Master of Film and Screen Arts

The Master of Film and Screen Arts covers core units in story development, scripting, directing, art design, cinematography, editing, and post-production, as well as a capstone unit comprising a major moving image project for public exhibition.

Applicants must submit a single PDF statement labelled with their name, containing: a link to a 1-2 minute personal video introducing themselves and their filmmaking interests; links to two or more screen works in which they performed a Key Creative Role (such as Writer, Director, Producer, Cinematographer, Editor, etc.); and one paragraph statement for each screen work explaining the work, their role, the challenges faced, and what they learned.

The closing date for Semester 1 is 31 January of the commencing year, and the closing date for Semester 2 is 15 July of the commencing year. Separate deadlines apply for scholarship applications.

Yes, students can choose between a research or professional development experience with the option to undertake a placement that interfaces directly with the creative industries.

For more information on the program structure, content, and units of study, you can refer to the Master of Film and Screen Arts section of the Arts and Social Sciences Handbook, and a sample course plan is also available to help you understand how the course might be structured.