of Prior Learning and/or credit transfer
  • Confirm your ability to meet the tuition fee and related costs of living in Australia.

Tuition Fees
& Enrolment

Fee Information

Australian Citizens may apply for FEE-HELP.

FEE-HELP is not available for international students. International Student tuition fees are paid up-front on a per-semester basis. International students are not required to pay more than 50% of the tuition fees before the course starts. However, they can pay for the full tuition fee if they wish to do so.

When you accept your offer and complete your enrolment form, you also choose your tuition fee payment option.

 

Master of Arts Photography March 2025 Tuition Fees & Census Date (PDF)

Master of Arts Photography March 2025 Tuition Fees (PDF) International Students

Government Assistance

FEE-HELP Tuition Fee Assistance

PSC is an approved FEE-HELP provider.

FEE-HELP is a government loan scheme that assists eligible fee paying students with loans to pay all or part of their tuition fees. It cannot be used for additional study costs such as equipment and materials, accommodation, living expenses or other costs. It is available to Australian Citizens or holders of a permanent humanitarian visa who are enrolled in a higher education course.

Further information about FEE-HELP loans is available in the 2025 FEE-HELP Booklet.

FEE-HELP is available for eligible students for the tuition fees for the Master of Arts Photography course. Policies for students enrolled in the Master of Arts Photography course including the specific policies that relate to FEE-HELP

Scholarships Information

Scholarships are available for eligible participants. All graduates of undergraduate courses at Photography Studies College are eligible for the Graduate Scholarship Program. Ask us for more information.

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