Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media

1 year full-time

Learning and teaching

RMIT offers a variety of learning and teaching approaches including lectures, seminars, studios, workshops, presentations, group discussions and syndicate work. These are primarily in English. You will have access to the Learning Hub and other online and digital resources through the myRMIT student portal.

Ongoing assessment throughout the semester includes examinations, essays, reports, oral classes, presentations, group projects, research projects, laboratory projects and practical assignments.

Program structure

You'll be admitted into the lowest level in the training package and upon successful completion of each qualification level, you'll apply to commence the next qualification level.

Year 12 applicants typically apply for either the Diploma of Screen and Media or Diploma of Interactive Digital Media and complete the suite of 2 programs over 2 years full-time.

After you have completed either of the two Diploma programs, you are encouraged to continue your studies in the Advanced Diploma.

You'll focus on following key areas:

• advanced interactivity
• concept development
• games
• group productions
• independent production
• sound design.

The following program structure(s) is an example of what students are currently studying in this program.

You'll be encouraged to find part-time, casual or volunteer work in a range of screen and new media industries to develop and apply your knowledge and skills and to acquire workplace experience.

RMIT University is committed to providing you with an education that strongly links formal learning with professional or vocational practice.

You will develop aesthetic maturity and technical abilities in the creative disciplines of design, media and art.

Graduates have pursued careers as:

• graphic designers
• animators
• 3D visualisers and modellers
• web designers
• interface designers
• DVD designers
• producers
• art directors
• video producers
• sound designers
• game designers
• teachers
• researchers
• digital artists.

While many find work in companies, others instigate their own successful freelance practice through the industry networks developed as students.

You must meet the University entry requirements for this type of program.

Program entry requirements

Successful completion of the Diploma of Screen and Media or Diploma of Interactive Digital Media or a recognised post secondary Diploma or Certificate in a relevant discipline. Applicants with post secondary work experience in this field will also be considered.

Prerequisites

None

Selection tasks

None

1. Check program entry requirements and confirm you're eligible.

2. Check and complete the selection tasks (if applicable) by the nominated date - these tasks are listed in the program entry requirements.

3. Check if you are eligible for a Victorian Government subsidised place. If not you will need to apply for a full-fee place.

4. Check the table below for how to apply.

5. Apply using the appropriate method by the closing date.

Application method

* Some Certificate III and below programs are administered by direct application to RMIT.

Equity access

If circumstances have interrupted or disadvantaged your access to education, RMIT offers equity access schemes that allow selection officers to give applicants extra consideration, which may improve your prospects of studying at RMIT.

Tuition fees vary according to each program.

There are 2 tuition fee types:

• Victorian Government subsidised places where your fee is shared between you and the Victorian Government - if you meet the eligibility criteria
• full fees where you will be responsible for the full cost.

Fee assistance

As a TAFE student you may be eligible for the following:

• TAFE fee concession
• VET FEE-HELP loan scheme.

RMIT awards more than 2000 scholarships every year to recognise academic achievement and assist students from a variety of backgrounds. Learn more about RMIT Scholarships.

Other fees

In addition to tuition fees you will also pay the Student services and amenities fee (SSAF).

There may be other additional expenses and administrative fees associated with your studies.

Graduates of the following programs can progress to the Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media:

• Diploma of Screen and Media
• Diploma of Interactive Digital Media (multimedia plan of the Advanced Diploma).

Graduates of the Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media may apply for exemptions from the following degrees:

• Bachelor of Arts (Animation and Interactive Media)
• Bachelor of Arts (Fine Art)
• Bachelor of Design (Games).

Learn more about pathways or if you are eligible for credit transfer and recognition of prior learning.

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