Master of Screen Producing

The Master of Screen Producing at the University of Melbourne equips students with advanced skills in the art and business of screen production within Australia’s vibrant film and media landscape. Focusing on the practical, creative, and organisational aspects of screen content, the course covers a spectrum of disciplines, including project development, budgeting, scheduling, and leadership in producing screen works. Students engage with industry practice through case studies, workshops, and collaboration with creative professionals, reflecting the evolving demands of film, television, and digital media sectors in Australia.

This two-year master's degree is structured over multiple semesters and comprises a series of formally assessed units of study, with each unit assigned a specific credit point value in line with Australian higher education standards. The programme may feature a capstone project or a research-led component, offering students the opportunity to develop a significant screen production portfolio piece and to reflect upon their creative decision-making and leadership. Work-integrated learning and opportunities for professional networking are commonly integrated, fostering real-world connections with Melbourne’s thriving screen industry.

Graduates gain expertise in screen project management, team leadership, creative development, pitching projects, and understanding legal and financial structures in the Australian screen sector. Skills in critical thinking, communication, and digital technologies are honed throughout. This course is suitable for aspiring or early-career screen producers, production coordinators, and media professionals seeking comprehensive, practice-based training, as well as those looking to advance their creative leadership in an Australian context.

International students must demonstrate English proficiency, with minimum standards typically set at an IELTS Academic overall score of 6.0–6.5, or an accepted equivalent test. In Australia, students are eligible for work rights of 48 hours per fortnight during study, with the potential to apply for a Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) to pursue further work after graduation. Students are encouraged to confirm all details on the university’s official website and the CRICOS register.

• Screen Producer in film, television, or digital media productions
• Production Manager or Production Coordinator
• Development Executive or Scripted Content Developer
• Line Producer or Associate Producer
• Roles in screen industry organisations, festivals, or funding bodies
• Opportunities in Australian screen, broadcast, and streaming industries