Core units
Project Development for Graduate Film: During this unit you will prepare and develop the plans for your graduate film.
Entrepreneurship for the Creative Industries: The cultural and creative industries are increasingly dependent on new forms of economic engagement, while creative individuals increasingly expect to have ‘portfolio careers’. The aim of this unit is to explore some of the tools, skills and strategies that can be utilised to build a career as an independent producer or freelance worker in the contemporary creative industries.
Graduate Film Project: You will have the opportunity to work together or individually to produce a film of your choice, package it appropriately and develop a critical analysis of its strengths and weaknesses.

Option units semester one (choose one):
Independent Research Project: This unit aims to give you the opportunity to critically examine a research question of your choice, using original primary research. The aim is for you to engage with a question that is pertinent to you, and learn the skills of how to research it effectively.
Understanding Distribution: Specifically focusing on film distribution, you will explore the issues around marketing, theatrical exhibition, festivals and the available platforms for filmmakers.

Option units semester two (choose one):
Career Pathways: During this unit you will learn about pitches, presentations and promoting yourself properly in front of industry.
Film Festivals for Makers & Curators: Arguably the first step for many graduates in the marketplace will be a film festival. This unit aims to inform you of the role of the festival and the strategies for succeeding at them.

Please note that option units require minimum numbers in order to run and may only be available on a semester by semester basis. They may also change from year to year.