Program Overview

Graduate Diploma in Screen Arts and Production

The Graduate Diploma in Screen Arts and Production is a postgraduate qualification that provides expert industry training and hands-on experience in screen production. This exit-only course is available to students completing the UTS Master of Screen Arts and Production.

Course Details

• Code: UTS: C07152 (version 1), CRICOS: K
• Duration: 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
• Location: City Campus, or specialist off-campus locations, with some courses delivered via online (distance) learning

Course Fees

The indicative tuition fee is an estimate for the entire course, based on full-time study each year. Fees are reviewed annually and may change.

What You'll Study

This course includes three core units where you'll get hands-on experience in the studio, examining scripted and unscripted production perspectives and screen experience. You'll also complete your choice of two disciplinary electives, choosing from subjects like editing, directing, filming, producing, or curation, as well as an industry-based internship subject.

Core Subjects

• 57684: Studio: Unscripted
• 57685: Studio: Scripted
• 57686: Studio: Screen Experiences

Course Highlights

• Media production
• Scripted and unscripted production
• Studio-based learning
• Choice of electives
• Networking opportunities
• Early exit option

Admissions Information

Course Description

This course provides hands-on and practical training, developing a network of creative collaborators. Core subjects introduce students to common foundational skills, while a broad range of industry-aligned electives allow students to specialize in a chosen aspect of screen production craft.

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Course Duration

The course is offered on a one-year, full-time basis, or two-year, part-time basis.

Admission Requirements

• English Language Requirements: IELTS Academic: overall 6.5, writing 6.0; TOEFL iBT: overall 79, writing 21; UTS College AE5: Pass; Pearson PTE: overall 58, writing 50; Cambridge C1A/C2P: overall 176, writing 169

Inherent Requirements

Inherent requirements are academic and non-academic requirements that are essential for successfully completing a course at UTS.

Career Options

• Director
• Producer
• Multiplatform Storyteller
• Editor
• Cinematographer
• Showrunner
• Post-producer
• Festival Curator
• Head of Creative

Facilities

Our world-class facilities support future-focused learning and high-impact research, enabling effective partnerships with industry and providing services to our community.

Why Study Communication at UTS

With a degree in Communications, you'll develop a professional portfolio and learn the skills to adapt in a rapidly evolving field. UTS offers innovative and interdisciplinary media, communication, and creative production programs that combine theory with practical learning and industry experience.