Bachelor of Creative Industries (Screen Media) | UniSC | University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia

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Bachelor of Creative Industries (Screen Media)

Career opportunities are multiplying in the rapidly growing areas of screen media content production and distribution. In this program you will gain in-depth knowledge of the changing nature of film and TV while fine-tuning your creative and technical skills, giving you a professional edge in the industry. With a strong focus on combining theory with practical experience, you will work closely with experienced industry professionals to produce short films and documentaries, and have internship opportunities with production companies and film festivals.

In this program you will:

  • Learn the processes of creating screen media content – from screenwriting, to filming, to post-production
  • Acquire in-depth knowledge of the media and communication sectors, screen aesthetics, and the social and cultural impacts of screen media, as well as its history and future
  • Gain workplace experience and develop your network of professional contacts
  • Undertake production and research projects to develop and refine your screen media knowledge and skills
  • Graduate with a professional portfolio and showreel to showcase your talents

Location

CRICOS code

098460F

Entry threshold

51.00 51.00 ATAR/Rank
ATAR/Rank

Duration

3 years 3 years Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.

Indicative fees

Indicative 2025 fees (A$)

A$14,624 CSP
CSP
A$24,400 / A$73,200 Annual fee / Estimated total fee
Annual fee / Estimated total fee

QTAC code

011371 015006

Start

  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2
  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2

Start
  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2
  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2
Delivery mode
  • Blended Learning
Total courses
24
Total units
288
Duration
3 years 3 years
CRICOS code
098460F
UniSC program code
AR306
Program structure
Introductory courses (7) 84 units

CMN101 Integrating Theory and Skills into Practice: Doing, Being and Becoming an OT II and III
CMN103 Public Health Foundations
CMN104 Disability: Culture, Community and Change
CMN105 Professional Issues in Occupational Therapy
CMN107 OT (Occupational Therapy) as a Complex Process
CMN150 Foundations of Australian Law A
MUS101 Criminal Law and Procedure A

Developing courses (5) 60 units

CMN200 Torts A
CMN202 Contracts A
CMN203 Foundations of Australian Law B
DES231 Criminal Law and Procedure B
MUS202 Torts B

Graduate courses (5) 60 units

BCI302 Contracts B
BCI303 Property A
CMN300 Constitutional Law
CMN309 Corporations Law
DES309 Property B

Elective courses (7) 84 units

Select 7 elective courses from the undergraduate elective course options. Students are strongly encouraged to use their electives to complete courses in the available Creative Industries disciplines.

Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.

Study sequences

Entry requirements

For entry into most USC undergraduate degree programs, you need to have completed a minimum level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades.

Further studies, for example, a semester or more at college or university, can also be considered for entry and may give you credit transfer towards a degree.

Some examples of upper secondary qualifications and a guide to the minimum grades that USC will consider are listed here. These are minimum requirements and do not guarantee entry. Some programs may require higher grades. Alternative qualifications may also be considered on a case by case basis.

If your qualification (grouped by country) is not listed, send the qualification transcripts with your application form to the International Office for assessment.

English language requirements

You will also need to meet the English language requirements for this program. If you do not meet the minimum requirements, you may be able to enrol in our English Language Programs to reach the required level for most of UniSC’s programs (exceptions apply to non-standard English requirement programs).

Minimum entry threshold

Applicants must meet the minimum ATAR/Rank.

Location ATAR/Rank
Sunshine Coast 51.00
Online 51.00
Recommended prior study
English
Program requirements
Program requirements

In order to graduate you must:

  • Successfully complete 288 units as outlined in the Program Structure
  • Complete no more than 10 introductory level (100 coded) courses
Program notes
  • Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses) and following the recommended study sequence
  • The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified
  • It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of the academic calendar dates.
  • Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses.
  • Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods
  • As part of your USC program, you may apply to Study Overseas to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider
  • Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa

CSP estimate
A$14,624
Annual tuition fee (A$, 2025)
A$24,400
Estimated total tuition fee (A$, 2025)
A$73,200