"Our daughter is a gifted writer and visual artist, but she's also strong academically. QACI was the only school that genuinely valued both sides of her. She's thriving — creatively and intellectually."
Parent, Brisbane
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QACI: Queensland's Only Selective School for Creative Industries
The Queensland Academy for Creative Industries (QACI) occupies a distinctive position within Australia's selective school landscape. Located at Kelvin Grove in inner Brisbane, QACI is the only government selective school in Queensland — and arguably in Australia — built specifically around the creative industries. Partnered with the Queensland University of Technology (QUT), QACI offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with a creative industries focus, producing graduates who are both academically rigorous and creatively accomplished.
For families considering QACI entry, the process can feel unfamiliar. Unlike QASMT, which most parents associate with the Queensland Academies brand, QACI has its own identity, its own entry pathway, and its own vision of what a gifted student looks like. This guide explains everything you need to know — from what "creative industries" actually means, to the test format, to how QACI compares with the other two academies.
In this guide, you'll discover:
- What QACI is and why it exists as a separate creative industries academy
- The full meaning of "creative industries" — film, digital media, visual arts, music, design, and writing
- How the QUT partnership gives QACI students a genuine university advantage
- Why QACI only accepts students at Year 10 — and what this means for your planning
- The exact EduTest entrance format — four components, no writing task for Year 10
- How competitive entry is, with 10–15 applicants per place
- What happens at the interview stage for top-performing candidates
- How QACI differs fundamentally from QASMT and QAHS
- Career pathways QACI graduates pursue across creative and professional fields
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What Makes QACI Unique
Among Australia's selective schools, QACI stands apart. Most selective entry programmes focus on science, mathematics, or general academic excellence. QACI is built on the premise that creative talent, combined with strong academic ability, deserves the same level of institutional support and intellectual challenge.
QACI is one of three Queensland Academies — government-funded selective schools delivering the IB Diploma Programme. While QASMT (Toowong) focuses on science, maths, and technology, and QAHS (Gold Coast) centres on health sciences, QACI is purpose-built for students whose strengths and passions sit within the creative industries.
This is not a "soft" alternative. The IB Diploma is one of the most demanding senior secondary programmes in the world, and QACI students must meet the same rigorous academic standards as their counterparts at QASMT and QAHS. The difference is that QACI embeds creative practice — storytelling, design, performance, visual communication — into the fabric of the learning experience.
QACI at a Glance
Key facts about the Queensland Academy for Creative Industries
Entry Point
Year 10 is the sole intake — no Year 7 entry
University Partner
Co-located with QUT Creative Industries Precinct
Curriculum
Internationally recognised programme across all academies
Applicants Per Place
Highly competitive — strong preparation is essential
What Creative Industries Means at QACI
The term "creative industries" can feel vague to parents encountering it for the first time. At QACI, it refers to a clearly defined cluster of disciplines that sit at the intersection of creativity, technology, and communication. These are not hobby subjects — they represent some of the fastest-growing professional sectors in Australia and globally.
The creative industries disciplines at QACI include:
- Film and Screen Production — scriptwriting, cinematography, editing, documentary, and narrative filmmaking
- Digital Media — interactive media, web design, animation, digital storytelling, and emerging technologies
- Visual Arts — painting, sculpture, photography, printmaking, and contemporary art practice
- Music — composition, performance, music technology, sound design, and musicology
- Design — graphic design, product design, spatial design, and design thinking methodologies
- Writing and Literature — creative writing, journalism, editing, publishing, and literary analysis
- Theatre and Performance — acting, directing, stagecraft, devised theatre, and performance studies
What makes QACI distinctive is not merely that these subjects are offered — many schools teach art and music. It is that the entire academy culture is built around creative practice. Students are surrounded by peers who take creative work seriously, taught by specialists with professional creative experience, and immersed in an environment where creative ambition is encouraged alongside academic rigour.
Creative Does Not Mean Easy
Parents sometimes assume QACI is a less demanding alternative to QASMT. This is a misconception. QACI students complete the full IB Diploma — the same internationally recognised programme delivered at all three academies. The creative industries focus adds to the workload, not replaces the academic expectations. Your child needs to be both creatively talented and academically capable.
The QUT Partnership Advantage
Each Queensland Academy is partnered with a leading university, and these partnerships are not symbolic. At QACI, the partnership with the Queensland University of Technology (QUT) is particularly powerful because of co-location.
QACI sits within QUT's Kelvin Grove Creative Industries Precinct — one of the largest dedicated creative industries hubs in the Asia-Pacific region. This means QACI students have access to:
- University-grade facilities — professional recording studios, film production suites, digital media labs, performance spaces, and exhibition galleries
- Mentorship from QUT academics — students can engage with lecturers, researchers, and creative practitioners from QUT's Creative Industries Faculty
- Exposure to university-level creative work — QACI students regularly encounter QUT student exhibitions, performances, and research projects, normalising the university creative environment
- Networking and industry connections — QUT's creative industries network extends into Brisbane's broader arts, media, and design sectors
- A seamless transition pathway — students who continue to QUT (or other creative industries programmes) arrive with an understanding of university-level expectations and studio practice
This co-location advantage is genuinely rare. Most selective schools partner with universities at arm's length. At QACI, the university campus is literally the school's backyard. For a student passionate about creative work, this daily immersion in a professional creative environment is transformative.
The IB Diploma at QACI
All three Queensland Academies deliver the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. This is a two-year senior secondary qualification (Years 11–12) recognised by universities worldwide. The IB is known for its breadth, rigour, and emphasis on critical thinking, independent research, and community engagement.
At QACI, students select six IB subjects across prescribed groups, complete an Extended Essay (a 4,000-word independent research piece), engage in Theory of Knowledge (TOK) — a course exploring the nature of knowledge itself — and fulfil Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) requirements.
The distinctive element at QACI is the strength of the arts-related IB subject offerings. While the exact subject list may vary, QACI typically offers strong options in:
- Visual Arts — studio practice and comparative study
- Film — production and critical analysis of cinema
- Music — performance, composition, and musicology
- Theatre — devised and text-based performance
- English Literature — with a creative and analytical emphasis
Students still take subjects across the full IB range — including sciences, mathematics, and humanities — ensuring they graduate with a broad, balanced qualification. The creative industries focus influences subject selection and the Extended Essay, but it does not narrow the academic programme.
Year 10 as the Pre-IB Year
Year 10 at QACI serves as the pre-IB foundation year. Students spend this year building the academic habits, creative skills, and disciplinary knowledge needed to succeed in the IB Diploma. It is also when students begin to explore IB subject options and develop their creative portfolio. This is why QACI entry is at Year 10 — students need this preparatory year before the intensity of the two-year Diploma begins.
QACI Entry Requirements and Application Process
Understanding the QACI application process is essential for effective planning. Several critical rules distinguish the Queensland Academies process from other selective school applications in Australia.
Key Rules You Must Know
Year 10 entry only. QACI does not accept students at Year 7. The sole entry point is Year 10, which serves as the pre-IB year before students commence the Diploma in Year 11. This means families typically begin planning during Year 8 or Year 9.
One application per year across all three campuses. You may only apply to one Queensland Academy per year — QASMT, QACI, or QAHS. You cannot apply to QACI and QASMT simultaneously. If you are choosing between campuses, read our campus selection guide before committing.
No transfers between campuses. Once enrolled, your child cannot move from QACI to QASMT or vice versa. The campus decision is final.
$250 non-refundable application fee. The fee applies regardless of the outcome.
QACI Application Process — Step by Step
Confirm QACI Is the Right Fit
Research the creative industries focus, visit the campus if possible, and confirm your child is genuinely drawn to creative practice alongside academic work. Use the BrainTree campus selection guide to compare all three academies.
Prepare and Submit Your Application
Complete the online application through the Queensland Academies portal. Gather required documents including school reports and proof of identity. Pay the $250 non-refundable application fee. Applications typically close in August.
Sit the EduTest Entrance Examination
Your child will sit the Queensland Academies entrance test — an EduTest-based assessment with four components for Year 10 applicants: Verbal Reasoning, Numerical Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, and Mathematics. There is no writing task for Year 10 entry.
Attend an Interview (If Selected)
Top-performing candidates from the entrance test are invited to an interview. This is an opportunity for the academy to assess your child beyond the test — their creative interests, motivation, and suitability for the QACI environment.
Receive and Respond to Your Offer
If your child receives an offer, accept it within the specified timeframe. Begin preparing for the transition to Year 10 at QACI, including any orientation activities the academy provides.
Critical: Choose Your Campus Before Applying
Because you can only apply to one Queensland Academy per year, your campus choice is one of the most consequential decisions in this process. If your child has both creative and scientific interests, consider which is the stronger passion and where they would feel most at home. Our Queensland Academies preparation page includes guidance on making this choice.
The QACI Entrance Test Explained
The QACI entrance test is an EduTest-based assessment designed to evaluate academic aptitude across four key areas. For Year 10 applicants, there is no writing component — the test focuses entirely on reasoning and comprehension skills.
Four Test Components
1. Verbal Reasoning — 30 Questions, 30 Minutes Assesses vocabulary, verbal logic, analogies, and the ability to identify relationships between words and concepts. This component measures your child's capacity for language-based reasoning — recognising patterns in language, understanding subtle distinctions between words, and drawing logical conclusions from verbal information.
2. Numerical Reasoning — 30 Questions, 30 Minutes Evaluates mathematical reasoning, number patterns, sequences, and the ability to work with quantitative information logically. This is not a straightforward calculations test — it emphasises pattern recognition, logical deduction, and the ability to apply numerical concepts in unfamiliar contexts.
3. Reading Comprehension — 30 Questions, 30 Minutes Tests the ability to read, understand, and analyse written passages. Questions involve inference, identifying main ideas, understanding vocabulary in context, and evaluating an author's purpose. Strong readers who engage with a variety of text types will be well-prepared for this component.
4. Mathematics — 30 Questions, 30 Minutes A curriculum-aligned mathematics assessment covering content expected at the applicant's year level. Students should be confident with operations, fractions, decimals, percentages, geometry, measurement, algebra, and data interpretation.
For a detailed breakdown of how these components work, visit our Queensland Academies exam format guide.
QACI Year 10 Entrance Test Structure
Four components — 120 questions — 120 minutes total
Verbal Reasoning
Analogies, word relationships, verbal logic
Numerical Reasoning
Patterns, sequences, quantitative logic
Reading Comprehension
Inference, analysis, vocabulary in context
Mathematics
Curriculum-aligned maths at year level
Why No Writing Component?
Parents sometimes wonder why the Year 10 test does not include a writing task. The writing component is included for Year 7 applicants (QASMT only), but Year 10 entry across all three academies assesses aptitude through the four reasoning and comprehension components. The interview stage provides an additional opportunity for QACI to assess communication skills, creative thinking, and suitability for the academy's programme.
The Interview Process
After the entrance test, top-performing candidates are invited to an interview. This is a critical stage of the QACI selection process — and one that distinguishes it from many other selective school applications in Australia.
The interview gives QACI staff the opportunity to assess qualities that a written test cannot capture:
- Creative passion and engagement — Does your child genuinely care about creative work? Can they articulate what they love about their chosen creative discipline?
- Motivation and self-awareness — Why does your child want to attend QACI specifically? What do they hope to gain from the experience?
- Communication and presence — Can your child express their ideas clearly, listen thoughtfully, and engage in genuine conversation?
- Fit with the QACI community — Will your child thrive in a community of creative, academically capable peers?
The interview is not a test of creative skill or portfolio review. It is a conversation designed to assess whether the student is well-suited to the QACI environment and will contribute positively to the academy community.
Preparation tip: Encourage your child to reflect on their creative interests, any projects they have undertaken, and what excites them about working in a creative industries environment. Authenticity matters more than rehearsed answers.
How QACI Differs from QASMT and QAHS
Understanding how the three Queensland Academies differ is essential — especially given the one-application-per-year rule. Many families default to QASMT because of its reputation, but QACI may be the stronger fit for students whose talents are creative rather than purely scientific.
QACI vs QASMT vs QAHS — Key Differences
Compare the three Queensland Academies to find the right fit for your child
| Feature | Option 1 | Option 2 | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Location | Kelvin Grove, Brisbane (QACI) | Toowong, Brisbane (QASMT) / Gold Coast (QAHS) | QACI and QASMT both in Brisbane |
| University Partner | QUT — Creative Industries | UQ (QASMT) / Griffith (QAHS) | All three are leading Queensland universities |
| Academic Focus | Creative Industries: film, media, arts, music, design, writing | STEM (QASMT) / Health Sciences (QAHS) | Choose based on your child's passion |
| Year 7 Entry | No — Year 10 only | Yes for QASMT only / No for QAHS | Only QASMT offers Year 7 entry |
| Year 10 Test Components | Four components — no writing | Same four components — no writing | Identical test format for Year 10 |
| Interview Stage | Yes — for top performers | Yes — for top performers | All three include interviews |
| IB Arts Subjects | Strong arts offerings: Visual Arts, Film, Music, Theatre | Sciences emphasis (QASMT) / Health focus (QAHS) | QACI has the richest arts IB options |
| Campus Culture | Creative, collaborative, studio-based | STEM research (QASMT) / Clinical (QAHS) | Distinct cultures — visit to compare |
The most important distinction is cultural. QASMT students are immersed in scientific inquiry and mathematical problem-solving. QAHS students are immersed in health sciences and biomedical research. QACI students are immersed in creative practice — making, performing, designing, and storytelling. The IB Diploma provides the common academic framework, but the lived experience at each campus is genuinely different.
If your child lights up when talking about a film they watched, a design they created, or a story they are writing — rather than a maths problem they solved or a science experiment they conducted — QACI is likely the better fit.
Career Pathways from QACI
A common question from parents is: "What careers can my child actually pursue after studying creative industries?" The answer may be broader than you expect.
QACI graduates enter a wide range of fields, including:
- Film and Television — directing, producing, cinematography, screenwriting, editing, post-production
- Digital Media and Technology — UX/UI design, game design, interactive media, digital marketing, content creation
- Visual Arts and Curation — practising artist, gallery management, art direction, art therapy
- Music and Sound — performance, composition, sound engineering, music production, music education
- Design — graphic design, product design, architecture, interior design, fashion design
- Writing and Publishing — journalism, copywriting, editing, publishing, screenwriting, creative writing
- Theatre and Performance — acting, directing, dramaturgy, arts administration, event management
- Education and Academia — teaching in creative disciplines, arts research, cultural studies
- Entrepreneurship — creative agency founders, freelance practitioners, start-up leaders in creative technology
The IB Diploma ensures QACI graduates also hold a rigorous academic qualification that opens doors to any university course — including law, business, psychology, and other professional programmes. QACI does not limit career options; it adds a creative dimension that many employers and universities increasingly value.
"The creative industries are not a niche — they're one of Australia's fastest-growing economic sectors. Giving your child a strong creative foundation alongside academic rigour is an investment in their future, not a risk."
Queensland Academies Preparation Team
Preparing for QACI Entry
With 10–15 applicants competing for every place, preparation for QACI entry needs to be deliberate and sustained. While the entrance test does not assess creative skills directly, performing well on the four EduTest components is essential to reaching the interview stage.
QACI Preparation Timeline
Phase 1: Foundation Building
Objectives
- Establish baseline ability across all four test components
- Identify strengths and areas needing targeted work
Key Activities
- Complete a diagnostic assessment to benchmark verbal reasoning, numerical reasoning, reading comprehension, and mathematics
- Establish a daily reading habit — articles, editorials, fiction, and non-fiction to build comprehension and vocabulary
- Review and consolidate year-level mathematics concepts, addressing any gaps
- Begin regular verbal reasoning practice with analogies, synonyms, antonyms, and word relationships
- Explore BrainTree's Queensland Academies preparation resources for structured guidance
Phase 2: Skill Development
Objectives
- Build familiarity with EduTest-style question formats
- Strengthen weaker areas while maintaining existing strengths
Key Activities
- Work through structured practice materials aligned to EduTest question types
- Practise numerical reasoning with pattern recognition, sequences, and logical deduction problems
- Complete reading comprehension exercises with increasing text complexity and varied question types
- Focus on mathematical problem-solving — not just calculation but application of concepts
- Review incorrect answers systematically to identify recurring mistake patterns
Phase 3: Test Readiness
Objectives
- Build exam stamina and refine time management
- Simulate real test conditions
Key Activities
- Complete full-length practice tests under realistic timed conditions — 30 questions in 30 minutes per component
- Focus on time allocation — learn when to move on from difficult questions
- Practise the transition between component types to build mental flexibility
- Build confidence through regular, low-pressure review of progress
- Plan test-day logistics and establish a healthy routine for the testing period
Preparing for the Interview
If your child progresses to the interview stage, additional preparation is worthwhile:
- Reflect on creative interests — your child should be able to articulate what they love about their creative discipline and why
- Research QACI specifically — understand the academy's values, the QUT partnership, and the IB programme
- Practise conversational confidence — the interview is a discussion, not a test; your child should be comfortable speaking about their interests and aspirations
- Be authentic — rehearsed or generic answers are less compelling than genuine enthusiasm and self-awareness
For comprehensive preparation support, visit our Queensland Academies preparation course.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does QACI stand for?
QACI stands for Queensland Academy for Creative Industries. It is one of three Queensland Academies — government-funded selective schools delivering the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. QACI is located at Kelvin Grove in Brisbane and partnered with QUT.
Can my child enter QACI at Year 7?
No. QACI accepts students at Year 10 only. Year 10 serves as the pre-IB foundation year before students commence the IB Diploma in Year 11. QASMT is the only Queensland Academy that offers Year 7 entry.
Does the QACI entrance test include a writing component?
No. The Year 10 entrance test across all three Queensland Academies consists of four components: Verbal Reasoning (30 questions, 30 minutes), Numerical Reasoning (30 questions, 30 minutes), Reading Comprehension (30 questions, 30 minutes), and Mathematics (30 questions, 30 minutes). There is no writing task for Year 10 applicants.
How competitive is QACI entry?
QACI receives approximately 10–15 applicants for every available place. This makes it highly competitive. Strong performance across all four test components is necessary to be considered for the interview stage, and the interview itself is an additional selection hurdle.
Can I apply to both QACI and QASMT in the same year?
No. The Queensland Academies permit only one application per year across all three campuses. You must choose either QACI, QASMT, or QAHS — you cannot apply to more than one. For guidance on choosing between campuses, see our campus selection guide.
Does my child need a creative portfolio to apply to QACI?
The entrance test does not assess creative skills directly — it is an academic aptitude test. However, the interview stage allows candidates to discuss their creative interests and experiences. While a formal portfolio is not typically required, your child should be prepared to talk meaningfully about their creative work and aspirations.
Can my child transfer from QACI to QASMT after enrolling?
No. Transfers between Queensland Academies campuses are not permitted. Once your child enrols at QACI, they remain there for the duration of their studies. This makes the initial campus decision particularly important.
What is the application fee for QACI?
The application fee is $250 and is non-refundable, regardless of the outcome. This fee is the same across all three Queensland Academies.
Is QACI easier to get into than QASMT?
Not necessarily. While QASMT is more widely known, QACI is similarly competitive with 10–15 applicants per place. The entrance test is the same format for Year 10 entry at all three campuses. The key difference is the type of student each academy seeks — QACI looks for creative passion alongside academic ability. For more details, visit our Queensland Academies FAQ page.
What IB subjects can my child study at QACI?
QACI offers the full IB Diploma, including strong arts-focused subjects such as Visual Arts, Film, Music, and Theatre. Students also select subjects from other IB groups — sciences, mathematics, humanities, and languages — ensuring a broad, balanced education. The creative industries focus influences elective choices but does not replace core academic requirements.
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