Creative Portfolio Presentation

We want to make the Creative Portfolio Presentation as easy as possible, as we know it can be a stressful experience for some.

Our Creative Portfolio Presentation is a two-way, informal discussion about your ambitions, interests and any relevant work experience. It is an opportunity for you to showcase a selection of your best creative work. You will be interviewed by one or two people, who will talk to you about your work and aspirations.

International students will have their Creative Portfolio Presentation conducted by one of our local or global Admissions Advisors. If you are residing in Australia, you will have to option to attend your Creative Portfolio Presentation in person. If you are looking for information on entry requirements and how to apply, please see our Selection Criteria for international students.

Your portfolio should demonstrate a range of creative and technical skills. The main priority in curating your work for the portfolio is to show us some of your best creative outcomes and to demonstrate foundational skills that may assist you with your creative education.

If you do not have a folio subject, you can use any work that best represents your creativity. You can include work that is not discipline specific for entry into any of our majors. For example, show us your series of paintings if you are wanting to study Fashion & Costume Design or your fashion illustrations for Interior Design. 

We do not expect professional quality for your entry portfolio. You should organise your work in a way that makes it easy for you to present. You only need to include 6-8 pieces of work that show your creativity from conceptualisation to outcome. 

Please contact us if you require assistance preparing for your Creative Portfolio Presentation.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

• Varied developmental ideas including drawings and sketches (any media the applicant prefers)
• Evidence of development of ideas towards design or arts output
• Use of various media aligned to their field of practice
• Any work in preferred field demonstrating enthusiasm for the subject
• Evidence of an understanding of what the program offers
• A concise portfolio indicating self-curation and critical ability

The Creative Portfolio Presentation allows our advisors to gauge what foundational skills you have developed, while also giving you the opportunity to discuss your processes, career prospects and interest in design education at a higher level.

WHAT HAPPENS AT CREATIVE PORTFOLIO PRESENTATIONS

• Individual interviews (approx. 15-30 mins) at appointed times
• In the presentation, you will have the opportunity to discuss (a) your field of interest, (b) why you would like to study at LCI Melbourne and (c) why you want to be a designer or artist.

TYPICAL DISCUSSION POINTS

• Why have you chosen this program?
• Why do you want to be a designer or artist?
• What is your design process and what influences your work?
• Are there particular designers that inspire or influence you?
• What are your career aspirations?

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AT A CREATIVE PORTFOLIO PRESENTATION

• Ability to research a variety of concepts and arrive at a design solution or visual art outcome.
• Demonstration of an enthusiasm for design and arts.