PG Dip in Arts specialisation in Screen Production

Screen Production provides practical experience of film and media making, embedded within a liberal arts programme that explores the history, aesthetics and technologies of film and media.
You will be encouraged to develop traditional and innovative skills for creating cinematic narratives, as well as gaining technical expertise from staff with strong links to the industry.
Screen and Production is not offered as a BA major, but you can take courses at undergraduate level or enrol in the postgraduate programme.

During these one-year programmes you can expect an intensive individual and group learning experience. We start with basic production management, shot composition and editing, and then take you through interviewing documentary subjects to advanced blocking and camera movement. You will direct actors in front of the class, pitch documentary ideas and cut trailers. You will also learn how to use editing software such as EP Scheduling and Final Draft.
You will finish the year with a creative project. Depending on your area of focus, you will complete your own 10-minute short film or documentary, and/or write a feature screenplay

Films produced by our students have screened at major international film festivals, including Venice, London and New York, and been included in the New Zealand International Film Festival.
We are proud of our close relationship with industry, as evidenced by our Industry Board of Advisors and the number of graduates who have successfully secured work in the industry.

Prerequisite: A major in Screen Production, or an equivalent subject approved by the Academic Head or nominee

Complete 120 points comprising:

At least 90 points from Courses from the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) major in Screen Production, and
0 to 30 points from Courses from the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Schedule, and
0 to 30 points from UOFAK - University of Auckland Other Courses

Selected courses must include exactly 120 points at level 700.

Courses from the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) major in Screen Production

Complete at least 90 points from the following:

SCPR-BA(Hons) - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) major in Screen Production (120 points)

Courses from the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Schedule

Complete 0 to 30 points from the following:

BA(Hons) - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) (120 points)

Selected courses must be approved by all Academic Heads concerned.

Other Courses

Select between 0 and 30 points from University of Auckland.

Selected courses must be approved by all Academic Heads concerned.

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