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postgraduate

Degree

Master of Film and Television (Coursework)

Course code: #A706

postgraduate

Degree

Master of Film and Television (Coursework)

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2024)

    $37,800 AUD

  • Application fee

    Free

  • Duration

    2 years

  • PSW

    3 years

  • Min GPA

    50 out of 100

  • CRICOS code

    0100300

Highlights
Capstone Project
Internship

These are mandatory and all come with course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Winter-July 30-June-2027 2027-06-30
Winter-July 30-June-2024 2024-06-30
Winter-July 30-June-2025 2025-06-30
Winter-July 30-June-2026 2026-06-30

Overview

Master of Film and Television

Deakin's Master of Film and Television prepares you for the diverse challenges of the industry, from finding roles that match your interests to pitching your ideas and, ultimately, bringing your stories to life on the screen. 

Build practical skills in world-class facilities and graduate with an impressive portfolio to stand out.

The Master of Film and Television is grounded in the everyday realities of the film and television industry. 

On top of practical skills for film and television production, the course focuses on transferable skills – like collaboration, problem-solving and personal organisation – that are crucial for success in media industries.

Completing this course requires students to apply the knowledge and skills they have obtained in producing a film or television work that can be recognised across the industry as a professional. 

Students will also prepare for an internship through a Unit that requires them to investigate work opportunities in their field and then undertake 1 credit point of an internship. 

Research and research-related study

This course requires students to execute substantial research across three credit points of a capstone project.

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$51,528

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $10,212
Accommodation 1 bed room $13,728
Tuition 1 person $37,800

Hourly wage

Min wage

23.23 AUD / 1 hour

in Australia every student can work 48 hour per fortnight

Required documents

  • Academic/Official Transcripts
  • Language Proficiency (If Applicable)
  • Passport or Visa Documents
  • Official English language translations of documents not in English
  • Award Certificates
  • A key/guide to a grading system

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6.5
6
listening
6
writing
6
speaking
6
reading

TOEFL

94
-
listening
27
writing
-
speaking
-
reading

PTE

65
65
listening
65
writing
65
speaking
65
reading

Cambridge

185
185
listening
185
writing
185
speaking
185
reading
Language pathway (conditional offer) is available

Studying at Deakin University English Language Institute (DUELI) will give you the English language skills you need to start your university degree. 

If you meet the academic requirements for your course, but not the English language requirements, then you’re automatically eligible for placement at DUELI.

IELTS entry score (based on the lowest IELTS band score)Your DUELI courseAssessment outcomePathway
Less than 4.5General English 1-3 (Elementary to Pre Intermediate)55% or higher (in the written exam)EAP 1 or General English levels  4-8 ( Intermediate to Advanced)
4.5EAP 160% or higherEAP 2
5.0EAP 260% or higher

EAP 3

English for Commerce

DUELI Study Abroad Program

Entry into most Deakin College Diploma programs (except the Diploma of Communication)

5.5EAP 360% or higher

EAP 4

Entry into most Deakin University undergraduate programs

Entry into Deakin Study Abroad and Exchange programs

Entry into Deakin College Diploma of Communication

Entry into Deakin University's Master Qualifying Program (MQP)

6.0EAP 460% or higherEntry into most Deakin University postgraduate degree programs and Faculty of Health undergraduate programs (except Nursing)
65% or higherEnglish for Nursing
70% or higher

English for Teaching

Entry into Deakins HDR programs for Science Engineering and Built Environment

6.5English for Nursing  
7.0English for Teaching60% or higher

Entry into Deakin University's Master of Teaching programs

Entry into  Deakins HDR programs (Arts and Education, Business and Law, and Health)

Notes

Entry-level IELTS score based on your lowest IELTS band score

You will take the Placement Test before the start of your course.


Academic background and requirement

2 years full-time (or part-time equivalent) - 16 credit points 

To be considered for admission to this degree (without admission credit applied), you will need to meet at least one of the following criteria:

  • Completion of a bachelor's degree or higher in any discipline

1.5 years full-time (or part-time equivalent) - 12 credit points 

To be considered for admission to this degree (with 4 credit points of admission credit applied), you will need to meet at least one of the following criteria:

  • completion of a bachelor's degree or higher in any discipline and at least two years of relevant work experience (or part-time equivalent)
  • completion of a bachelor's degree or higher in a related discipline

1 year full-time (or part-time equivalent) - 8 credit points

To be considered for admission to this degree (with 8 credit points of admission credit applied), you will need to meet at least one of the following criteria:

  • completion of a bachelor's degree in a related discipline and at least two years of relevant work experience (or part-time equivalent)
  • completion of a graduate certificate in a related discipline and at least two years of relevant work experience (or part-time equivalent)
  • completion of a graduate diploma or higher in a related discipline

Related disciplines may include Previous Higher Education studies in Film and Television Production, including a major in Film Production or Television Production. 

Career opportunities

  • Director
  • Cinematographer
  • Editor
  • Producer
  • Production manager
  • Production designer

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