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Bachelor of Screen Production (259MS.1)
Please note these are the 2013 details for this course
| Selection rank | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
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| 3.0 years | |||
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | UAC code |
| Faculty of Arts and Design | Discipline of Creative and Cultural Practice |
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| Fees | English language requirements | ||
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English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Selection rank
The selection rank is the minimum ATAR plus adjustment factors required for admission to the program in the previous year. This is an indicative guide only as ranks change each year depending on demand.
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Students enrolled in a Commonwealth Support Place (CSP) are required to make a contribution towards the cost of their education, which is set by the Commonwealth Government. Information on Commonwealth Supported Places, HECS-HELP and how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
| Academic entry requirements | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
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| 3.0 years | |||
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | CRICOS code |
| Faculty of Arts and Design | Discipline of Creative and Cultural Practice |
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| Fees | English language requirements | ||
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View requirements | ||
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Information on how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Academic entry requirements
To study at UC, you’ll need to meet our academic entry requirements and any admission requirements specific to your course. Please read your course admission requirements below. To find out whether you meet UC’s academic entry requirements, visit our academic entry requirements page.
The Bachelor of Screen Production explores the craft of film making while examining business issues related to the creative arts industry. Subjects are organised into five strands of study - the screen industry, production design, production techniques, writing for the screen and business. The skills you will develop include cinematography, lighting, sound, special effects, direction, scriptwriting, production planning and promotion. It provides students with sophisticated knowledge, skills and abilities to produce advanced creative works, and equips them to find work in the constantly changing media industries. Students must select a major in either animation or live action and complete the prescribed sequence of units from that major. Subject to Government approval, Commonwealth Supported Places will be available for this course.
Professional accreditation
None.
Applicants must meet normal University requirements for admission to an undergraduate course or hold qualifications deemed to be equivalent.
Additional admission requirements
Applicants must attend an interview, at which they are required to:
- Present a folio of work and any other materials that indicate an aptitude for design, drawing and problem solving; and
- Demonstrate a high level of presentation and communication skills.
Assumed knowledge
None.
Periods course is open for new admissions
This course is not open for new admissions.
Credit arrangements
There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy.
Bachelor of Screen Production (259MS) | 69 credit points
In addition to course requirements, in order to successfully complete your course you must meet the inherent requirements. Please refer to the inherent requirements statement applicable to your course
UC Melbourne - Waverley Campus
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UC Metropolitan South Institute of TAFE
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Course duration
Standard six semesters full-time or equivalent. Maximum twenty semesters.
Learning outcomes
| Learning outcomes | Related graduate attributes |
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| On completing the course students should be able to: - Investigate and analyse current trends in the screen industry and related technology; - Identify opportunities for on-going learning to maintain currency within the screen production industry; - Complete a critical analysis or exegesis of short films; - Collaborate successfully with fellow filmmakers and directors on the post production phase of a documentary, drama or experimental short film. |
Analysis and enquiry Communication Working independently and with others Problem Solving |
| On completing the course students should be able to: - Critically analyse the history of the moving image and emerging film movements; - Critically evaluate scripting procedures and practices; - Demonstrate historical knowledge of and skills in creating visual narrative; - Design content for a range of emerging media formats; - Establish procedures for overseeing production budgets, casting, productions schedules and various business arrangements. |
Analysis and enquiry Professionalism and social responsibility Working independently and with others Problem Solving |
| On completing the course students should be able to: - Demonstrate design, critical thinking and problem solving skills in the production and editing of live action or digital animation visual narratives; - Exhibit good communication skills in the management of personnel and business relationships. |
Analysis and enquiry Communication Working independently and with others Problem Solving |
| The course will integrate theoretical and practical knowledge of specific areas within the Screen Production industry including: - History, theory and analysis of the film industry and the media at international and local levels; - Screen Industry organisations, business structures and film promotion; - Legal and copyright issues relating to film and media; - Pre-production, production and post-production requirements. |
Analysis and enquiry |
Majors
Awards
| Award | Official abbreviation |
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| Bachelor of Screen Production | B ScreenProd |
Honours
High performing students may be eligible for entry into the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) course offered at the UC Canberra campus.
Enquiries
| Student category | Contact details |
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| Prospective Students | Please telephone: 1800 864 226. |
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