Diploma of Screen and Media (1 years)

About the course

Develop practical skills for work in screen and media with a focus on post-production. You’ll build capabilities in areas such as video editing, 3D modelling and animation, concept development and visual effects, aligned to current industry workflows. The Diploma of Screen and Media prepares creative learners for entry into the interactive and screen media sector with an emphasis on post-production practice. The programme provides practical media, writing, and presentation skills for paraprofessional communication roles.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles in screen and interactive media, particularly post-production environments. Career paths may include video editor, assistant editor, motion graphics or visual effects assistant, junior animator, post-production assistant, or content creator for digital platforms. The Diploma of Screen and Media supports employment across production houses, agencies and in-house content teams needing post-production and screen media skills. Preparing graduates for media assistant, content support, and communication coordinator roles, or degree articulation.

Living Costs in Gold Coast**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 22 - 29	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,564 - 2,068	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,096 - 1,449
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 234 - 310

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)