The Centre for Creative and Cultural Research is founded on two, closely related premises. Firstly, creativity arises from a deep engagement with the culture from which it emerges. Secondly, culture is inherently creative. The truth of these premises is most apparent in the work of our First Nations research staff, who simultaneously curate and create culture.

The architects, archaeologists, builders, designers, dramatists, heritage practitioners, novelists, painters, playspace-makers and poets who work with us likewise draw their work from a deep engagement with the societies and disciplines they inhabit. We repair, renew, explore and create, in equal measure.  

Please come to our many events, enrol in our short courses, and engage in our Culture and Creativity seminars every Thursday during semester. All welcome! 

• Contribute to the UC’s strategic plan by producing problem-solving research focused on creativity, resilience and sustainability,
• Build a rich and vibrant research environment that fosters excellence,
• Build financial sustainability and scalable research activities,
• Generate high impact/quality traditional and non-traditional research outputs,
• Provide training and mentorship to academic staff of high potential,
• Provide innovative research training for research students, and
• Build productive and impact-oriented research relationships with communities and organisations locally, nationally and internationally.