Online Digital Media Production Degree :: Accredited Universities

Interactive digital media helps drive today's communication and entertainment fields. If the diverse arenas of video, audio and web design intrigue you, consider the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Digital Media Production degree program at Sanford-Brown's IADT School of Design.

Our bachelor-level Digital Media Production program offers students the opportunity to showcase their current talents and discover new ones in areas such as motion graphics, screenwriting, video editing, and digital audio and video production. Start gaining the skills and practical experience you need by enrolling in Sanford-Brown's Bachelor of Fine Arts in Digital Media Production degree program today!

Entry Requirements

Applicants should have completed high school diploma or graduation from an institution providing secondary education.

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This course provides students with the knowledge and skills to become designers and developers within the creative industries by allowing them to specialise in web development and design or new media design. Additional elective units are available from related areas in communication design or contemporary music are also encouraged. The course focuses on high-end technologies, software and theories to enable students to become multi-skilled professionals and creative graduates in areas such as animation, video production, communication, interactive design, graphic design, digital media, film, television, gaming, music, sound and web design.

The Bachelor of Creative Arts and Industries (New Media Design) is part of a suite of professional creative courses for the cultural industries available through Charles Darwin University which enables students to also take suites of study from the creative study options in music, visual arts and communications. Within each of these discipline pathways, there are alternative study plans that allow a student to explore a particular strength. Opportunities to develop and apply creative industries skills and knowledge are facilitated by an emphasis on seeking solutions for a range of real world projects and challenges.

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Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

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Digital video is a powerful communication tool that reaches millions of people who turn to electronic media for their news and entertainment every day. That popularity has created a growing demand for artists with the visual and technical skills to produce material for a variety of different outlets, including broadcast television, websites, mobile devices, and independent feature films.

Full Sail’s online Digital Cinematography Bachelor of Science Degree Program prepares you for this emerging landscape by merging the artistic concepts of traditional filmmaking with the technological tools that can be utilized in everything from independent news gathering and documentary filmmaking to commercial production and web video.

A range of technical courses deepen your understanding of digital video by breaking down the logistics of production, including lighting and cinematography. You’ll also become familiar with the ways you can troubleshoot technical issues in the field.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have completed High school/secondary school.

International Applicants
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- Complete an interview with your Admissions Representative

- Enrollment Application

- Application fee of $40.00

- Seat deposit of $200.00 (campus degrees only)

- High school/secondary school transcript

- Financial guarantee

- Verification of language proficiency (if your native language is not English)

- Copy of the identification page of your passport

- Signed and dated Enrollment Agreement

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The Bachelor of Arts in Digital Film with an Emphasis in Screenwriting degree develops leaders in the fields of narrative film and video production in roles such as director, cinematographer, editor, sound mixer, videographer, producer and screenwriter. This screenwriting degree prepares students to become filmmakers or to specialize. The program is built on developing a strong foundation in the narrative storytelling, creativity, technical skills, and hands on experience necessary to design and deliver poignant messages.

Students enrolled in the screenwriting degree will be provided with information on the impact, use and history of entertainment guilds and unions. Students have the opportunity to analyze and implement advanced techniques in creating cinema screenplays, including using traditional storytelling and classic mythology. In addition, students are provided with the skills to learn to adapt various forms of media into screenplays.

Digital film students will gain an introduction to cinema, including a study of the multiple eras and movements in film history. The technical and aesthetic aspects of small format digital production are explored as well as the basic principles of motion picture production. The process beyond the creation of the production, including film financing, budgeting and distribution is also examined. Students are provided with skills and experience in acting and directing, as well as cinematography and screenwriting.

Entry Requirements

Applicants interested in earning their bachelor's degree online must meet the following requirement:

High School Transcripts - Applicants are required to submit official high school transcripts with a cumulative, unweighted grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 or above.
Applicants holding their GED should refer to the University Policy Handbook for separate requirements.

Transferring from Another College, University or Program
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Applicants with 25 or more transferable credits from an accredited, GCU-approved college, university or program may be accepted to the university if they have an unweighted GPA of 2.25 or above. For more information about our transfer policies, visit GCU's online Transfer Center.

Second Bachelor's Degree
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Applicants who have already earned a bachelor's degree from GCU or another institution but are interested in pursuing a second bachelor's degree may be accepted to the university if they meet the minimum admission standard of an unweighted GPA of 2.0 or above.

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CSU's Bachelor of Media Communication offers core subjects in technical and creative areas of media communication as well the opportunity to specialise.

This is a professional communication degree available by distance education. The degree offers core subjects in technical and creative areas of media communication plus the opportunity to specialise according to your professional interests.
You will study core subjects in the following areas:
Media communication and globalisation, visual communication, fundamentals of design, production planning, professional writing, introduction to digital imaging, digital media, visual communication, media ethics and public policy, project management, media audiences and public opinion, directing information programs.

In addition you will choose two of the following minor sequences:
Graphic design, advertising, journalism, marketing, media production, public relations and organisational communication.

The course uses online technologies to achieve a high-level of interactivity in particular subjects, and promotes small group work through the use of online communication.

Students completing the degree will have:

acquired professional, craft and research skills in media and communication

developed an understanding of the impact of technological change on professional communication, particularly in relation to online technologies

understood the legal and ethical issues facing media and communication practitioners in their areas of professional activity

gained knowledge of a variety of theoretical frameworks, research methods and techniques that can be applied to professional practice

developed skills in using digital equipment and software related to professional specialisations of journalism, advertising, public relations, graphic design, multimedia or photography

understood the professional routines, expectations and client relationships involved in these communication specialisations

understood the impact of changing media and communication technologies on social, cultural, economic and political issues

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developed appropriate research skills to equip them for lifelong learning.

Entry Requirements

NSW and interstate school leavers are normally selected on the basis of their ATAR, however you may also be admitted on the basis of a strong performance in subjects relevant to your course preferences.

Mature aged students and those completing courses in relevant areas at other universities and tertiary institutes are eligible for admission to the course.

The principle criteria used to assess applications are:
capacity to pursue tertiary studies
motivation to pursue tertiary studies in professional communication
demonstrated potential for writing, media production, and research
relevant professional and industry experience

Students entering this course must have computer access, access to the Internet and to a digital camera. Their computer must be capable of running image manipulation and editing software, at a level to be specified. The ability to use a word processing program such as Microsoft Word is a prerequisite for entry to the course.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees ($100/course)

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

Incidental unit costs

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