10 Best Art and Design Schools in Melbourne

ClassBento is an art school and creative-class platform in Melbourne. It suits people looking for hands-on activities, private lessons or shared experiences, including furniture restoration, mosaic, sugar blowing, edible art, bookbinding and glass fusing. Participants can work on their own furniture in a one-on-one restoration class, while the booking app provides access to a range of class options and direct contact with venues.

Alma Mater College Australia provides college education in Melbourne, with practical hospitality learning including commercial cookery. Cookery students develop food preparation, cooking techniques, kitchen management, food safety, time management and teamwork skills, and can apply them through degustation lunches. The college suits students seeking supportive trainers, practical learning and preparation for hospitality work.

International College of Melbourne offers practical trade education, with evidence covering carpentry and Certificate III in Cabinet Making. Its courses combine theory with workshop-based learning, industry knowledge and real-world assessments. The college suits students who want hands-on training in joinery, machinery safety, carpentry or cabinet making.

The Pattern Making Class is a fashion design school in North Melbourne teaching practical pattern-making and sewing skills. Classes cover drafting blocks, fitting, pockets, trouser and bodice blocks, and tailored jackets, with options for beginners and more experienced home sewers. Small groups and instructors with industry expertise support hands-on learning without the structure of a full degree.

DYA Australia runs creative painting and drawing workshops in Port Melbourne, including private sessions, team activities and sip-and-paint events. Facilitators teach techniques, encourage beginners and help participants develop their own pieces. With on-site and online classes, it suits workplace celebrations, birthdays, families and groups looking for a relaxed creative activity.

Floral Art School of Australia teaches floristry through correspondence courses supported by printed term folders, videos and feedback on student arrangements. The self-paced format suits learners who want detailed, step-by-step instruction while studying independently. Course materials cover floral designs and the technical skills needed to complete them, with support available during the learning process.

Coffee Art School is an Abbotsford training centre teaching coffee skills through foundational and intermediate learning. Its supported subjects include barista skills, latte art and hand-brewed coffee. The school suits beginners and developing baristas, with patient, practical guidance and an environment that supports continued practice after a course.

Angel Art Studio is a Heidelberg Heights art school offering creative classes for children, including painting and sculpture. Fereshteh’s teaching develops technical skills while preserving each child’s original creativity. The studio also runs vacation-care classes and can host art-focused birthday parties with drawing, games, music and activities.

The University of Melbourne is a public teaching and research institution founded in 1853, with graduate schools and a main campus in Parkville. It suits students seeking study across a broad range of disciplines and a campus connected to Melbourne’s city life. The university combines historic architecture with modern facilities, study spaces, lecture halls and student support services.

Art Masterclass Melbourne runs hands-on creative workshops, including Turkish lamp and mosaic lamp making. Instructors guide participants step by step, making the process approachable for people without prior artistic experience, and materials are provided. Participants can take home a finished lamp, with a box of supplies for completing and displaying it where applicable.