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NACT Northern College of the Arts and Technology – VIC

62 Murray Road, Preston, VIC 3072 (Metro, City North)

Founded 1960 | Number of students: 400

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Overview

The Northern College of the Arts and Technology (NCAT) is located in Preston, a suburb in the northern metropolitan area of Melbourne, Victoria. It is a senior secondary college providing Year 10, Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE), and Vocational Education and Training (VET) programs. The school specialises in areas such as visual arts, design, multimedia, film-making, photography, music, dance, and technologies, offering cutting-edge programs that are highly regarded by both tertiary institutions and industry.

Skilled teachers foster students’ individual talents and passions, while NCAT’s strong connections with major universities and industry partners ensure meaningful pathways for future study and careers. With a proud tradition of alumni achieving success in the arts and technology sectors, NCAT was also the recipient of The Age newspaper’s 2022 Schools that Excel Award, highlighting its excellence and innovation in education.

3 Reasons
to Choose Us

1 - Specialised Programs – NCAT is renowned for its strong focus on Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Design, Media, Music, and Technology, offering hands-on learning and innovative courses tailored to creative and technical fields.
2 - Industry Connections – Students benefit from access to state-of-the-art facilities, workshops, and partnerships with industry professionals, providing real-world experience and future career opportunities.
3 - Supportive Environment – NCAT fosters an inclusive and welcoming community where every student is encouraged and supported to explore their talents, develop skills, and achieve their academic and career goals.

Strong
Focus

> Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Design, Media, Music, Technology, Drama, Photography, Graphic Design, Digital Media

Special Excellence
Programs

> Contemporary / commercial focus in Year 10, VCE and VET music and dance subjects and programs (entry via audition)
> Specialist provider in design, visual arts, media, multimedia, film, photography
> Only provider in Australia delivering training in musical instrument making
> Extensive range of VET technology programs including engineering, electro-technology and integrated technologies
> Performing arts facilities including dance studios, drama studio, recital room, music technology rooms, 10 music practice rooms and arts centre
> Photography centre with 4 studios, colour, black and white analogue as well as digital photography facilities.

Extracurricular
Activities

> Renowned contemporary music program with over 30 music bands
> Music recitals and arts festival
> Dance concerts and competitions including involvement in the national Wakakirri dance festival
> Student art and photographic exhibitions
> Student leadership program.

Languages

> Languages available through Victorian School of Languages

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