Bachelor of Creative Arts (Film and Screen)

About the course

Develop storytelling and hands-on screen production skills across areas such as screenwriting, cinematography, virtual production and editing. You’ll work with industry-standard equipment in collaborative studios, build a portfolio through practical projects, and shape your study with electives or complementary disciplines to match your interests. This bachelor degree prepares you for creative practice in film and screen production. The programme combines disciplinary knowledge, applied learning, and graduate competencies for professional career entry.

Career outcome

Prepare for roles across film, television and digital screen production, with experience in key production and post-production workflows. Graduates may pursue work in directing, producing, cinematography, screenwriting, editing, sound, or content production for new and mobile platforms, supported by a portfolio developed through practical projects and screenings. This bachelor degree supports careers in the screen industries and related media fields. Preparing graduates for graduate employment, professional traineeships, and further postgraduate study.

Entry requirements

ATAR/Selection rank 70.00.

Living Costs in Brisbane**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,467 - 1,940	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,073 - 1,419
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 237 - 314

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)