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 6.0 | |
| 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.
UNITS OF COMPETENCY |
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| CUAPPR515 | Establish and maintain safe creative practice | |||
| CUAPPR411 | Realise a creative project | |||
| CUACAM411 | Shoot different screen content | |||
| CUAPOS411 | Edit digital content for fast turnaround | |||
| CUASOU410 | Record sound on location | |||
| CUAWRT402 | Write extended stories | |||
| CUAWRT512 | Develop storylines and treatments | |||
| CUAPPR411 | Make presentations | |||
| CUAPPR415 | Develop and discuss ideas for own creative work | |||
| CUAPPM512 | Realise production | |||
| CUADRT512 | Direct performers for screen productions | |||
| CUAPOS511 | Edit complex media productions | |||
| CUASOU417 | Edit sound | |||
| CUAIND512 | Enhance professional practice using creative arts industry knowledge | |||
| CUAIND412 | Provide freelance services | |||
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 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 |