TAFE NSW

CUA60620

Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Set up your career in the screen and media industry by combining practical business skills with your evolving creative expertise. Confidently move into senior roles like screenwriter or games designer and open up further career and study opportunities.

Delivery mode

TAFE NSW offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.


Locations
  • 608 Hunter Street, Newcastle West
  • 213 Pacific Highway, St Leonards
  • 651-731 Harris Street, Ultimo
  • Foleys Lane, North Wollongong
  • 12-44 OConnell St, Kingswood
  • Cnr of Darley Road & King Street, Randwick
  • 213 Pacific Highway, St Leonards

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol

  • Successful completion of the Diploma of Screen and Media as evidenced by a copy of your transcript or certificate, or
  • Equivalent skills, knowledge and experience in a relevant specialisation area such as film and video, radio/content production, animation/games and production design as evidenced by a copy of a resume
  • Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) at a Year 12 high school level
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* Unknown
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Enquire with TAFE NSW to find out more.
Study mode Blended
Duration 8 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $0 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media will prepare you for the following roles.

Camera Assistant

A Camera Assistant helps to operate camera equipment in film or television productions. You might be required to set up the equipment before produc...

Avg yearly income $59,800
Entry barriers Low

Film Editor

A Film Editor puts together a movie production after filming has been completed. You’ll choose which scenes to include in the finished product and ...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

Screenplay Writer

A Screenplay Writer creates scripts for television or film productions. You might come up with your own ideas for stories or you might be working w...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

Grip

A Grip sets up equipment to support cameras during film and television productions. You’ll make sure camera operators can capture footage as requir...

Avg yearly income $74,360
Entry barriers Low

Gaffer

A Gaffer works on film, television and stage sets to manage the lighting aspects of a production. You’ll lead a team of lighting technicians and op...

Avg yearly income $59,800
Entry barriers Low

Director of Photography

A Director of Photography is responsible for the overall look of a film or television production. You’ll lead the lighting and camera crews and mak...

Avg yearly income $104,000
Entry barriers Low

Actor

An Actor performs a character role in a film, on television or in a live theatre or musical production. You’ll usually act in a role using a script...

Avg yearly income $52,000
Entry barriers Low

Theatre Performer

A Theatre Performer works in a role in theatre or musical productions to entertain an audience. You’ll perform an individual character role or migh...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

Production Assistant

A Production Assistant supports other crew members working on film, television or stage productions. Your tasks will vary depending on the project ...

Avg yearly income $55,952
Entry barriers Low

About TAFE NSW

TAFE NSW is the leading provider of vocational education and training in Australia. Each year, more than 430,000 students enrol in our courses and training. We aim to skill the workforce for the future through high quality, personalised education and training.