Everything you need to know about AFTRS Award Courses.
You’ll hear from our experienced industry-connected staff, discover how our degrees are structured to meet sector needs, get first-hand insights into the student experience and find out how we’ll support you to succeed.
BACHELOR OF ARTS SCREEN: PRODUCTION
A full-time, three-year program for aspiring filmmakers ready to shape the future of Australian screen. Designed to launch your career and in line with industry needs, this course equips you with hands-on production skills for multiple formats and experience in creative roles, with real-world opportunities through industry placements.
Learn from industry practitioners and graduate ready to join the creative sector as a multi-skilled content creator.
Applications for the Bachelor of Arts Screen: Production close 8 October.
Learn more about the Bachelor of Arts Screen: Production.
For more information on how to apply, review the Bachelor of Arts Screen: Production 2026 Application Guidance Notes.
GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN RADIO AND PODCASTING
This program is designed to meet the evolving needs of the Australian radio and podcast industry. Its flexible delivery allows you to study online or on campus, and you can choose one to four subjects per semester.
Gain hands-on experience producing live broadcasts, explore a range of formats, and develop advanced skills in announcing, audio production, podcasting, writing and more. Learn from established industry practitioners and graduate ready to join the broadcast sector as a multi-skilled content creator.
Applications for the Graduate Diploma in Radio and Podcasting close 4 November.
Learn more about the Graduate Diploma in Radio and Podcasting.
For more information on how to apply, review the Graduate Diploma in Radio and Podcasting 2026 Application Guidance Notes.
And don't forget to register for our Postgrad Info Nights on 2 & 3 September!
MASTER OF ARTS SCREEN
Delivered in nine disciplines – Directing, Producing, Screenwriting, Cinematography, Editing, Production Design, Sound Design, Music and Documentary – the Master of Arts Screen program is designed for emerging screen professionals ready to deepen their craft and lead with confidence in a rapidly evolving industry.
Through hands-on learning, critical reflection and collaboration, you’ll graduate prepared to excel as a creative leader in the screen sector.
Applications for the Master of Arts Screen close 23 September.
Learn more about the Master of Arts Screen.
For more information on how to apply, review the Master of Arts Screen 2026 Application Guidance Notes.
And don't forget to register for our Postgrad Info Nights on 2 & 3 September!
CAREERS PANEL: YOUR CAREER IN SCREEN AND AUDIO - INSIDER ADVICE
Motion picture and sound recording in Australia are multi-billion dollar activities employing over 55,000 people and rapidly growing. In this session you’ll hear from AFTRS CEO Dr Nell Greenwood and AFTRS alumni working in industry about the future of careers in the screen and audio sector.
MASTER OF ARTS SCREEN: BUSINESS
Designed for a new generation of screen leaders, the Master of Arts Screen: Business is Australia’s foremost screen business course. The program is designed to accelerated the careers of screen media practitioners, delivering high-quality content to producers, developers, broadcasters, filmmakers, creative arts managers, founders, and many, many screen sector entrepreneurs.
Its flexible delivery allows you to study online or on campus, and you can choose one to four subjects per semester.
Applications for the Master of Arts Screen: Business close 4 November.
Learn more about the Master of Arts Screen: Business.
For more information on how to apply, review the Master of Arts Screen: Business 2026 Application Guidance Notes.
And don't forget to register for our Postgrad Info Nights on 2 & 3 September!
GUIDED TOURS
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