OverviewAbout this course
Set up your career in the screen and media industry by combining practical business skills with your evolving creative expertise. Confidently move into senior roles like screenwriter or games designer and open up further career and study opportunities.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Evaluate different creative business practices and identify ways of costing and selling creative work
Evolve ideas using critical thinking and research
Direct camera and lighting crews according to production requirements
Participate in workplace discussions and meetings, in a positive and constructive manner
Record sound effects
Test special makeup effects that are applied to performers' skin and scalp
Identify hazards relating to your area of practice and use relevant methods, templates and tools to manage these
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
A nationally recognised qualification at advanced diploma level
Skills and knowledge to accelerate your career
A strong pathway to continue your study and enhance your career opportunities
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Entry requirements
This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
Successful completion of the Diploma of Screen and Media as evidenced by a copy of your transcript or certificate, or
Equivalent skills, knowledge and experience in a relevant specialisation area such as film and video, radio/content production, animation/games and production design as evidenced by a copy of a resume
The ability to attend an interview prior to enrolment which may include a skills assessment
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
A collaborative and positive approach to teamwork
An aptitude for both technical and creative work
Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) at a Year 12 high school level
TAFE NSW may ask you to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills test.
This skills test helps us to understand your individual study needs, to design an individualised plan that supports your study success and ensures your LLN skills match the demands of the course.
If you need help preparing for study, contact us about your options.
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
PathwaysFuture career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like: animation designer, screenwriter, artistic director, director of photography, special effects designer, games designer, producer (film and television) and radio station manager and director.
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study2 Courses
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
Further study1 Course
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
Related study1 Course
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 16 units of competency, including 4 core and 12 speciality units.
Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Work professionally in the creative arts industryCUAIND611
Establish and maintain safe creative practiceCUAPPR515
Engage in the business of creative practiceCUAPPR613
Evolve ideas for professional creative workCUAPPR615
TAFE NSW servicesFacilities and support
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.
TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support
TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)
TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service
TAFE NSW Libraries
Scholarship programs – be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential
Read&Write literacy and study support software is available free for all TAFE NSW students to use while studying on campus and at home
LinkedIn Learning – an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills
Student associations – get social with our student community
Info sessionsWant to know more?
There are a total of 11 information sessions planned for this course. They'll take place at different locations across the state.
You can select a study option below to see the sessions available. Or you can view all sessions related to Aboriginal Cultural Programs