Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting)

The University of Melbourne

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00116K

The Screenwriting specialization is designed for those who have the desire and talent to write audience-driven stories for the screen. The Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting) is the premier screenwriting undergraduate degree in Australia. You will study the many facets of screenwriting through lectures, classes, screenings and practice-based exercises. The course covers: Cinematic and television writing, Writing for the youth market, Adaptation, Writing for games, Web content.

Structure

Total Credit points 300

Subjects

  • Stories of Place
  • Screenwriting Practices 1A
  • Introduction to Screenwriting
  • Screen Culture
  • Screenwriting Practices 1B
  • Creating Sustainable Screen Productions
  • Screenwriting Practices 2A
  • Writing for the Youth Screen Market
  • Gaming and the Writer
  • Screenwriting Practices 2B
  • Screen Industry Focus
  • Screenwriting Practices 3A
  • Screen Adaptation
  • Screenwriting Practices 3B

Standard entry requirements

  • Year 12
  • Units 3 & 4: A study score of at least 25 in English/English Language/Literature or at least 30 in EAL.

Study information

CampusFeesMid year intakeAttendance
Southbank International: $121,684 No
  • Full-time : 3 years

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