Bachelor of Film and Television (Honours)
Blended learning – on-campus and digital learning
This course has been discontinued - this course is closed for new enrolments, the information on this page is provided for continuing students.
The Bachelor of Film and Television (Honours) is a one-year Honours course. Graduates will be expected to have a coherent and advanced knowledge of Film and Television production, research principles and methods to an AQF Level 8 qualification.
The program aims to optimise learning by breaking down production components into distinct elements whereby the relationship between digital production principles, industry-based practice and creative development informs the basis of the curriculum. Students should have the requisite skills to undertake professional work in the areas of screenwriting, directing, producing, cinematography, editing and digital broadcasting, research and further learning.
Every international student application is considered for a scholarship
Whether you’re living in Australia or overseas, you’re automatically considered for a scholarship of up to 20% off your course fees. Please check our updated entry requirements.
Duration
1 year full-time
Full-time
CRICOS code
055720B
Fees
A$27,498 (annual for 2016)*
The indicative course fees shown in Course Search apply to international students for the relevant year only. They are based on a standard study load per year. However, please note that fees are assessed according to a student's study load in each semester, and variation to study load will result in an adjustment to tuition fees. All fees are subject to annual review and may be adjusted.
International students in Australia who hold student visas are required to study full-time and on campus. Courses that are taught entirely online are only available to international students studying outside Australia or those in Australia who are not on a student visa. Online courses are not available to international students in Australia who hold a student visa.
Course structure
Successful completion of the Bachelor of Film and Television (Honours) requires students to complete units of study to the value of 100 credit points. All units of study are valued at 12.5 credit points unless otherwise stated.
- Full-time study: 100 credit points/eight standard units of study per year
- Part-time study: 50 credit points/four standard units of study per year
- One credit point is equivalent to one hour of study per week per semester (including contact hours and private study)
- See the course planner for an example degree structure
Career opportunities
Career opportunities are broad and include broadcasting, film and video post-production, computer/video game development, movie network telecommunications, and scriptwriting and editing.
Professional recognition
On completion of this qualification students may be eligible to become members of the following industry bodies and should confirm their eligibility with the association.
- Australian Screen Editors Guild
- Screenservices Association of Victoria
- Australian Graphic Designers Association (AGDA)
- Design Institute of Australia (DIA)
- Melbourne Art Directors Club (MADC)
- Australian Cinematographers Society
Scholarships
At Swinburne scholarships are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students.