Diploma of Screen and Media (Content Creation) - CUA51020
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Duration
Full-time 1 year -
Location
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Fees
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FebruaryEntry score
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Duration
Full-time 1 yearLocation
Melbourne CityFees
AU$23,500 (2022 annual)
Next intake
February
Overview
RMIT is renowned as Australia's leader in screen, interactive and new media education. We provide you with a creative and supportive environment of artistic and intellectual investigation with great opportunities to forge industry connections.
With a focus on all aspects of screen and media production — not just standing behind the camera — one of the key features of this diploma is that in each semester you will write, produce, direct and edit screen content. This will help you to develop a strong skill set on work or further study upon graduation.
The Diploma of Screen and Media (Content Creation) provides you with skills-based training in a practical, hands-on environment. You will start your journey in the diploma and, upon successful completion, continue into the advanced diploma.
You will develop skills and knowledge in key areas such as concept development, storytelling and all aspects of production. You will learn the importance of industry knowledge, collaboration, team building and professionalism.
On completion of the first year, you will transition to the Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media (Directing), which gives you the broad base necessary to move ahead in the screen, media, TV and film production industries.
Graduates from this diploma will have the skills necessary to work in a variety of screen and media-based roles, ranging from cinematographers to scriptwriters.
Details
RMIT offers a variety of learning and teaching approaches including lectures, seminars, studios, workshops, presentations, group discussions and practical assignments.
Learning is through a combination of classes and screenings as well as completing computer lab, on-location and studio-based practical exercises and productions to expand your practical experience.
You'll have access to professional equipment and facilities and be encouraged to develop and produce innovative screen content to industry standards.
Although you’ll be required to work in both a group and collaborative environment, you will be individually assessed for each of your screen productions.
This suite runs over 2 years (4 semesters), consisting of the diploma (year 1) and the advanced diploma (year 2). You'll develop the skills and knowledge you need in key areas such as:
- concept development
- storytelling
- pre-production
- production
- post-production.
Throughout your studies, we emphasise the importance of industry knowledge, collaboration, team building and professionalism.
You must successfully complete the Diploma of Screen and Media (Content Creation) before progressing to the Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media (Directing).
You'll learn the technical and managerial skills to plan, carry out and evaluate your work, both individually and as part of a team.
You'll learn the essentials of:
- camera
- editing
- genre
- networking
- occupational health and safety (OHS)
- production management
- post-production
- screenwriting
- sound
- visual effects.
Throughout your studies, we'll emphasise the importance of industry knowledge, collaboration, team building and professionalism.
Choose a program structure
| Title | Location | Duration | Plan code | CRICOS | ||
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| Diploma of Screen and Media (Content Creation) | City Campus |
1 year
full-time
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1 year
full-time
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C5412 | 107883D |
Choose a program structure
Program code: C5412
National curriculum code: CUA51020
Career
Our graduates enter the industry as freelance professionals in a variety of production roles. Many have also found career-building positions in Australian network television.
Screen content is in demand due to the growth in digital television and online content delivery, which has seen the rise of new job roles and opportunities within the industry. Industry professionals regularly turn to RMIT students and graduates to fill roles in all aspects of screen and media production.
Australian and international graduates are also actively working in media industries in Europe, USA and Asia.
This diploma provides you with the skills and knowledge necessary to work as:
- cinematographers
- camera assistants
- editors
- special effects specialists, designers, operators
- content producers
- assistant directors
- production assistants
- scriptwriters
- freelancers
- TV graphics designers.
Admissions
Entry requirements:
- Successful completion of the Certificate IV in Screen and Media
OR
- Complete and submit the Selection Task.
(NOTE Applicants who have successfully completed the Certfiicate IV in Screen and Media are not required to complete the Selection Task)
You must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent senior secondary school qualification) (check calculator below).
Equivalent qualifications may also include completion of the RMIT Foundation Studies program or a recognised post-secondary diploma in the relevant discipline with the required grades.
Meeting the minimum academic requirements does not guarantee entry. Your application will still need to be assessed and accepted.
The selection task requires:
- An example of an activity you have undertaken that has depended upon a group of people working in a team. Examples may include team sports, work, a committee membership or participation in activities undertaken in a hobby or special interest group or other (maximum 150 words).
- A description of any task or project you have carried out yourself without being directly supervised by a teacher, employer, family member or mentor (maximum 150 words).
- A description of a verbal presentation you have given (on any topic) explaining how you prepared and what support material you used (maximum 150 words).
- A statement outlining what film or video production hardware and software you have used and why you used that particular hardware and software (maximum 150 words).
AND
- A storyboard exercise:
Create a three-frame story board evoking the word “consequence”. The storyboard should progressively tell a story with a beginning, middle and end, and be driven by your understanding of the word “consequence”. It should also be easily understood by an audience. Imagine each frame as a scene in a film and think along the lines of narrative progression.
There is to be no dialogue or captioning included in this exercise - it is purely visual narrative.
This is not a test of your drawing skills, stick figures are fine.
Semester 1, 2022
- VTAC applicants must register and submit the selection task here.
- All tasks must be submitted by the dates noted below for each VTAC round:
- Early round (Non year 12 only): 30 September 2021
- Main round (All applicants): 19 November 2021
- All subsequent rounds (if places are available): 3 February 2022
- All tasks must be submitted by the dates noted below for each VTAC round:
- RMIT current or recent students please click the apply button to submit your direct application. The link to submit your selection task will appear on the applicant dashboard after you have submitted your application.
- All tasks must be submitted by 9 February 2022. Entry into this program is competitive, and applications are assessed in the order that they are received until this date, if places are still available. For your best chance at admission into this program, you are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
The selection task requires:
- An example of an activity you have undertaken that has depended upon a group of people working in a team. Examples may include team sports, work, a committee membership or participation in activities undertaken in a hobby or special interest group or other (maximum 150 words).
- A description of any task or project you have carried out yourself without being directly supervised by a teacher, employer, family member or mentor (maximum 150 words).
- A description of a verbal presentation you have given (on any topic) explaining how you prepared and what support material you used (maximum 150 words).
- A statement outlining what film or video production hardware and software you have used and why you used that particular hardware and software (maximum 150 words).
AND
- A storyboard exercise:
Create a three-frame story board evoking the word “consequence”. The storyboard should progressively tell a story with a beginning, middle and end, and be driven by your understanding of the word “consequence”. It should also be easily understood by an audience. Imagine each frame as a scene in a film and think along the lines of narrative progression.
There is to be no dialogue or captioning included in this exercise - it is purely visual narrative.
This is not a test of your drawing skills, stick figures are fine.
To study this program you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:
- IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 5.5 (with no individual band below 5.0)
- TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 50 (with minimum of 5 in Reading, 5 in Listening, 14 in Speaking and 15 in Writing)
- Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 42 (with no communication band less than 36)
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 162 with no less than 154 in any component.
For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information.
Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Upper Intermediate Certificate at RMIT English Worldwide.
Pathways
This course offers pathway into further study at RMIT.
Undertaking a certificate, diploma, advanced diploma or associate degree can help you meet the entry requirements for your preferred degree. These qualifications often provide credit, reducing the duration of your bachelor degree and helping you get the degree you want.
Further study
Successful completion of the Diploma of Screen and Media (Content Creation) guarantees entry into the Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media (Directing).
Upon successful completion of the Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media (Directing), you may be eligible for entry and credit into one of the following programs:
Credit and recognition of prior learning
Credit, recognition of prior learning, professional experience and accreditation from a professional body can reduce the duration of your study by acknowledging your earlier, relevant experience. Find out if you might be eligible.
Fees
2022 fees
The tuition fees you will pay for this program will depend on whether you are offered a Victorian Government subsidised place or a full-fee place. To find out if you are eligible for a government subsidised place, follow the steps at How to check if you are eligible.
- 2022 government subsidised place: AU$10,750* per annum
- 2022 full-fee place: AU$15,250* per annum
*Fees shown are indicative only and subject to change given individual circumstances at the time of enrolment.
Fee finder
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Additional expenses
- Student services and amenities fee (SSAF): AU$315 maximum fee for 2022.
- Other items related to your program, including field trips, textbooks and equipment.
Annual fee adjustment
The student tuition fees as displayed by the fee finder are indicative only and subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Fees are adjusted on an annual basis and these fees should only be used as a guide.
Learn more about fees for vocational study.
Payments and refunds
For information on how to pay your fees or how to apply for a refund, please see Paying your fees and applying for refunds.
In addition to tuition fees, you will be charged an annual student services and amenities fee (SSAF), which is used to maintain and enhance services and amenities that improve your experience as an RMIT student.
The SSAF is calculated based on your enrolment load and the maximum fee for 2022 is $315.
For more information about calculating your actual SSAF see Paying SSAF.
You may also be required to purchase other items related to your program, including field trips, textbooks and equipment. These additional fees and expenses vary from program to program.
The annual tuition fee for 2022 is AU$23,500.
The total indicative tuition fee for 2022 commencement is AU$23,500.
In addition to tuition fees you also need to pay for:
- Student services and amenities fee (SSAF) in each calendar year.
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) - Student visa holders must have cover for the total duration of their visa.
- Some programs incur additional expenses.
You also need to account for your living expenses. Estimate the cost of living in Melbourne.
Applying for refunds
For information on how to apply for a refund as a continuing international student, please see Refunds.
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