Courses Handbook 2007 - [ Archived ]

309952 v.1 Master of Film and Television


MFTV(Curtin)

Course CRICOS Code: 055645G
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 1.5 Years

Introduction

This course is designed for those seeking to develop an understanding of creative screen production in the current environment through the development of critical and analytical understandings, as well as practical and professional skills orientated towards a career in film and television or a related area such as digital game creation, animation, multimedia or education. During the course students will also develop 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 understandings through applied practice in the form of a professional film, television or screen production project.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

A bachelor degree or equivalent in any discipline from a recognised institution, preferably with more than three years industry or professional experience, or a Graduate Diploma in Film and Television from Curtin, with a satisfactory performance that will contribute towards the master qualification.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability

One and a half years full-time study or part-time equivalent, available internally only.

Intermediate Awards I

A student who has completed the requirements of an approved intermediate award may apply for graduation in that award subject to approval from the Head of School/Department. Fees apply. Intermediate awards approved for this course are:

Intermediate Awards II

Graduate Diploma in Film and Television.

Course Organisation

The course consists of coursework units in both theoretical and practical aspects of screen production and analysis which lead to a major project in which students take on a particular role in the production process. Many coursework units involve individual assessment, while practical production activities are usually undertaken as a member of a group.

Career Opportunities

Graduates generally anticipate finding employment in the film and television industry, either locally, nationally or internationally, as the skills and abilities developed by students during the course are readily transportable around the world.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.

Course Structure

Hrs/Wk

Credit

Year 1 Semester 1
  SELECT 4 OPTIONS   100.0
  100.0

Year 1 Semester 2
  SELECT 4 OPTIONS   100.0
  100.0

Year 2 Semester 1
  SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF:   100.0
  100.0
 
Optional units (No year level specified) Hrs/Wk Credits
304279 v.2   Film and Television 511 - History of Screen Language 5.0 25.0
304281 v.2   Film and Television 512 - The Tradition of the Documentary 4.0 25.0
304285 v.2   Film and Television 513 - Drama - Style and Interpretation 4.0 25.0
304286 v.2   Film and Television 514 - News, Current Affairs and Actuality 3.0 25.0
304287 v.2   Film and Television 515 - TV Drama - Series, Soaps and Sitcoms 3.0 25.0
304288 v.2   Film and Television 516 - Thinking About Film 5.0 25.0
304289 v.2   Film and Television 517 - Asian Cinemas 5.0 25.0
304290 v.2   Film and Television 518 - Living with Television 3.0 25.0
304291 v.2   Film and Television 521 - Screen Production Techniques 5.0 25.0
304293 v.2   Film and Television 522 - Documentary Workshop 4.0 25.0
304294 v.2   Film and Television 523 - Drama Workshop 4.0 25.0
304305 v.2   Film and Television 524 - Broadcast Video Workshop I 4.0 25.0
304306 v.2   Film and Television 525 - Broadcast Video Workshop II 3.0 25.0
304308 v.2   Film and Television 533 - Advertising and Music Videos 4.0 25.0
304310 v.2   Film and Television 534 - Production - Corporate Documentary 4.0 25.0
304313 v.2   Film and Television 541 -Screenwriting - Introduction 3.0 25.0
304314 v.2   Film and Television 542 - Screenwriting - Developing Dramatic Action 3.0 25.0
304315 v.2   Film and Television 543 - Screenwriting - Corporate Documentary 3.0 25.0
304316 v.2   Film and Television 544 - Screenwriting - The Interactive Screen 3.0 25.0
304317 v.2   Film and Television 545 - Screenwriting - Independent Documentary 3.0 25.0
304318 v.2   Film and Television 546 - Screenwriting - Writing for Drama 3.0 25.0
304319 v.2   Film and Television 592 - Independent Screen Project II 4.0 25.0
304320 v.2   Film and Television 591 - Independent Screen Project I 4.0 25.0
 
 
Optional Units to Select From in Year 2 Semester 1 Hrs/Wk Credits
310564 v.1 NB Media, Society and Culture 691- Master Project 2.0 100.0
310565 v.1 * Media, Society and Culture 693 - Master Project 2.0 50.0
310566 v.1 * Media, Society and Culture 694 - Masters Project 2.0 50.0
 
# Students can select two options instead of Professional Screen Project 692
* These units must be studied together and are for part-time students only
NB This unit must be completed by all full-time students
 

Availability

Year Location   All* Internal Partially Online Internal^ External Fully Online#
2007 Bentley Campus Semester 1   Y   Y  
2007 Bentley Campus Semester 2   Y   Y  
2008 Bentley Campus Semester 1   Y   Y  
2008 Bentley Campus Semester 2       Y  

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.

^Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.

#Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.



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