Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media - Film and Television
The Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media focusing on Film and Television provides in-depth knowledge of the filmmaking production process and related screen and media practices. Students engage in the process of conceptualisation, technical production and final delivery on a number of projects including short film, music video, documentary and alternative screen media.
This hands-on curriculum is designed to reflect real-world industry environments and employability skillsets while encouraging students to explore their own creativity and passions.It’s happening!
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Duration
1 year full-time
Intakes
Hawthorn (March) - View application and start dates
Study mode
- Full-time
VTAC course codes
- 3400278984
Animation (fee type determined by provider) - 3400278064
Film and Television (fee type determined by provider)

This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.
Course information in detail
- Course detail, course structure and units of study.
Course description
Year 12 applicants will typically apply for the Diploma of Screen and Media - Film and Television, structured to provide students with basic knowledge of film and television production, and then progress to the Advanced Diploma, designed to further develop and refine one's knowledge and skills in the following key areas: cinematography; producing and production planning; editing and post-production; script writing and development; directing.
Course structure
Units of study
Establish and maintain safe creative practice (CUAPPR505)
Evolve ideas for professional creative work (CUAPPR605)
Engage in the business of creative practice (CUAPPR603)
Elective units
Careers and graduate outcomes
- Career opportunities and course aims and objectives.
Career opportunities
Aims and objectives

Pathways and scholarships
- Pathways, credit transfer, recognition of prior learning and scholarships.
Course fees and requirements
- Fees, entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.
Course fees
A VET Student Loan is available for this course – allowing you to defer part of your fees if you're eligible.
Please note: The maximum VET Student Loan amount for this course is $10,342. You must start repaying this loan once you earn above the compulsory repayment threshold.
Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media - Film and TelevisionEstimated course fees for 2019* |
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For students who are not granted a Skills First government-subsidised place | For students who are granted a Skills First government-subsidised place | |
You will need to pay this amount if you do not receive a VET Student Loan | $16,070 | $10,250 |
You will need to pay this amount if you do receive a VET Student Loan | $5,728 | Fully Covered |
If you’re deemed eligible, you could be granted a Skills First government-subsidised place when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.
This course is delivered with state government funding.
Indicative nominal course hours: 970.
Entry requirements
Applicants are required to submit a portfolio of their work along with the application for this course. Portfolios must be presented at an on-campus presentation session.
How to apply
Find out more
Tel: 1300 SWINBURNE
Training Organisation Identifier (TOID): 3059