FILM AND TELEVISION FOCUS
COURSE SUMMARY
| Qualification / Award | Diploma of Screen and Media |  |
| Length | 1 years full-time (2 semesters) | |
| Units of Competency | 15 Units of Competency | |
| Delivery | On Campus at Waterloo Studios and Online where applicable | |
| Available to | Domestic / International | |
| ATAR |
N/A | |
| Course Accreditation | CRICOS (107217E) | |
| Financial Information | Course Fees Page | |
| IELTS | Level 5.5 | |
| Application Process | Apply Online |
CUA51020 Diploma of Screen and Media is a one year practical, hands-on introductory course, where students experience the multiple disciplines of filmmaking and screen production.
This full-time course, comprising of semesters of 20 weeks each, enables students to work across a slate of scripted narrative and documentary film productions. In this real-world production environment, students learn screen storytelling techniques, production craft, and technical skills, under training by passionate industry-qualified tutors. Students are trained in professional approaches to development, pre-production, production, post-production and distribution, and the technical craft of camera, lighting, grip, sound and editing equipment, as well as gaining a wide range of experience in all key crew roles across a range of screen production projects.
Throughout their training, students train and gain in experience in multiple film production disciplines including:
- Production Management
- Directing for Screen
- Screenwriting
- Cinematography
- Sound Recording, Editing and Mixing
- Editing and Post-Production
- Screen Industry and Career Planning
UNITS OF COMPETENCY
To successfully complete the CUA51020 Diploma of Screen and Media qualification, you must complete 15 units of competency. The February 2022 units are outlined in the table below:
UNITS OF COMPETENCY |
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| CUACAM411 | Shoot different screen content | |||
| CUADRT512 | Direct performers for screen productions | |||
| CUADRT511 | Direct rehearsals of performers | |||
| CUADRT411 | Direct television programs and segments | |||
| CUAPOS412 | Manage media assets | |||
| CUAPOS511 | Edit complex media productions | |||
| CUADIG518 | Refine digital art techniques | |||
| CUAPPR411 | Realise a creative project | |||
| CUAPPR515 | Establish and maintain safe creative practice | |||
| BSBPMG430 | Undertake project work | |||
| CUAPPM416 | Coordinate media production services and resources | |||
| CUAIND512 | Enhance professional practice using creative arts industry knowledge | |||
| CUAIND412 | Provide freelance services | |||
| CUAWRT415 | Write narration and material for productions | |||
| CUAWRT512 | Develop storylines and treatments | |||
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS & APPLICATION SUBMISSION
Applicants must have a suitable level of academic, numeracy and literacy skills in order to study in a Diploma course.
To apply for this course you must complete our filmmaking application. Shortly after you submit your application one of Sydney Film School’s friendly staff will then be in contact with you to arrange your initial tour and interview dates too.
If you have any questions about our school or course certainly 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
CUA51020 DIPLOMA OF SCREEN AND MEDIA
COURSE CALENDAR FOR STUDENTS COMMENCING IN JANUARY 2023
FILM 1 |
SEMESTER START |
| O WEEK, MON, 23 JANUARY 23 | |
| MON, 30 JANUARY 23 | |
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CENSUS DATE – 20 FEBRUARY 23 |
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| MID SEMESTER BREAK – FRI, 7 APRIL 23 – SUN, 16 APRIL 23 | |
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CENSUS DATE – 1 JUNE 23 |
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| SEMESTER FINISH | |
| THURS, 22 JUNE 23 |
SEMESTER BREAK |
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| FRI, 22 JUNE 23 – SUN, 16 JULY 23 | |
FILM 2 |
SEMESTER START |
| MON, 17 JULY 23 | |
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CENSUS DATE – 20 SEPTEMBER 23 |
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| MID SEMESTER BREAK – FRI, 22 SEPTEMBER 23 – SUN, 1 OCTOBER 23 | |
| SEMESTER FINISH | |
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THURS, 7 DECEMBER 23 GRADUATION CEREMONY – TUES, 12 DECEMBER 23 |
COURSE CALENDAR FOR STUDENTS COMMENCING IN JANUARY 2024
FILM 1 |
SEMESTER START |
| O WEEK, TUES, 23 JANUARY 24 | |
| MON, 29 JANUARY 24 | |
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CENSUS DATE – 19 FEBRUARY 24 |
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| MID SEMESTER BREAK – SAT, 6 APRIL 24 – SUN, 14 APRIL 24 | |
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CENSUS DATE – 3 JUNE 24 |
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| SEMESTER FINISH | |
| FRI, 21 JUNE 24 |
SEMESTER BREAK |
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| SAT, 22 JUNE 24 – SUN, 14 JULY 24 | |
FILM 2 |
SEMESTER START |
| MON, 15 JULY 24 | |
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CENSUS DATE – 16 SEPTEMBER 24 |
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| MID SEMESTER BREAK – SAT, 21 SEPTEMBER 24 – SUN, 29 SEPTEMBER 24 | |
| SEMESTER FINISH | |
| FRI, 6 DECEMBER 24 | |
| GRADUATION CEREMONY – THURS, 12 DECEMBER 24 |