MJRP-CREAT v.1 Creative Practice Major (MMedCom)
Major/Stream Overview
This major/stream is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major/stream, please refer to the course for more information.
The Creative Practice major is one of five in the Master of Media and Communication course. It is designed for those seeking to develop an understanding of creative practice in the current environment. you will develop critical and analytical understandings, practical and professional skills orientated towards a career in one of three main disciplines - Creative Writing, Performance Studies or Screen Production. You will also gain generic skills that are valuable in a range of situations, including leadership, problem-solving and working collaboratively in a team. Participants are encouraged to apply and test these skills and understanding through applied practice in the form of an advanced discipline project and a professionally-orientated placement.
Major/Minor/Stream Organisation
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| SPRO1000 | v.1 | Introduction to Screen Practice | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| THTR1001 | v.1 | Acting Fundamentals | 9.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| CWRI2002 | v.1 | Writing Short Fiction | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| CWRI5000 | v.1 | Writing Long Fiction | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| SCWR5000 | v.1 | Introduction to Screen Writing for Graduates | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| THTR5000 | v.1 | International Theatre | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| VISA5010 | v.1 | Advanced Discipline Masterclass | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| AUVS5001 | v.1 | Interdisciplinary Practice | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| MGMT6037 | v.1 | Entrepreneurship and Creativity | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| COMS6001 | v.1 | Advanced Critical Reflection | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
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