International - Students Selection Criteria

Entry Requirements

Bachelor of Design Arts

  • Satisfactory completion of Australian Year 12, or one of the equivalent qualifications as defined under minimum academic entry requirements;
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency (IELTS overall score of 6.0, with no skills band lower than 5.5 or equivalent like TOEFL, Pearson Test of English or CAE);
  • An Admission Consultation. 
  • A current Student visa to study in Australia. Australian visas are issued by the Department of Home Affairs;
  • Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).

Students must be 18+ years of age at commencement of course.

Bachelor of Entrepreneurship (Creative Industries)

  • Satisfactory completion of Australian Year 12, with an ATAR score of 60 (an ATAR score of 68 or above guarantees entry), or one of the equivalent qualifications as defined under minimum academic entry requirements;
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency (IELTS overall score of 6.0, with no skills band lower than 5.5 or equivalent like TOEFL, Pearson Test of English or CAE);
  • A current Student visa to study in Australia. Australian visas are issued by the Department of Home Affairs;
  • Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).

Students must be 18+ years of age at commencement of course.

In the Australian higher education sector, an ‘international' or 'overseas' student is a person who:

  • is not an Australian citizen; and
  • is enrolled, or will enrol, in a course of study with a higher education provider; and
  • is aged 18 and over.

An 'international' or 'overseas' student does not include:

  • a New Zealand citizen; or
  • a person entitled to stay in Australia, or to enter and stay in Australian without any limitation as to time; or
  • a diplomatic or consular representative of New Zealand, a member of the staff of such a representative or the spouse or dependent relative of such a representative.

Direct Applications

You can apply at any time, for our February, June or September intake.

  1. Complete our online application form.
    Two valid forms of identification will be required, one from each list below.

    Photo I.D.

    • Driver’s Licence
    • Passport
    • Student ID
    • Proof of Age

    Evidence of Eligibility 

    • Passport
    • Birth Certificate
    • Permanent Resident Visa
    • Permanent Humanitarian Visa
    • Temporary Entry Permit
    • Other equivalent documentation
  2. An Admissions Advisor will contact you following submission of your application to discuss the required steps to complete your application.
  3. 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.

Applying Through An Agent

LCI Melbourne has a network of registered representatives around the world to assist you with program and application queries. These representatives are knowledgeable about the Australian education system, LCI Melbourne and its application process. They will assist you with your program queries, application and your student visa.

If you choose to apply through an agent, the application process is the same as directly applying but your agent will complete this on your behalf.

Please note that some agents may charge a fee for these services.

Here you can find all the agents at LCI