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Screen and Media Studies

Screen and media studies

This major develops the knowledge and skills you will need to work in the screen media industries, with a strong focus on combining theory with practical experience.

Study the media and communications sectors, screen aesthetics, and the social impacts of screen media, as well as screen media's history and future.

You'll also engage with experienced industry mentors and guest lecturers and gain practical skills in screen production, screen editing and screenwriting.

Your study will culminate with a capstone industry project, where you will work in a small group to produce a short film.

Career opportunities

Screen producer, media manager, screen editor, film and television critic, screenwriter, cinematographer, media policy advisor, filmmaker.

Major (8)

For a major in Screen and Media Studies, students must successfully complete 8 courses:

CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
CMN104 Evidence
CMN105 Professional Conduct
CMN200 Regulation
CMN201 Communication and Thought
CMN202 Abnormal Psychology
CMN203 Introduction to Clinical Placement
CMN300 Exercise in Cardiorespiratory and Metabolic Health
CMN303 Exercise in Musculoskeletal Health

Minor (4)

For a minor in Screen and Media Studies, students must successfully complete 4 courses:

CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
CMN104 Biomechanics II
CMN105 Introduction to Media and Communication Industries
CMN200 The Illuminated Screen: Introduction to Film and Television Studies
CMN201 Introduction to Screenwriting: The Art of Visual Storytelling