Coursework

Master of Film and Television

  • CRICOS code: 075498D

Admission criteria

To be considered for entry into this course, you must have:

  • An undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in any discipline, OR
  • At least six years of documented relevant professional work experience.

You will also be required to submit:

  • A portfolio.

Shortlisted applicants will also be required to attend an interview.

Meeting the published entry requirements for this course does not guarantee selection.

English language requirements

All applicants to the University of Melbourne must satisfy the English language requirements. This may be achieved in a number of ways, including recognised previous study taught and assessed entirely in English or an approved English language test. If you are from a non-English speaking background, the required standard of English for this degree is one of the following English proficiency test scores:
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  • If you need to undertake an English language test, you must meet one of the scores* below:

    • IELTS

      6.5


      with no band less than 6.0

      TOEFL

      79+


      with writing 21; speaking 18; reading 13; listening 13

      PEARSON

      58+


      with no communicative skill below 50

      CAMBRIDGE

      176+


      with no skill less than 169
    *Accepted tests: IELTS (Academic English Only); TOEFL Internet-based test; Pearson Test of English Academic; Cambridge English: Advanced/Certificate of Advanced English (CAE). If a test displays N/A, it means it is not accepted for this course.

About selection

When assessing applications, the Selection Committee will consider your previous studies and academic performance.

The Selection Committee may request additional information to clarify any aspect of an application, according to the University’s Academic Board rules regarding selection instruments.

Meeting the published entry requirements for this course does not guarantee selection.

The Selection Committee will also assess your portfolio and, if relevant to your application, your professional history.

The contents of your portfolio will depend on the specialisation you select.

Filmmaking specialisation

Your portfolio should contain:

  • a specified selection task that may include both visual and written elements, AND
  • a curriculum vitae (CV), AND
  • a 300-word artist statement, AND
  • a written outline for two short projects to make during the course (200 words each).

Screen Producing specialisation

Your portfolio should contain:

  • A 750-1000 word Statement of Intent that addresses the following:
    • Reflect on your personal and professional history. What has influenced your professional growth and has contributed to your decision to apply for this University of Melbourne program?
    • Why do you want to be a producer?
    • What are your long-term professional goals (new directions, opportunities, interests, skills, professional renewal, and work advancement), and how do you think this program would help you to meet them?
    • A curriculum vitae (CV).

If your application is shortlisted, you will also be invited to and assessed on your performance in an interview.

Additional information

If you discontinue the Master of Film and Television but have successfully completed the requirements of the Graduate Diploma in Film and Television, you will be eligible to apply to receive the graduate diploma as an exit award.

If your application is successful, you will be required to hold a current First Aid Certificate and Working with Children Check. These must remain valid for the duration of the course.

Graduate Access Melbourne (GAM)

We encourage domestic students to explore eligibility for Graduate Access Melbourne (GAM). GAM offers an opportunity for admission to this course even if your tertiary marks are below the standard entry requirements. GAM applicants may also be considered for financial bursaries and Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) where available.

GAM categories include coming from a rural area, being an Indigenous Australian, experiencing financial hardship or personal difficulties, having refugee status, or living with a disability or medical condition. In assessing applications, we look to balance opportunity and your capacity to succeed.

Advanced Standing

Prior studies may be credited towards your degree and potentially reduce the duration of your course. This is known as Advanced Standing (also known as credit or recognition of prior learning).
For additional, in-depth details on entry requirements and admissions for this course, refer to the University Handbook.
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