Program Overview
The Screenwriting at University of Melbourne is a Master programme in Humanities over 18 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Screenwriting programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 18 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: AUD 29,984 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 21,408 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Melbourne, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Screenwriting programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- CORE SUBJECTS\tPOINTS
- Writing for TelevisionCORE\t18.75
- Storytelling WorkshopCORE\t12.5
- Cinematic WritingCORE\t18.75
- CORE SUBJECTS\tPOINTS
- Major Screenwriting ProjectCORE\t37.5
- Script Development HothouseCORE\t12.5
- CORE SUBJECTS\tPOINTS
- Writing and RewritingCORE\t37.5
- Business of ScreenwritingCORE\t12.5
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- An undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification, with a GPA of 65% over the last two years of study;\xc2\xa0
OR - At least five years of documented relevant work experience related to film and television, with evidence of artistic ability and achievement or practice comparable to that expected of undergraduate degree holders in relevant disciplines;\xc2\xa0
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 29,984 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 21,408 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: AUD 29,984 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 21,408 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Melbourne directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Melbourne
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 18 months