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Creative@Western | 17 July
Join us on 17th July for a hands-on experience day designed for future creatives. Explore our industry-connected degrees in Design, Music, Film and Acting, meet current students and academics, experience workshops and live activities, and discover how Western can help you turn your creativity into a career.
The future of creativity is here at Western Sydney University.
Whether you want to design brands, perform on stage, compose music, produce film and digital content, or shape the future of media, Western gives you the skills, industry connections and real-world experience to turn creativity into a career.
Study Creativity with Purpose
Western’s creative degrees combine hands-on learning, collaboration, emerging technologies and industry-focused practice to prepare graduates for the rapidly evolving creative economy. Australia’s creative industries contribute billions to the economy and continue to grow across design, entertainment, media, music and digital production.
Portfolio Interview and Audition Entry
We value creativity, potential and creative thinking not just academic results.
Eligible applicants for Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Performing Arts may apply through an interview or audition pathway, giving you the opportunity to demonstrate your personal aptitude, creative skills and motivation for studying the program.
The portfolio interview or audition allows you to meet with academic staff to discuss your creative practice, interests and future goals. Applicants who apply via UAC or directly to the University will be eligible to book an interview or audition through the University’s online booking system.
For current Year 12 students, a successful interview or audition may result in an early conditional offer.
The interview/audition pathway is available to applicants who:
- are current Year 12 students who are not eligible for True Reward Early Offer
- completed the HSC this year or in previous years but did not receive an ATAR
- received an ATAR below the standard entry requirement for the program
- are non-recent school leavers or applicants from alternative educational or professional backgrounds
Bachelor of Design
The Bachelor of Design combines specialist creative practice with collaborative studio learning to help you become a versatile, industry-ready designer. You’ll work on real-world creative projects while building skills across branding, digital design, storytelling and visual communication.
Experience Design@Western – 17 July
Attend the Design mini event on campus to:
- Explore student design showcases
- Experience hands-on creative workshops
- Tour studio facilities
- Meet academics and current students
- Learn about careers in the creative industries
- Bring your portfolio and book an interview for a chance at an early offer
Bachelor of Music
The Bachelor of Music offers high-level training in music performance, composition, sound technologies, music production and music theory in professionally equipped studios and collaborative learning environments.
Experience Music@Western – 17 July
Join the Music mini event to:
- Watch live performances
- Explore recording and production spaces
- Meet music academics and current students
- Experience creative sessions with music staff
- Book an interview for a chance at an early offer
Bachelor of Screen Media
The Bachelor of Screen Media prepares you for the fast-moving world of content creation, filmmaking and digital storytelling. Learn production, directing, editing, screenwriting and media creation while developing the technical and creative skills demanded by today’s screen industries.
Experience Screen@Western – 17 July
Attend the Screen Media mini event to:
- Explore production studios and facilities
- Participate in filmmaking workshops
- Meet creatives and academics
- Discover student projects and productions
- Learn how to build a career in screen media
Bachelor of Performing Arts (Acting)
Western Sydney University’s Bachelor of Performing Arts (Acting), developed in partnership with the Actors Centre Australia, combines intensive actor training with industry experience, mentoring and performance practice. The program revives Western’s proud acting legacy while preparing graduates for careers across theatre, television, film and digital performance.
Experience Acting@Western – 17 July
Join the Acting mini event to:
- Participate in acting workshops
- Experience live performance activities
- Meet industry-connected teaching staff
- Learn about auditions and entry requirements
- Explore pathways into theatre and screen careers
Explore our degrees
Creative Facilities
At Western Sydney University, creativity is hands-on from day one. Students learn in professional-grade facilities designed to mirror real industry environments, helping you build confidence, technical capability and a portfolio of practical work before graduation.
Design students work in collaborative studio environments that encourage experimentation, innovation and real-world creative problem solving. Access industry-standard software, digital production tools and flexible creative workspaces designed to support visual communication, branding, motion and digital design projects.
Music students train in professionally equipped recording studios, rehearsal rooms and performance spaces designed to support both live and studio-based practice.
Screen Media students have access to a world-class TV studio, fully fitted with multi-cameras, green screen, professional lighting and editing suite.
Performing Arts students train in dedicated rehearsal and performance environments that support movement, acting technique, ensemble work and live performance practice.
Industry Partnerships & Real-World Experience
Western Sydney University’s creative programs are designed with industry relevance connecting students with professionals, collaborators and opportunities throughout their studies.
Students are taught and mentored by experienced academics, creatives and industry practitioners who bring current industry knowledge and professional experience into the classroom.
Across all creative disciplines, students have opportunities to work on live briefs, collaborative productions, exhibitions, performances and portfolio projects that help prepare them for professional creative careers.
