Study a postgraduate course in Screen and Media Production

Overview

Develop an understanding of screen and media production and post-production skills, research and writing skills in screen studies, and a practical understanding of professional activities.

In addition, the Master of Screen and Media Production provides you with in-depth knowledge of a specific area of screen production, obtained through a combination of coursework and research, vocational knowledge and skills in the fields of screen studies, and increased specialisation within a systematic and coherent body of knowledge relating to documentary filmmaking, digital media and screen studies.

You will learn skills in a range of commonly employed documentary production practices, including project research, scriptwriting, production and post-production techniques.

You will gain knowledge and skills to undertake research into documentary and short film subjects, write scripts for documentaries and apply technical skills in the production of documentaries.

There are opportunities to study abroad and some topics are offered intensively.

Courses

Graduate Diploma in Screen and Media Production

Duration: 1 year

Delivery mode:
In person

Location:
Bedford Park

Availability:
Full-time
Part-time

Start dates:
March

SATAC code: 2GD073

Annual indicative fees (2023):
$28,728 (Full fee paying)

Further information on fees listed

Master of Screen and Media Production (Basic level entry)

Duration: 2 years

Delivery mode:
In person

Location:
Bedford Park

Availability:
Full-time
Part-time

Start dates:
March

SATAC code: 2CM118

Annual indicative fees (2023):
$28,728 (Full fee paying)

Further information on fees listed

Master of Screen and Media Production (Advanced level entry)

Duration: 1 year

Delivery mode:
In person

Location:
Bedford Park

Availability:
Full-time
Part-time

Start dates:
March

SATAC code: 2CM151

Annual indicative fees (2023):
$28,728 (Full fee paying)

Further information on fees listed

Courses

Graduate Diploma in Screen and Media Production

Duration: 1 year

Delivery mode:
In person

Location:
Bedford Park

Start dates:
March

CRICOS code: 071844A

Annual fees:
2023: $35,900

Further information on fees listed

Master of Screen and Media Production (Basic level entry)

Duration: 2 years

Delivery mode:
In person

Location:
Bedford Park

Availability:
Full-time

Start dates:
March

CRICOS code: 071845M

Annual fees:
2023: $35,900

Further information on fees listed

Master of Screen and Media Production (Advanced level entry)

Duration: 1 year

Delivery mode:
In person

Location:
Bedford Park

Availability:
Full-time

Start dates:
March

CRICOS code: 085903B

Annual fees:
2023: $35,900

Further information on fees listed

Your career

Potential occupations include:

presenter
broadcaster
filmmaker
documentary video producer
content strategist
media advisor
multimedia researcher
production coordinator
video journalist

Potential employers include:

the public service (eg, media and public affairs units)
community groups
education media
film and TV production companies
publishers
advertising
arts organisations.

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Events

“Flinders has the best teachers. They are not only professional but also very caring. They support me in many ways, including filming techniques and personal wellbeing. They are so willing to help when there is a need. I love them."

Weiwei Li,

“The professional film gear and powerful facilities covering the whole workflow from production to post-production help us create and complete the films. PG Screen and Media is a really thorough degree that made me a more confident professional. I aim to be a cinematographer, a screenwriter and a film director. With Flinders’ help, I have gained comprehensive knowledge, developed skills and good connections to step into the film industry as a qualified and resourceful filmmaker."

Sida Xie,

Turning dreams into reality with Flinders film student Yi Xu

Yi has held a fascination with film and documentaries since she was little, and is determined to make her mark by studying a Master of Screen and Media Production.

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What you will study

You will learn skills in a range of commonly employed documentary production practices, including project research, scriptwriting, production and post-production techniques. You will gain knowledge and skills to undertake research into documentary subjects, write scripts for documentaries and apply technical skills in the production of documentaries. You will also develop the ability to collaborate with peers on screen production projects and gain some knowledge that may be applied to screen productions. Topics cover areas such as production, post-production, research and writing, non-fiction form and ethics, and 3D animation and the screen.

Practical experience

Students have the opportunity to undertake a practicum.

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Graduate Diploma in Screen and Media Production

Master of Screen and Media Production (Basic level entry)

Master of Screen and Media Production (Advanced level entry)

Entry requirements

Graduate Diploma

Applicants to the Graduate Diploma in Screen and Media Production must normally hold an approved degree or equivalent qualification from an approved tertiary institution.

Masters

Applicants to the Master of Screen and Media Production must normally hold an approved bachelor degree in any discipline. Applicants to the Master of Screen and Media Production (1 year) must normally hold the Graduate Diploma in Screen and Media Production or an honours degree in screen and media production.

How to apply

Select your preferred course.

Check entry requirements.

Check individual course entries on SATAC for information on important dates.

Apply online at SATAC.

Entry requirements

Graduate Diploma

Applicants to the Graduate Diploma in Screen and Media Production must normally hold an approved degree or equivalent qualification from an approved tertiary institution.

Masters

Applicants to the Master of Screen and Media Production must normally hold an approved bachelor degree in any discipline. Applicants to the Master of Screen and Media Production (1 year) must normally hold the Graduate Diploma in Screen and Media Production or an honours degree in screen and media production.

English language requirements