GraduateArts & Design
Master of Screenwriting
University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
About this program
The Master of Screenwriting at the University of Melbourne, taught by industry professionals, trains students in professional screenwriting aligned with their personal vision, through storytelling workshops analysing the universal essentials of narrative. The 150 credit point, 18-month practice-based program includes intensive modules on feature film and television writing, with one-on-one mentorships from professional screenwriters.
Graduates develop screenwriting skills for national and international industries, becoming confident writing and rewriting screenplays, with the option to continue into a research master's degree.
Fees & duration
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Course structure
Study plan in 2 parts
Year 1
- Storytelling Workshop
- Cinematic Writing
- Writing for Television
- Script Development Hothouse
- Major Screenwriting Project
Year 2
- Writing and Rewriting
- Business of Screenwriting
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Admissions
To be considered for entry into this course, you must: Have completed a bachelor degree (AQF7) or equivalent in a cognate (relevant) discipline. Cognate (relevant) disciplines include: screenwriting, film studies, screen studies, theatre and film arts, creative writing. Please note this is not a complete list of possible disciplines. Relevance is always assessed on a case-by-case basis. Or Have completed a bachelor honours degree (AQF8) or equivalent in any discipline. Or Have completed a bachelor degree (AQF7) or equivalent in any discipline. And Have completed at least 50 credit points, or equivalent, of graduate study (AQF8 or above) in any discipline. Or Have completed a bachelor degree (AQF7) or equivalent in any discipline. And Have two years of documented relevant experience. Or Have six years of documented relevant experience related to film and television, with evidence of artis
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