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Certificate, Arts, design and media. Victory Institute, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
College Certificate IV - Screen and Media (Animation and Visual Effects) (CUA41220) (107570K) is a certificate program in arts, design and media at Victory Institute, a private institution in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, founded in 2005.
First-year tuition is listed at 12,000 AUD and the application fee at 200 AUD. The earliest intake currently open is Nov 2026.
Plan for about 41,910 AUD for the first year before travel, insurance and visa fees. The visa application charge and the living-cost figure are set by the government and have changed in recent years. Tuition varies widely by provider and course. Use the Home Affairs pages for the current visa charge and funds requirement.
Figures are as listed in October 2026. Schools revise tuition every year, so confirm the current amount with the school before you pay a deposit.
| Item | Amount (AUD) |
|---|---|
| Tuition, first year | 12,000 AUD |
| Living costs, first year (school estimate) | 29,710 AUD |
| Application fee (one time) | 200 AUD |
| Estimated first-year total | 41,910 AUD |
Our directory lists 5 certificate programs in arts, design and media at 4 schools in Australia. Their median first-year tuition is 18,000 AUD, and the middle half cost between 12,530 AUD and 22,250 AUD.
At 12,000 AUD, College Certificate IV - Screen and Media (Animation and Visual Effects) (CUA41220) (107570K) is 33% below the median, in the most affordable quarter. The full range runs from 12,000 AUD to 24,000 AUD.
If budget matters, these certificate programs in arts, design and media have some of the lowest listed first-year tuition in Australia.
| Program | School | Tuition (1st year) |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate IV in Screen and Media (CUA41220) (112054K) - St. Leonards | TAFE NSW, Ultimo | 12,530 AUD |
| Certificate IV - Design (C4382) (090420A) | Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT) - Brunswick, Brunswick | 18,000 AUD |
| Certificate IV - Photography and Digital Imaging (C4415) (110048B) | Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT) - Melbourne, Melbourne | 24,000 AUD |
Working back from a Nov 2026 start, this is a realistic plan. Popular programs can fill early, so the earlier end of each window is safer. The main intakes are February or March and July, with some providers adding more. Plan your application several months ahead.
| By | Step |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | Shortlist programs, check entry requirements and book your English test. |
| March 2026 | Prepare your statement of purpose, references and transcripts, then apply. |
| May 2026 | Receive offers, compare total costs and accept one. |
| July 2026 | Pay the deposit, gather funds evidence and apply for the student visa. |
| October 2026 | Book travel and accommodation once the visa is approved. |
Victory Institute sets the exact entry requirements for College Certificate IV - Screen and Media (Animation and Visual Effects) (CUA41220) (107570K). For a certificate, applicants usually need the following.
Providers and the visa accept a range of tests such as IELTS, TOEFL and PTE Academic, with minimums that depend on the course and provider.
Students from India need a Student visa (subclass 500) to study in Australia. Department of Home Affairs decides the application.
The subclass 500 visa requires an enrolment at a registered provider, health cover for the stay and evidence that you are a genuine student with enough money. Policy settings for international students have changed often, so use the Home Affairs pages as the source of truth.
Eligible graduates may apply for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485). Eligibility depends on the qualification, the visa stream and age limits, and settings have changed, so read the current requirements.
First-year tuition is listed at 12,000 AUD. Living costs are extra; Victory Institute estimates 29,710 AUD a year. Confirm the current fee with the school.
The application fee is 200 AUD. It is paid once per application and is not refunded after the school receives the application.
The earliest intake currently open is Nov 2026. Start your application about eight months before that.
It is listed as a certificate. Check with the school what qualification it awards and whether it leads to further study or work rights.
You need a Student visa (subclass 500), decided by Department of Home Affairs. Apply after you accept an offer and can show the required funds.
Yes. We check your profile, prepare your documents and submit your application to Victory Institute, then help with the visa. The first call is free.
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