Academy of Creative Arts (ACA) 

Subject Length:               2 semesters

Subject Fee:                     $1400  (Cost subject to change)

The Academy of Creative Arts (ACA) is a program dedicated to improving educational and creative outcomes for students. The program provides an opportunity for student-artists to pursue their passion in a holistic academic and creative partnership. 

The ACA program offers aspiring artists the opportunity to develop their own goals to work towards in the fields of Band, Dance, Drama, Visual Arts and Vocals.  Alongside the elective subject, the academy also invites practicing artists to run Masterclasses for students. These Masterclasses occur before and after school each week.

What is studied?

Within this subject student learning is based upon the following key knowledge and concepts:

• Developing creativity and skills as an artist

• Self-regulated, self-directed Learning

• Exploring the Design Thinking Process

• Applying the Elements of Art

• Collaboration in vertical groupings

What type of work is done?

Within this subject student learning is developed and assessed through:

• Coaching in Masterclasses by staff with extensive skills & experiences

• Individual theme development based on personal goals

• Creating new works

• Presenting works

• Offering and receiving critiques 

Additional Information

This is a SELECT ENTRY program. Entry into the academy is undertaken through a separate ACA application and audition/interview. In timetabled classes, students will engage in a coaching environment to work independently or in collaboration with their peers to generate and present works in their chosen field.

Academy student-artists are also offered additional opportunities through excursions and trips such as field based workshops, visiting galleries, watching performances, attending the Australian Musical Theatre Festival and more.

Future Pathways: Completion of Year 10 Academy of Creative Arts will allow students to proceed to VCE Art Subject Unit 1-4 and related VET applied certificate. Arts study is beneficial for entering many careers such as Architecture, Interior Design, Graphic Design, Music Industry, Logo Design, Artist, Teacher, Work in Film, Theatre and TV, and so many more fields - but creativity is valued in all 21st Century employees.