Start your career and improve your skills with this screen and media qualification, this course is ideal for creative thinking people seeking employment in the film, television, graphic design and interactive media industries. You can start with our Diploma of Screen and Media then continue into our CUA60620 Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media
Job Opportunities
- 3D Modeler and Animator
- Web Designer
- Graphic Designer
- Video Editor
- Independent Filmmaker
- Compositor
- Motion Graphic Artist
- Production Assistant
- Camera Operator
Course Outcome
Students successfully completing this course will receive the CUA51020 Diploma of Screen and Media
CRICOS Code: 106647B
Pathway
Successful completion of this course will enable you to enrol in the CUA60620 Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media. The Diploma of Screen and Media may be used for entrance into a degree course in the higher education sector. Entrance requirements and exemptions vary with course and university. Please find more information regarding ACDC’s pathway Universities here.
Ways to study
Studying at ACDC’s Melbourne campus is a great way to enjoy the benefits of face-to-face education in a way that is far removed from a typical school. At ACDC you will be learning in an adult environment where your knowledge and experiences will be respected and nurtured.
Campus
Melbourne CBD
Adelaide CBD
Start Dates
Monthly
Duration
1 year
Workload
20 contact hours per week
Study Mode
Classroom / Digital Resources
What you need to know about studying on campus
Courses delivered on campus will involve classroom-based learning, led by skilled and knowledgeable trainers.
Course Overview
Be a part of the next generation of a creative thinker with this diploma level qualification. This course will provide you with the specialised knowledge to operate individually or collaboratively within the video editing, design and visual effects industry. Technology is redefining the screen and media landscape and you will actively obtain the advanced skills necessary to contribute to this evolving design sector.
The Diploma of Screen and Media will give you the skills required to work within this creatively inspiring sector. You will develop a greater understanding of screen and media production, editing, storyboarding, storyline development, graphic design software, compositing, and animation.
At ACDC College Melbourne our trainers are industry skilled professionals in their field so you are guaranteed to receive relevant and up-to-date learning in line with the current design and video editing trends.
Successful completion of this course will give you the necessary skills to seek employment in the art, design and video editing industries, or you can continue your study with our CUA60615 Advance Diploma of Screen and Media.
With our trainers, you will develop specialised skills in 3D modelling, graphic design, motion graphics, games design, and using the latest software in the design industry.
Students will learn from professional design practitioners, apply their creative talents to real-world projects.
Course Structure
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in 15 units. The duration of this course is 52 weeks. 20 contact hours per week.
Elective Units
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- CUADIG413 – Create User interfaces
- CUAANM512 Create 3D digital environments
- CUAANM313 Create 3D digital models
- CUAANM302 Create 3D digital animations
- CUADIG514 Design games
- CUAANM413 Create titles for screen productions
- CUAPOS412 Manage media assets
- CUAPPM417 Create storyboards
- CUADIG515 Design information architecture
- CUAANM412 Create digital visual effects
- CUADIG516 Design interaction
Fees
Tuition Fee: $12,800
Enrolment Fee: $300
Material Fee: $800 (compulsory)
Qualifications
Students successfully completing this course will receive the CUA51020 Diploma of Screen and Media.
Important Information
On completion of this course, you will have an option for a further study in the same field to the
Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media (link). With one and half year course, the Advanced Diploma gives you the broad base necessary to move ahead in the art, design, screen and media industries.
Entry Requirements
Participants for the Diploma of Screen and Media will be required to have:
- IELTS band score of 6.0 ( Academic or general version) or equivalent internationally recognised exam result in line with Australian Student Visa requirements; or
- Satisfactory completion of at least 20 weeks of ELICOS within Australian Institute; or
- Completed secondary studies equivalent to an Australian Year 12 qualification
- Be eligible for an English language exemption in line with Australian Student Visa requirements
- NO IELTS? No worries, contact us to discuss your options
Assessment Methods
Completion of practical creative projects, research projects and reports, role plays, presentations, portfolios, case studies, and practical simulations.