Program Overview

Introduction to Multiplatform Content Creation Unit

The Multiplatform Content Creation unit, coded as HEJ225, is an intermediate-level course offered by the University of Tasmania. This unit focuses on experimenting with platform integration and expanding understanding of digital cultures to transmedia tools such as Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), and Alternate Reality Games (ARGs).

Unit Details

• Unit Name: Multiplatform Content Creation
• Unit Code: HEJ225
• Credit Points: 12.5
• College/School: Arts and Society, Humanities and Social Sciences
• Discipline: Media
• Coordinator: Mr. Andy Terhell
• Available as an Elective: Yes
• Delivered By: University of Tasmania
• Level: Intermediate

Availability

• Location: Hobart
• Study Period: Semester 1
• Attendance Options: On-campus
• Available to: Domestic students, international students

Key Dates

• Start Date: 23/2/2026
• Census Date: 17/3/2026
• WW Date: 20/4/2026
• End Date: 14/6/2026

Learning Outcomes

• Identify principles of transmedia storytelling in content creation
• Apply affordances of machine learning (AI) and immersive technologies in transmedia storytelling
• Generate novel media concepts that integrate interactive multiplatform elements
• Produce an original media product in a collaborative context

Fee Information

• Field of Education:
• Commencing Student Contribution: $2,174.00
• Grandfathered Student Contribution: $1,020.00
• Domestic Full Fee: $2,972.00
• Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place: Yes
• HECS-HELP: Available, depending on eligibility
• FEE-HELP: Available, depending on eligibility

Requisites

Prerequisites

• 25 credit points in 100 level media and communication units

Teaching

• Teaching Pattern: Weekly, 30 minutes online lecture, 30 minutes activity, and two-hour weekly tutorial
• Assessment:
  • Podcast Episode (20%)
  • Multiplatform Media project proposal and commentary (30%)
  • Team-based Multiplatform Media Project (50%)
• Timetable: Available for viewing

Textbooks

• Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes

Note

The University reserves the right to amend or remove courses and unit availabilities as appropriate.