Film and Television

In your first year you are introduced to facets of motion picture production within your chosen specialisation, in second year you assume responsibility for the creative and technical production of a major project at a professional level.

The Graduate Diploma of Film and Television is an exit qualification for students who have successfully completed the first 100 points of the course. Applicants holding a Graduate Diploma of Film and Television, or equivalent, may apply for direct entry to Year 2 of the equivalent stream within the course. 

This course can be undertaken in one of two specialised direction streams:

DOCUMENTARY

If you have an enquiring mind and a highly visual outlook then documentary filmmaking is an inspired choice of profession. Documentary at the VCA will challenge you to create critically reflective films that capture a distinct place and time in our society.

NARRATIVE

The Narrative specialisation emphasises the screenwriting, direction and editing of narrative film and television. You are encouraged to be innovative and experimental, explore ideas and develop 

• An undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification, with a GPA of 65% over the last two years of study; 
• OR At least five years of documented relevant work experience related to film and television, with evidence of artistic ability and achievement or practice comparable to that expected of undergraduate degree holders in relevant disciplines; 
• Submit a Selection Test via SlideRoom . The Selection Test will be made available to access from this page in the September. The test assesses each applicant's creative potential and ability to express yourself clearly and distinctively. Applicants should allow at least two weeks' time to complete the Selection Test. 
• If you have completed studies outside of the University of Melbourne, your application must include an officially certified copy of  your academic transcripts.
• Shortlisted applicants will attend an interview
• International applicants must submit a recorded interview if applying from overseas
• TOEFL Paper based test - a score of 577 or more, Internet based test - a score of 79
• IELTS an overall band score of 6.5 or more in the Academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS), with no bands less than 6.0.

Want to improve your English level for admission?

Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

• ✔️ Flexible study schedule
• ✔️ Experienced teachers
• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

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Scholarships

• Brian Robinson Memorial Script Award
• Erwin Rado Memorial Award
• Film and TV End of Year Awards
• Lionel Gell Foundation Scholarship
• Margaret Lawrence Social Justice Award
• The Miklos Janek Memorial Award
• Moving Clickers 'Kickalong' Award for Master of Film and Television Narrative Production Script
• Orloff Family Charitable Trust Scholarship