Bachelor of Arts (Digital Media) at University of Canberra

A Diploma of Film and Video Design introduces a range of fundamentals skills and knowledge found in film production. You will learn how to develop and take story concepts and bring them to life. As part of the course you will gain an understanding of screen-based video production and post-production, along with basic skills in cinematography, lighting, editing, colour grading and sound design.

As a film student you will put your theoretical learnings into practice as you work on real client projects, part of your work integrated learning subjects. This will allow you to immerse yourself in the industry throughout your studies. Throughout your subjects you will get hands-on with all the leading software being used in the industry including Adobe Premiere Pro as you prepare for your future career. Additionally, the cross-disciplinary nature of the course will expose you to areas such as motion design and photography, further expanding your skillset. Upon completion, this course gives you the opportunity to pathway into a variety of bachelor programs or prepare you for junior roles in the industry. Please note that some specialised subjects may be delivered online only.

The Graduate Diploma in Journalism is designed to enhance your undergraduate qualification with focused study in journalism. This one-year diploma sets you up for a career as a journalist by allowing you to explore all forms of contemporary journalism and put modern practice into its legal, ethical and social context. As part of the curriculum, you will present and produce live radio news for community radio station RRR and our live-to-air television news program, Newsline, as well as create text and data reports for our publication The City Journal. You will work individually with our work placement coordinator to find at least one internship as part of your study. Upon completing this diploma, you will have developed the skills and knowledge necessary for an entry-level position in journalism and in doing so follow in the footsteps of many of Australia's award-winning journalists.