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University of South Australia

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Bachelor of Arts (Screen Studies)

  • Bachelor

Study a degree that equips you with a deep understanding of the theoretical and practical aspect of theatre, music and drama and develops practical skills in production, research and analysis of film, television and other screen media forms.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
3 years full-time
Course Code
MBAA, 097505F
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
International Fees
$29,400 per year / $88,200 total
ATAR
70

About this course

Study a degree that equips you with a deep understanding of the theoretical and practical aspect of theatre, music and drama and develops practical skills in production, research and analysis of film, television and other screen media forms. This is a top ranked degree for overall graduate satisfaction and overall educational experience - in fact we're number one in South Australia for Humanities, Culture, and Social Sciences1.

This degree increases your employment prospects by enabling you to gain expertise in two different areas of interest.

There is also an opportunity to study a portion of your degree overseas, as part of the University's Hawke Ambassador Volunteer Experience Program. As part of this program you will volunteer with an international non-government organisation (NGO), usually in an overseas destination.

You could continue your studies with a Master of Teaching with one major and one minor Learning Area. If this interests you, please read How Do I Become a Teacher before selecting your courses.

12017 Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT).

Study locations

Magill

What you will learn

The Screen Studies major will equip you with critical analysis, writing, research, communication and production skills that can be applied to a range of media and professional work within the creative industries.

You will:

develop a comprehensive understanding of the historic and contemporary contexts that inform film, television and digital media
understand the theoretical and applied aspects of theatre, music and drama
research and analyse film, television and other screen media forms
create and analyse content across a range of media platforms

This degree allows you to select two majors ensuring you graduate with a broad knowledge of two areas of interest. You can choose a second major from the following:

* Please note that this major is only available to students whose second language is English.

In addition to your two majors, you will also be required to complete four courses from a selected list of minors (also from the above list), and two elective courses in an area of your interest.

You can gain an extra qualification and broaden your career prospects by completing a Diploma in Languages.

Career pathways

The nature of this degree means the employment prospects are broad and diverse. You may choose to work in a variety of areas in the creative industries including:

  • Film production, distribution and exhibition
  • Film and media-related journalism
  • Film festival programmer
  • Curator
  • Education and public programs
  • Arts administration and management
  • Arts and Culture Government Policy
  • Museums and Archives
  • Researcher

With additional qualifications you may choose to work in teaching, academia or policy research and development.