C6151 - Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media
Plan: C6151IM - Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media
Campus: City Campus
Overview
Program details
Purpose of the Program
Articulation and pathways
Entrance requirements
External accreditation and industry links
Student expenses and charges in addition to fees
Library, IT and specialist resources
Program details
Award title: Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media
Qualification national code: CUA60615
Nominal hours: 980
Career: TAFE
Duration: 1 Year - Full Time
Location: City Campus
Owning school: Media and Communication (345T)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/mediacommunication
CRICOS code: 094340B
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Purpose of the Program
This program will give you the framework and foundation skills to work in the interactive media industry. The program provides you with the broad base of skills necessary to develop a career within art, design, screen and media. The program provides a creative and supportive environment of artistic and technical investigation, while maintaining active links with graduates and industry.
The areas you will study in the Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media (Interactive Media) include:
- Digital imaging and graphic design
- 2D and 3D animation design
- Motion design, compositing and visual effects
- Interactive, web and games design theory and practice
- Cinema language theory and practice
- Concept development and previsualisation
- Sound Design
Our graduates are multi-skilled and trained to develop both technical and conceptual skills, greatly increasing their employment prospects. Whilst many work for traditional media production companies, others start successful freelance practices through industry networks created during their studies. Graduates enter the industry at various levels, working in roles that utilise skills such as graphic design, 2D and 3D animation design, interactive, web and games design, media/project production, art direction and sound design. Other graduates have built careers in teaching and research.
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Articulation and pathways
Credit arrangements between RMIT University programs enable you upon graduating from an RMIT University qualification to apply for a higher level qualification.
The following credit arrangements are in place:
| HE Program Code | Program Title | Amount of credit granted | Entry requirement | Duration of program after credit (credit points and equivalent years) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BP203 | Bachelor of Design (AIM) | Currently there is no credit arrangement from Vocational Education programs, however, students from C6151 Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media (Screen Plan) or C6151IM Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media (Interactive Plan) are encouraged to apply directly to the Bachelor of Design (Animation and Interactive Media) program, and would be considered for credit or RPL on a case by case basis. | ||
| BP214 | Bachelor of Design (Games) | 96 credit points, equivalent to 1 year | Guaranteed entry with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on successful completion of C6151IM Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media (Interactive Media) | 192 credit points equivalent to 2 years |
| BP221 | Bachelor of Communication (Media) | 144 credit points equivalent to 1.5 years | Minimum GPA of 3 will be given guaranteed entry Less than GPA of 3 may still apply and will be given a guaranteed interview | 144 credit points equivalent to 1.5 years |
| BP309 | Bachelor of Design (Digital Media) | 144 credit points equivalent to 1.5 years | Successful completion of the program will guarantee entry | 144 credit points equivalent to 1.5 years |
Pathways refer to related programs for which you may be eligible once you have graduated from your current program.
Upon successful completion of this program you may be eligible to undertake further studies in RMIT University programs, including Bachelor of Design (AIM), Bachelor of Design (Games), Bachelor of Communication (Media) and Bachelor of Design (Digital Media), subject to the program's entry requirements (see table above).
If you have already developed areas of skill and knowledge included in this program (for example, through prior studies or work experience), you can apply for credit once you have enrolled in this program. There is information on the RMIT University website about how to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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Entrance requirements
Entry requirements: Current Year 12 students must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent senior secondary school qualification) with a minimum 50% average.
Equivalent qualifications may also include completion of the RMIT Foundation Studies program or a recognised post-secondary diploma in the relevant discipline with the required grades.
Meeting the minimum academic requirements does not guarantee entry. Your application will still need to be assessed and accepted.
Selection Tasks:
Non-Year 12 applicants must submit a statement as part of the application explaining your reasons for wanting to study the course and include details of any relevant work or other experience.
International English language requirements:
- IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 5.5 (with no individual band below 5.0)
- TOEFL (Paper Based Test): minimum score of 530 (TWE 3.5)
- TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 71 (with minimum of 17 in all sections)
- Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 42 (with no communication band less than 36)
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 162 with no less than 154 in any component.
Please refer to the VTAC guide and/or RMIT website for additional information.
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External accreditation and industry links
In Australia there are no professional bodies that recognise or accredit programs in Interactive Media. However, this program is strongly supported by representatives from key industry areas. Course content and assessment is informed by industry through the Program Advisory Committee. The teachers in the program are all practitioners with current knowledge of trends and work practices. The industry experience you gain through your study will help you to establish industry links, in a range of areas across the interactive media industry.
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Student expenses and charges in addition to fees
Once you are enrolled as a student in this program you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees. Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.
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Library, IT and specialist resources
Library resources and services
As a student enrolled at RMIT University you can use all the services provided by the Library. These include study spaces, books, journals and course-related materials such as DVDs, past exams, and newspapers. You can also request items from any library in the world through our document delivery service.
RMIT Library staff can show you how to find the information you need for your assignments and how to make the most of the library resources. You can speak to a librarian, work through web-based tutorials or use our online “Ask a Librarian” service.
All students have unlimited access to our specialist electronic resources. These include e-books, e-journals and newspapers to make it easier for you to get the information you need, when you need it. Our collections are continually updated to ensure the currency and accuracy of the resources you use.
Computers are available at every Library site. You can access the Internet, myRMIT and Library e-resources. You can also access the RMIT University wireless network in the Library.
You can find more information on Library resources and services at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library
Online learning tools and content
You can access online learning tools and content for your program and associated courses at myRMIT.
Services available to you as a student at RMIT University
RMIT University provides resources and opportunities to help you to achieve your study and career goals.
Services are available face to face and online for:
- transition to tertiary study and learning
- study skills, academic skills including literacy, mathematics and basic sciences if relevant
- enabling assistance - if you have a disability, long term medical condition or other form of disadvantage which may impact on your learning
- career development and employment
- living and wellbeing (including advice on health, housing and financial matters)
- opportunities for scholarships, leadership and study abroad
- participating in arts, sport, recreation, fitness activities as well as student activism and university governance
We offer a friendly and supportive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. The Ngarara Willim Centre offers ongoing guidance with study, living and cultural needs.
You can find more information at http://www.rmit.edu.au/students
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