Course Information

Master of Screen Studies

Effective from 01-JAN-2016 : Code L57

The Masters of Screen Studies program provides students with industry-level skills, a show-reel of production work and a strong analytical and theoretical foundation relating to digital screen production. Students are able to pursue a major area of specialisation from the following fields: producing, directing, screenwriting, cinematography, sound, editing and production design. Students may also elect a secondary area of specialisation. The course includes the professional production of six short dramas and documentaries, a web-series, music and corporate videos and client-based projects. A unique feature of the program is the relationship with the West Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA). Students in the WAAPA acting department as well as costume, design, lighting, sound and production management are involved in the production of the Academy film projects.

Disclaimer

This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.

Admission requirements

  • Into a 120 credit point Masters Degree, a Bachelor Honours degree in the same discipline; or
  • Into a 180 credit point Masters Degree, a Bachelor degree in the same discipline; or
  • Into a 180 credit point Masters Degree, a Bachelor Honours degree; or
  • Into a 240 credit point Masters Degree, a Bachelor degree; or
  • Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years appropriate professional experience.

Course Specific Admission Requirements

All applicants are required to provide a personal statement. A detailed CV should also be provided. Additionally applicants must attend an interview, and provide a showreel. It is desirable that all applicants have a completed undergraduate degree or equivalent 3 years industry experience, with equivalents considered. All applicants are required to provide a folio.

Course Duration

  • Full Time: 1.5 Years

Course Delivery

  • Mount Lawley: Full Time

Non standard timetable requirements

Students enrolling at the start of the year can elect to complete the course over 12 months or 18 months. Students choosing mid-year entry will be required to complete the course over 18 months.

Course Structure

Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
SCR5120Screen Studies 120
SCR5125Screen Studies 220
SCR5101Production Preparation20
SCR6100Specialist Workshop 120
SCR6105Screen Project: Client-Based20
SCR6110Screen Project: Drama20
SCR6150Specialist Workshop 220
SCR6115Screen Project: Multicam20
SCR6120Screen Project: Documentary20

Note: Students can apply to substitute SCR5125 Screen Studies 2 for Independent Study, in consultation with the Course Coordinator.


Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

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Course Information

Master of Screen Studies

Effective from 01-JUL-2016 : Code L57

The Masters of Screen Studies program provides students with industry-level skills, a show-reel of production work and a strong analytical and theoretical foundation relating to digital screen production. Students are able to pursue a major area of specialisation from the following fields: producing, directing, screenwriting, cinematography, sound, editing and production design. Students may also elect a secondary area of specialisation. The course includes the professional production of six short dramas and documentaries, a web-series, music and corporate videos and client-based projects. A unique feature of the program is the relationship with the West Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA). Students in the WAAPA acting department as well as costume, design, lighting, sound and production management are involved in the production of the Academy film projects.

Disclaimer

This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.

Admission requirements

  • Into a 120 credit point Masters Degree, a Bachelor Honours degree in the same discipline; or
  • Into a 180 credit point Masters Degree, a Bachelor degree in the same discipline; or
  • Into a 180 credit point Masters Degree, a Bachelor Honours degree; or
  • Into a 240 credit point Masters Degree, a Bachelor degree; or
  • Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years appropriate professional experience.

Course Specific Admission Requirements

All applicants are required to provide a personal statement. A detailed CV should also be provided. Additionally applicants must attend an interview, and provide a showreel, and have completed a related undergraduate degree or equivalent 3 years industry experience, with equivalents considered. Alternatively applicants can provide a folio.

Course Duration

  • Full Time: 1.5 Years

Course Delivery

  • Mount Lawley: Full Time

Non standard timetable requirements

Students enrolling at the start of the year can elect to complete the course over 12 months or 18 months. Students choosing mid-year entry will be required to complete the course over 18 months.

Course Structure

Year 1 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
SCR5120Screen Studies 120
SCR6100Specialist Workshop 120
SCR5101Production Preparation20
SCR6110Screen Project: Drama20
SCR6120Screen Project: Documentary20

NOTE: SCR5101, SCR6110 and SCR6120 are full year units that are taken over semester 1 and semester 2.

Year 1 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
SCR5125Screen Studies 220
SCR6105Screen Project: Client-Based20
SCR6115Screen Project: Multicam20
SCR6150Specialist Workshop 220

Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

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