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COURSE SUMMARY
| Qualification / Award | Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media |  |
| Length | 1 year full-time (2 Semesters) | |
| Units of Competency | 16 Units of Competency | |
| Delivery | On Campus at Waterloo Studios | |
| Available to | Domestic / International | |
| ATAR |
N/A | |
| Course Accreditation | CRICOS (03361F) | |
| Financial Information | Course Fees Page | |
| IELTS | Level 6.0 | |
| Application Process | Apply Online |
CUA60615 Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media deepens your creative and technical skills, and prepares you for entry into the industry.
One year full time – two semesters of 20 weeks each
The Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media is an intensive one-year program designed to build on the foundational skills acquired in the Diploma of Screen and Media, with a focus on preparing students for professional roles in the film industry. The course emphasises the development of advanced technical and creative filmmaking skills across various disciplines, including directing, cinematography, screenwriting, editing, sound design, and production design.
You will be able to work collaboratively in a production company environment alongside your classmates, simulating real-world filmmaking experiences.
Throughout their training, students train and gain in experience in multiple film production disciplines including:
- Advanced Production Management
- Advanced Directing for Screen
- Advanced Screenwriting
- Advanced Cinematography
- Advanced Sound Recording, Editing and Mixing
- Advanced Editing and Post-Production
- Screen Industry and Career Planning
UNITS OF COMPETENCY
To successfully complete the CUA60615 Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media qualification, you must complete 16 units of competency.
UNITS OF COMPETENCY |
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| CUAIND611 | Work professionally in the creative arts industry | |||
| CUAPPR515 | Establish and maintain safe creative practice | |||
| CUAPPR613 | Engage in the business of creative practice | |||
| CUAPPR615 | Evolve ideas for professional creative work | |||
| CUAPPR611 | Originate a body of independent creative work | |||
| CUAPPR612 | Collaborate in professional creative projects | |||
| CUADRT611 | Establish creative vision for screen productions | |||
| BSBCRT512 | Originate and develop concepts | |||
| BSBCRT611 | Apply critical thinking for complex problem-solving | |||
| BSBTWK601 | Develop and maintain strategic business networks | |||
| BSBPEF501 | Manage personal and professional development | |||
| BSBSTR602 | Develop organisational strategies | |||
| BSBSTR801 | Lead innovative thinking and practice | |||
| CUAPOS511 | Edit complex media productions | |||
| BSBPMG430 | Undertake project work | |||
| CUAMWB401 | Develop and implement own self-care plan in the creative industries | |||
COURSE OVERVIEW
TV PILOT (5 WEEKS)
You will collaborate to build a fully functional TV film set under the guidance of an experienced TV Producer and Production Designer. The project simulates a real-world TV production, with you participating in every stage, from rehearsals and technical runs to filming. You will edit their own version of the pilot. The budget allocated for this project is $1,000.
SYDNEY STORIES (MAJOR PROJECT)
Working as a film production company, you’ll work with your classmates to create three 23-minute films connected by a common theme: Sydney. Each film will have a budget of $1,000, and the production companies will be responsible for handling pre-production, filming, and post-production. You will have three different specialisations across the films, allowing you to gain in-depth knowledge and experience in your chosen fields. This project includes a 7-day shoot for each film, followed by a week for pick-ups, and in post-production, you’ll focus on editing, visual effects, and film marketing (including press kits, trailers, and networking).
FINAL SCREENING AND GRADUATION
Once your films are completed, each will undergo a professional sound mix and colour grade, and all your hard work will culminate in a screening at the Ritz Cinema on the big screen for your graduation.
Advanced Diploma graduates have exceptional employment rates in the industry.
Advanced Diploma graduates may apply for an exclusive exchange scholarship with, the École Superieure des Études Cinematographiques (in Paris).
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS & APPLICATION SUBMISSION
Applicants must have a suitable level of academic skills in order to study in an Advanced Diploma course.
To gain entry into this Advanced Diploma, students must first successfully graduate with the Diploma of Screen and Media from Sydney Film School.
If you have any questions about our school or course, please feel free to get in touch. If you are eager to pursue a filmmaking career, then Sydney Film School is the place for you.
COURSE CALENDAR
CUA60615 ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF SCREEN AND MEDIA
COURSE CALENDAR FOR STUDENTS COMMENCING IN JANUARY 2025
FILM 1 |
SEMESTER START |
| O WEEK, TUES, 21 JANUARY 25 | |
| TUES, 28 JANUARY 25 | |
| CENSUS DATE – 17 FEBRUARY 25 | |
| MID SEMESTER BREAK – SAT, 5 APRIL 25 – SUN, 13 APRIL 25 | |
| CENSUS DATE – 2 JUNE 25 | |
| SEMESTER FINISH | |
| FRI 20 JUNE 25 |
SEMESTER BREAK |
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| SAT, 21 JUNE 25 – SUN, 13 JULY 25 | |
FILM 2 |
SEMESTER START |
| MON, 14 JULY 25 | |
| CENSUS DATE – 15 SEPTEMBER 25 | |
| MID SEMESTER BREAK – SAT, 20 SEPTEMBER 25 – SUN, 28 SEPTEMBER 25 | |
| SEMESTER FINISH | |
| FRI, 12 DECEMBER 25 | |
| GRADUATION CEREMONY – THURS, 12 DECEMBER 24 |