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The University of Notre Dame Australia

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Bachelor of Arts (Major: Film & Screen Production)

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The Bachelor of Arts with a Film & Screen Production Major at Notre Dame University Australia equips emerging filmmakers with creative and artistic tools through a blend of theory and practical screen production studies. The program includes hands-on production classes and a comprehensive understanding of various genres.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
3 - 8 semesters full-time, 3 - 8 semesters part-time
Course Code
3009, 015324A
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb, Jul

About this course

Overview

Are you an emerging filmmaker? The Notre Dame University Australia's Bachelor of Arts with a Film & Screen Production Major will provide you with the creative and artistic tools necessary to become the best in your field. The major integrates theory and practice through an applied study of screen production. You will be immersed in hands-on production classes to expand your knowledge in a collaborative environment. Our program will guide you from introductory to advanced screen practices. We offer a range of courses to ensure a holistic understanding of the craft of screen production across several genres. Get in touch to find out more about this exciting degree.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

Entry requirements WA

Academic requirements for this program are outlined below. In addition, to be eligible for admission, all applicants need to satisfy the Minimum University Admission Requirements outlined. These include those relating to minimum age and English Language Proficiency. We also consider your application more broadly - your non-academic achievements (such as any previous leadership roles, volunteering, work, church and/or community involvement) as well as personal qualities - your aspirations and interests and your capacity to complete your chosen program. See Individual Factors for further details regarding this.

Applicants with recent Secondary Education

  • Indicative ATAR/Selection Rank* of 70
  • International Baccalaureate (IB) score of 25

*Selection Ranks include ATAR plus Adjustment Factors.

Applicants with Higher Education

  • Successful completion of 2 subjects at an undergraduate level or higher*
  • Successful completion of the Notre Dame Tertiary Pathway Program (TPP), or a tertiary preparation program from another institution that is deemed to be of a similar academic rigour to the Notre Dame TPP

* Applicants who have successfully completed subjects at another University, which are relevant to the selected program of study, may be eligible for credit (Advanced Standing).

Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) study

  • Successful completion of AQF Certificate IV or higher from an accredited provider such as TAFE or a Registered Training Organisation (RTO)

Applicants with Work and Life Experience

Applicants who left secondary education more than two years previously and who have not undertaken VET or higher education study since may be considered for direct entry. This includes applicants who have completed Steiner, Montessori or home school curriculums. To qualify, applicants must be 20 years of age as at 1 March in the year of intake and meet one or more of the following:

  • Applicants who have completed at least two years of relevant work experience may be considered for direct entry. Applicants must provide evidence of their work experience, including duties undertaken and years of experience, and they must demonstrate that they have the academic capability to undertake undergraduate studies. The Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) may be required*.
  • Completion of STAT with scores of at least 135 in the Multiple Choice section and 140 in the Written English section*.
  • Completion of two Year 12 WACE, HSC or equivalent exams, with a result equivalent to the Indicative ATAR/Selection Rank listed under Secondary Education section above.

*STAT results must have been obtained within the last three calendar years in order to be considered (e.g. for 2024 admission, STAT results obtained in 2023, 2022 or 2021 can be considered).

Entry requirements NSW

Academic requirements for this program are outlined below. In addition, to be eligible for admission, all applicants need to satisfy the Minimum University Admission Requirements outlined. These include those relating to minimum age and English Language Proficiency. We also consider your application more broadly - your non-academic achievements (such as any previous leadership roles, volunteering, work, church and/or community involvement) as well as personal qualities - your aspirations and interests and your capacity to complete your chosen program. See Individual Factors for further details regarding this.

Applicants with recent Secondary Education

  • Prescribed ATAR/Selection Rank*
  • Equivalent International Baccalaureate (IB) score

*Selection Ranks include ATAR plus Adjustment Factors.

Applicants with Higher Education

  • Successful completion of 2 subjects at an undergraduate level or higher*
  • Successful completion of the Notre Dame Tertiary Pathway Program (TPP), or a tertiary preparation program from another institution that is deemed to be of a similar academic rigour to the Notre Dame TPP

*Applicants who have successfully completed subjects at another University, which are relevant to the selected program of study, may be eligible for credit (Advanced Standing).

Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) study

  • Successful completion of AQF Certificate IV or higher from an accredited provider such as TAFE or a Registered Training Organisation (RTO)

Applicants with Work and Life Experience

Applicants who left secondary education more than two years previously and who have not undertaken VET or higher education study since may be considered for direct entry. This includes applicants who have completed Steiner, Montessori or home school curriculums. To qualify, applicants must be 20 years of age as at 1 March in the year of intake and meet one or more of the following:

  • Applicants who have completed at least two years of relevant work experience may be considered for direct entry. Applicants must provide evidence of their work experience, including duties undertaken and years of experience, and they must demonstrate that they have the academic capability to undertake undergraduate studies. The Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) may be required*.
  • Completion of STAT with scores of at least 150 in the Multiple Choice section **and** 150 in the Written English section*.
  • Completion of two Year 12 WACE, HSC or equivalent exams, with a result equivalent to the Indicative ATAR/Selection Rank listed under Secondary Education section above.

*STAT results must have been obtained within the last three calendar years in order to be considered (e.g. for 2024 admission, STAT results obtained in 2023, 2022 or 2021 can be considered).

Study locations

Sydney

Fremantle

What you will learn

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Arts graduates will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate broad theoretical and practical knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts of one or more disciplines or practice areas
  2. Identify appropriate sources and evaluate information
  3. Demonstrate an awareness of different conceptual approaches and/or research methods
  4. Demonstrate the technical skills, professional skills and ethical practice required by one or more disciplines
  5. Synthesise knowledge and apply skills in order to solve complex problems
  6. Communicate arguments and/or ideas in a range of forms
  7. Work independently and, where appropriate, in collaboration with others; and
  8. Reflect upon personal knowledge, skills and experiences.

Career pathways

Graduates of this program can follow diverse career paths in the private and public sectors; many employers will welcome the transferable skills. The following careers are open to graduates of this program: screenwriting, film production, project management and post-production in film and television production, advertising, broadcasting, corporate communications or digital media production.

Course structure

Program summary

Students will complete the following courses:

  • COMM1060 Media and Society
  • COMM1210 Introduction to Screen Production
  • COMM2030 Language of Film
  • COMM2150 Screen Production: Skills and Practice

Plus at least one of the following capstone courses:

  • COMM3260 Advanced Screen Production: Documentary
  • COMM3270 Advanced Screen Production: Drama

Students must complete one of the following courses:

  • COMM3300 Documentary Studies
  • COMM3620 World Cinema
  • COMM3630 Australian Cinema

Plus three of the following courses to make an 8-course major:

  • COMM1420 Introduction to Journalism
  • COMM1060 Media and Society **
  • COMM1000 Digital Photography (Fremantle)
  • COMM2020 Screenwriting
  • COMM2003 Screen Performance (Fremantle)
  • COMM2040 Digital Cultures (Sydney)
  • COMM2300 Digital Media Production (Sydney)
  • COMM3050 Media Ethics and Law **
  • COMM3090 Adaptation Studies (Fremantle)
  • COMM3260 Advanced Screen Production: Documentary
  • COMM3270 Advanced Screen Production: Drama
  • COMM3300 Documentary Studies
  • COMM3620 World Cinema
  • COMM3630 Australian Cinema
  • ARTS3002 Internship or Professional Project
  • HIST2017 Screening History and the Politics of Moving Pictures (Sydney)
  • THTR3090 Fundamentals of Directing

****Bachelor of Communications and Media students** will complete COMM3050 and COMM1060 in the Core component of their degree and will undertake additional Film electives to complete their Major.

Core Curriculum
  • CORE I: Foundations of Wisdom
  • CORE II: Elective
    • Electives in philosophy and\or theology
    • Professional embedded electives that integrate studies in a profession with philosophy and\or theology
    • An option to undertake a pilgrimage embedded in the study of the philosophy and theology of pilgrimage, e.g., World Youth Day
    • An option to undertake a course that integrates philosophy & theology with community service and charity work
    • An option to undertake an elective in philosophy, theology, and the liberal arts contained within an international experience

Credit for prior study or work

Applicants who have successfully completed subjects at another University, which are relevant to the selected program of study, may be eligible for credit (Advanced Standing).

How to apply

To apply, visit the official website and follow the application instructions provided for domestic and international students. For further assistance, contact the Prospective Student Office or the International Office.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Communications courses at The University of Notre Dame Australia.
87.5%
Overall satisfaction
87.5%
Skill scale
77.1%
Teaching scale
54.9%
Employed full-time
$51.3k
Average salary