Bachelor of Film and Television
Blended learning – on-campus and digital learning
This course has been discontinued - this course is closed for new enrolments, the information on this page is provided for continuing students.
The Bachelor of Film and Television is a three-year full-time course. In consultation with industry, the course includes the latest knowledge and technology focused on the future direction of film, television and digital media.
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VTAC codes
- 3400236321 (CSP)
- 3400236323 (IFP)
Student experience
Marli shares her story of being nominated for an award at a short film festival during her first year of study. After this success, she travelled to Antarctica with National Geographic and Air New Zealand.
We'll provide you with real-world support at Swinburne.
My course is very interactive. Working alongside other creative, talented students has been a privilege. A highlight was travelling to Newcastle in the UK on exchange where I learned about how culture plays such an important part in the growth of our creativity.
Nicole
Bachelor of Film and Television
Graduate achievement
EMERGING CINEMATOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR
Bachelor of Film and Television graduate Josh Farmelo has been awarded the 2015 John Leake Award for Cinematography at the Australian Cinematographers Society National Awards. The award includes a $3000 grant and Josh's win marks the third time in the last five years that a Swinburne alumnus has been named its winner.
Course details
- Course structure, work integrated learning, career opportunities and professional recognition.
Course structure
Successful completion of the Bachelor of Film and Television requires students to complete units of study to the value of 300 credit points. All units of study are valued at 12.5 credit points unless otherwise stated.
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Documentary Production | FTV10001 | 12.5 |
| Production Management | FTV10002 | 12.5 |
| Screen Literacy and Contemporary Cinema | FTV10003 | 12.5 |
| Scriptwriting and Directing: Short Narrative Film | FTV10004 | 12.5 |
| Sound Design and Acquisition | FTV10005 | 12.5 |
| Genre and the Moving Image | FTV10006 | 12.5 |
| Postproduction and Editing | FTV10007 | 12.5 |
| Production Techniques | FTV10008 | 12.5 |
| Cinematography and Lighting: Film Production | FTV20002 | 12.5 |
| Cinematography and Lighting: Broadcast Video | FTV20004 | 12.5 |
| The Australian Screen | FTV20005 | 12.5 |
| Digital Postproduction Techniques | FTV20007 | 12.5 |
| Scriptwriting and Directing: Non-Fiction Production | FTV20010 | 12.5 |
| Scriptwriting and Directing: Short Film Production | FTV20011 | 12.5 |
| Film and Tv Research Prjct: Advanced Prdctn Outcomes | FTV30002 | 25 |
| Advanced Postproduction and Digital Outcomes | FTV30003 | 12.5 |
| Film and Television Research Project: Development | FTV30004 | 12.5 |
| Hollywood Cinema | FTV30005 | 12.5 |
| Scriptwriting & Directing: Major Film and Tv Productions | FTV30008 | 12.5 |
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Other studies
5 units (50 credit points)
Choose from a combination of the following course components to complete 50 credit points of other study. Students may also select elective units (12.5 credit points each).
Work Integrated Learning
Swinburne's Work Integrated Learning program provides additional opportunities for you to gain valuable skills and real industry experience in the form of placements, internships or study tours - all while earning credit towards your degree.
Choose a Work Integrated Learning option:
You'll get paid to work in an area related to your field of study for 12 months, where you'll combine hands-on learning with academic submissions, workplace reflection and feedback from your host organisation. Most students undertake their placements in the third year of their degree, so you’ll want to map out your electives as soon as you can and register for a placement at least 6 months before your preferred start date.
The Professional Placement co-major has four 25 credit point units.
Professional Placement in Film and Television
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Work Experience in Industry A | WEI20001 | 25 |
| Integrated Professional Placement A - Film and Television | FTV20018 | 25 |
| Work Experience in Industry B | WEI20002 | 25 |
| Integrated Professional Placement B - Film and Television | FTV20019 | 25 |
You'll get paid to work in an area related to your field of study for 6 months, where you'll combine hands-on learning with academic submissions, workplace reflection and feedback from your host organisation. Most students undertake their placements in the third year of their degree, so you’ll want to map out your electives as soon as you can and register for a placement at least 6 months before your preferred start date.
The Professional Placement minor has two 25 credit point units.
Professional Placement in Film and Television
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Work Experience in Industry A | WEI20001 | 25 |
| Integrated Professional Placement A - Film and Television | FTV20018 | 25 |
A Professional Internship is all about gaining valuable real-world skills in your area of study all while earning credit points towards your degree. Plus, it looks great on your CV as it shows you’ve had real industry experience before you’ve even graduated!
You might choose to complete your internship part-time over a semester or in a more intensive block during Summer or Winter terms.
Travel overseas, discover other cultures, enrich your professional experience and enhance your CV all while gaining credit towards your course.
- Full-time study: 100 credit points/eight standard units of study per year
- Part-time study: 50 credit points/four standard units of study per year
- One credit point is equivalent to one hour of study per week per semester (including contact hours and private study)
- See the course planner for an example degree structure
Career opportunities
You may wish to explore a career in scriptwriting, directing, cinematography, editing or sound design with the opportunity to work in film production companies, post-production facilities and freelance production roles within the film and television industry. A diverse range of opportunities for graduates may also be found in advertising agencies, online content providers, broadcast networks and television studios.
Professional recognition
On completion of this qualification students may be eligible to become members of the following industry bodies and should confirm their eligibility with the association: Australian Cinematographers Society (ACS); Australian Directors Guild (ADG); Australian Screen Editors Guild ASE); Australian Writers Guild (AWG); Screen Producers Association of Australia (SPAA).
Fees
Find out more about fees.
Scholarships
At Swinburne scholarships are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students.
How to enter this course
- Entry requirements, credit transfer and recognition of prior learning.