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Bachelor of Creative Arts (Screen)

at Flinders University · Adelaide, South Australia

CRICOS course code

043144F

CRICOS provider code

00114A

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

3 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$95,600 total

Per year

A$31,867/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Bachelor of Creative Arts (Screen) at Flinders University in Adelaide is designed to cultivate creative talent and technical expertise for a career in the screen industries. Across three years of full-time study, students engage in an immersive curriculum that explores scriptwriting, directing, producing, cinematography, editing, sound, and the critical analysis of screen cultures. Through practical learning and hands-on projects, students work individually and in teams to create original screen content, gaining experience with the latest digital production tools and industry workflows.

This bachelor degree is structured with units of study that carry assigned credit points, giving students a foundation in core screen disciplines before progressing to advanced electives and specialised topics. The programme often includes opportunities for work-integrated learning, allowing students to participate in professional placements or collaborative industry projects with Australian film and screen organisations. The course typically culminates in a capstone project, such as the production of a short film or a creative research assignment, demonstrating both artistic vision and technical capability.

Graduates will develop crucial skills such as storytelling, project management, digital media literacy, problem-solving, and interdisciplinary teamwork. The degree also helps students build a professional portfolio, essential for entry into Australia's competitive screen industry. This course suits aspiring filmmakers, editors, production coordinators, writers, and those wishing to pursue creative, technical, or management roles in the diverse media and entertainment sectors.

Adelaide's vibrant creative arts scene provides valuable industry networks and practical placement opportunities. International students are required to meet Flinders University's English proficiency standards and are eligible for up to 48 hours per fortnight of part-time work during semesters. After finishing the degree, graduates may be eligible to apply for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream. For detailed information about units, credit points, and admissions, consult the official Flinders University course page.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Film and television director
Screenwriter
Editor or post-production specialist
Producer or production manager
Cinematographer or camera operator
Production coordinator in film, television, and digital media
Content creator for advertising, corporate, and digital platforms
Roles in Australia's film, television, advertising, and creative industries

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Creative Arts (Screen) at Flinders University?

It typically takes 3 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$95,600 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Film and television directorScreenwriterEditor or post-production specialistProducer or production managerCinematographer or camera operatorProduction coordinator in film, television, and digital mediaContent creator for advertising, corporate, and digital platformsRoles in Austr...

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