Bachelor of Film and Television (Screen Production)

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Flinders University

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Film and Television (Screen Production) is ideal for aspiring filmmakers, storytellers and content creators who want to build practical skills for today's screen industries. Through hands-on learning, you'll explore every stage of the production process, from developing ideas and writing scripts to directing, filming, editing and producing professional screen content.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1

Your first year introduces the foundations of screen production and visual storytelling. Through subjects such as Screen Practice, Introduction to Screen Production, and Screen Storytelling, you'll develop essential skills in camera operation, editing, sound and collaborative filmmaking.

Year 2

As you progress, you'll take on more ambitious productions while refining your creative and technical abilities. You'll study courses including Documentary Production, Screen Directing, and Screen Producing, gaining experience across different production roles and storytelling formats.

Year 3

In your final year, you'll focus on professional practice and major production projects that showcase your skills. Subjects such as Advanced Screen Production, Industry Project, and Professional Practice help you build a strong portfolio and prepare for employment in the screen industry.

Focus Areas

Screen Production • Film Directing • Cinematography • Screenwriting • Documentary Production • Television Production • Producing • Video Editing • Sound Production • Professional Practice

Learning Outcomes

Develop professional filmmaking and television production skills, create compelling screen stories, work confidently with industry-standard production technologies, collaborate in creative teams, manage productions from concept to completion, and graduate with a portfolio that demonstrates your creative and technical capabilities.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)

The program is delivered by Flinders University and leads to an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level 7 Bachelor Degree, preparing graduates for professional careers across the film, television and digital screen industries.

Reputation (Employability Rankings)

Flinders University is ranked among the top 2% of universities worldwide and is recognised for its strong graduate employment outcomes.
The university is well known for its industry-connected, practice-based learning, giving students valuable experience and professional networks before graduation.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At Flinders University, you'll learn by making films from the very beginning of your degree. Working in small production teams, you'll develop practical skills across directing, producing, cinematography, sound and editing while using professional facilities and equipment. Throughout the program, you'll create a portfolio of screen productions and gain valuable industry experience through project-based learning and collaboration:

Produce short films, documentaries and television content through collaborative, team-based productions that reflect professional industry workflows.
Learn in Flinders' purpose-built TV Studio, film production studios, editing suites, and screen production facilities.
Gain hands-on experience with professional digital cinema cameras, lighting equipment, sound recording gear and post-production technology.
Develop editing and post-production skills using industry-standard software, including Adobe Creative Cloud (such as Premiere Pro, After Effects and Audition).
Complete a final-year Industry Project, giving you the opportunity to work on a real-world screen production or industry-based creative project.
Build practical experience across key production roles including directing, producing, cinematography, editing and production management.
Access the University's Library and extensive digital media resources to support research, script development and production planning throughout your studies.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of the Bachelor of Film and Television (Screen Production) leave with the practical skills, professional portfolio and industry experience needed to launch a career in the screen and media industries. Whether your goal is to create feature films, produce television content or work in digital media, this degree prepares you for a wide range of creative opportunities. Common career paths include Film Director, Film Producer, Cinematographer, and Video Editor:

Career support: Flinders' CareerHub provides access to job opportunities, employer events, career planning resources, resume and interview support, and personalised career guidance throughout your studies.
Industry engagement: Students work closely with industry professionals through project-based learning and the final-year Industry Project, helping them build valuable professional networks before graduation.
Graduate outcomes: Graduates pursue careers across film production, television, streaming services, advertising, digital media, documentary filmmaking and freelance content creation.
Industry recognition: The program leads to an AQF Level 7 Bachelor Degree, providing a recognised qualification that is valued by employers across Australia's screen and creative industries.
Professional portfolio: Throughout the degree, students produce a portfolio of screen projects that demonstrates their abilities in directing, producing, cinematography, editing and storytelling—an important advantage when seeking employment.

Further Academic Progression:

After completing this degree, you can continue your studies with an Honours program in a related creative discipline or pursue postgraduate qualifications such as the Master of Arts, Master of Screen and Media, or a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) at Flinders University. These pathways allow you to deepen your creative practice, specialise in advanced screen production, or move into research and academic careers.