Graduate Diploma in Film and Television
Overview
A one year graduate diploma in Film and Television. Students can undertake the course in one of the four specialised streams: Narrative, Documentary, Animation or Visual Effects.
Description
Students undertake practical and theoretical areas of study such as screenwriting and screen studies, as well as focusing on developing their ability to produce a short motion picture production. The course structure is similar for each stream.
Course code:
558 NA (Narrative stream)
558 DO (Documentary stream)
558 AN (Animation stream)
558 VE (Visual Effects stream)
Objectives
On completion of this course the student should have acquired the following qualities and skills:
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the ability to write, direct and edit an innovative short motion picture program at a high professional standard in Narrative, Documentary, Animation or Visual Effects;
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the ability to experiment and develop their own creativity for the screen, and
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an understanding of creative achievements in screen culture.
Prerequisites
Applicants require an undergraduate degree with at least H2B (70%) average.
Generic Skills
On completion of the Graduate Diploma in Film and Television, graduates should be able to:
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exhibit extensive theoretical and practical knowledge of the film, television and/or allied industries, including relevant professional knowledge, skills, discipline and ethics as they relate to these industries;
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demonstrate capacities for artistic imagination, creativity, transformation and interpretation;
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demonstrate practical skills in respect of critical analysis, problem solving, report writing, team work and oral and written communication;
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demonstrate a flexible and innovative approach to the national and international challenges for the professional filmmaker in the 21st century;
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work at various levels, both as an individual and as a team member, in a wide variety of environments;
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contribute effectively as collaborators and leaders;
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demonstrate an open, independent and inquiring attitude towards contemporary cultural developments and new ideas;
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critically and creatively engage with topics of cultural significance across communities;
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understand and appreciate how filmmaking connects with the broader society and contributes to its social and economic development, and
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understand their relationship with and responsibility to their cultural environment and society.
Student Commitment
Students are expected to commit to an average of 25 hours formal contact plus 15 hours private study (combination of on and off campus).
Assessment
Full attendance is a key element in the assessment criteria for each subject. If students are absent from more than 3 classes they must have the approval of the Head of School for any further absences or an automatic failure will be recorded.
Assignments submitted late without an extension having been granted by the Head of School will normally not be accepted.
Course Progression Guidelines
The maximum time permitted for completion of the course is two years.
(a) Assigned Projects must be passed at the first attempt.
(b) Subjects other than Assigned Projects may not be attempted more than twice.
Qualification for Award
The award of the Graduate Diploma in Film and Television requires the successful completion of the prescribed subjects.
Subjects by Year
Year 1
- 759-820 - Assigned Projects (Animation) Grad Dip
- 759-822 - Assigned Projects (Documentary) Grad Dip
- 759-824 - Assigned Projects (Narrative) Grad Dip
- 759-826 - Assigned Projects (Visual Effects) G.D.
Subjects
Year 1
| Credit Points: | 87.5 |
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| Coordinator: | Paul Fletcher |
| Contact hours: | 24 hrsx16 wks (Sem 1); 25 hrsx16 wks (Sem 2). |
| Semester: | Year Long |
Subject description:
Lectures, demonstrations and practical exercises deal with the craft of film and television production making. Students undertake specialist screen studies and screenwriting relevant to their strand of study.
Objectives:
On completion of this subject the student should be able to:
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demonstrate developed creative and technical skills in the Animation areas of Film/Television;
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plan and organise work and solve problems;
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effectively manage competing demands on time;
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communicate in oral, visual and written forms;
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exhibit the ability to lead a team as well as participate as a member of a collaborative group while respecting individual differences;
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exhibit a developing knowledge of the film, television and allied industries.
Assessment:
Assessment is continuous.
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research and development (10%);
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professional practice (10%);
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specialist studies (5%);
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Film Festival Report (5%);
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Production Folio (10%);
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1st Semester production exercises (total 1 min) (30%);
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2nd Semester production exercise (3-5 mins) (30%).
| Credit Points: | 87.5 |
|---|---|
| Coordinator: | Steve Thomas |
| Contact hours: | 24 hrsx16 wks (Sem 1); 25 hrsx16 wks (Sem 2). |
| Semester: | Year Long |
Subject description:
Lectures, demonstrations and practical exercises deal with the craft of film and television production making. Students work in crews to gain first-hand experience of craft aspects of production. Students undertake specialist screen studies and screenwriting relevant to their strand of study.
Objectives:
On completion of this subject the student should be able to:
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demonstrate developed creative and technical skills in the Documentary areas of Film/Television;
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plan and organise work and solve problems;
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effectively manage competing demands on time;
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communicate in oral, visual and written forms;
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exhibit the ability to lead a team as well as participate as a member of a collaborative group while respecting individual differences;
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exhibit a developing knowledge of the film, television and allied industries.
Assessment:
Assessment is continuous.
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class participation (10%);
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specialist studies (5%);
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Film Festival Report (5%);
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crewing (20%);
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Production Folio (10%);
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1st Semester production exercise (3-4 mins) (20%);
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2nd Semester production exercise (5-9 mins) (30%).
| Credit Points: | 87.5 |
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| Coordinator: | Sandra Sciberras |
| Prerequisites: |
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| Contact hours: | 24 hrsx16 wks (Sem 1); 25 hrsx16 wks (Sem 2). |
| Semester: | Year Long |
Subject description:
Lectures, demonstrations and practical exercises deal with the craft of film and television production making. Students work in crews to gain first-hand experience of craft aspects of production. Students undertake specialist screen studies and screenwriting relevant to their strand of study.
Objectives:
On completion of this subject the student should be able to:
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demonstrate developed creative and technical skills in the Narrative areas of Film/Television;
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plan and organise work and solve problems;
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effectively manage competing demands on time;
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communicate in oral, visual and written forms;
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exhibit the ability to lead a team as well as participate as a member of a collaborative group while respecting individual differences;
-
exhibit a developing knowledge of the film, television and allied industries.
Assessment:
Assessment is continuous.
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Class participation (10%);
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specialist studies (5%);
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Film Festival Report (5%);
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crewing (20%); Production Folio (10%);
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1st Semester production exercise (1-2mins) (20%);
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2nd Semester production exercise (3-5 mins) (30%).
Generic Skills:
| Credit Points: | 87.5 |
|---|---|
| Coordinator: | David Price |
| Contact hours: | 24 hrsx16 wks (Sem 1); 25 hrsx16 wks (Sem 2). |
| Semester: | Year Long |
Subject description:
Lectures, demonstrations and practical exercises deal with the craft of film and television production making. Students work in crews to gain first-hand experience of craft aspects of production. Students undertake specialist screen studies and screenwriting relevant to their strand of study.
Objectives:
On completion of this subject the student should be able to:
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demonstrate developed creative and technical skills in the Visual Effects areas of Film/Television;
-
plan and organise work and solve problems;
-
effectively manage competing demands on time;
-
communicate in oral, visual and written forms;
-
exhibit the ability to lead a team as well as participate as a member of a collaborative group while respecting individual differences;
-
exhibit a developing knowledge of the film, television and allied industries.
Assessment:
Assessment is continuous.
- research and development (10%);
- professional practice (10%); specialist studies (5%);
- Film Festival Report (5%);
- Production Portfolio (10%);
- 1st semester production exercises (1-3 mins) (30%);
- 2nd semester production exercises (3-5 mins) (30%).
(*Participation assessed on criteria of attendance, punctuality, ability to discuss, give/receive feedback and teamwork skills.)
Generic Skills: