Bachelor of Design Arts
ATAR scores are not used in the consideration of your application. Unscored VCE (or equivalent) is accepted for entry.
Students must be 18+ years of age at commencement of course.
Bachelor of Entrepreneurship (Creative Industries)
Students must be 18+ years of age at commencement of course.
You can apply at any time, for our February, June or September intake.
Complete our online application form. Two valid forms of identification will be required, one from each list below. Please note, an Australian Passport fills requirements as both photo ID and evidence of eligibility.
An Admissions Advisor will contact you following submission of your application to discuss the required steps to complete your application.
If you are applying for the Bachelor of Design Arts, you will need to complete your Admission Consultation. This is a discussion on your motivations for study and your potential to benefit from your chosen course. If you are unable to attend in person, virtual consultations are available.
VTAC Applications
Students residing in Victoria can apply via the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) for our February intake. Select LCIM courses have a Guaranteed ATAR. If applicants receive an ATAR equal to or above the Guaranteed ATAR and meet the course entry requirements, they will be guaranteed an offer in the course. For VTAC applicants to receive an offer, the course must be their highest eligible preference.
Year 12 applicants for our Bachelor of Design Arts undergraduate degree via VTAC can get automatic entry (bypass the Admissions Consultation special entry requirement) if they get a pass on one or more of the following Unit 3 & 4 VCE VET units:
To apply via VTAC, please visit the VTAC website. Please note, if you are applying directly you should not also apply via VTAC. Offers will be sent via VTAC when released.
Special Needs/educationally Disadvantaged Students
LCI Melbourne provides a supportive and inclusive community. Students who require support for special needs or who have been educationally disadvantaged are encouraged to apply. Via the direct application process, students can identify if they will require additional support or recognition for educational disadvantage. Educational disadvantage includes applicants with physical disabilities, from geographically isolated areas, or from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Applicants
LCI Melbourne acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia. Via the direct application process, students of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent will be able to identify their status. All successful Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island applicants will be entitled to the Indigenous Scholarship. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island applicants requiring support for their application, please contact us.
Further Information
Access the LCI Melbourne Academic Grievances, Complaints and Appeals Policy and Procedure, related to admission or enrolment decisions.
Application Support
Our Future Student Team can help answer any of your questions about applications or study. Email us and one of our Future Student Advisors will be happy to assist. Please reach out if you require additional assistance with your application.
Bachelor of Design Arts applicants are required to participate in an Admission Consultation. During this process, applicants may choose to showcase a portfolio of their creative work.
The purpose of the Admission Consultation is to determine which area of study is the best fit for you. The focus of the consultation is less on your current level of ability, or even the work you have completed in the past. It is focused more on understanding your motivations for study and your potential to benefit from your chosen course.
During the consultation, we will focus on:
Get ready to showcase your creativity and let's explore how we can help you reach your academic and career goals!
International students will have their Admission Consultation conducted by one of our local Academic Mentors or global Admissions Advisors. If you are residing in Australia, you will have to option to attend your Admission Consultation in person. If you are looking for information on entry requirements and how to apply, please see our Selection Criteria. Please contact us if you require assistance preparing for your Admission Consultation.