POSTGRADUATE INFORMATION WEEK

Head of Animation Krista Jordan and alumna Julie Sam-Yue take you through the Master of Arts Screen: Animation, focusing on course structure, the development process for animation and visual effects and the benefits of collaborating with other disciplines.

Head of Screen Business Peter Herbert and recent graduate David Hov discuss key outcomes of the Master of Arts Screen: Business and Leadership, give a student’s perspective and share recent alumni projects.

Head of Cinematography Kim Batterham ACS leads a discussion with two current students about the Master of Arts Screen: Cinematography and takes us behind the scenes of the impressive AFTRS studios.

Head of Directing Rowan Woods and senior lecturer Megan Simpson Huberman host an in-depth discussion with recent directing graduates Shannon Ashlyn and Hattie Archibald on the course that launched their careers, the Master of Arts Screen: Directing.

Head of Documentary Richard Welch and lecturer Alejandra Canales discuss the Master of Arts Screen: Documentary, highlighting access to industry, collaboration and offer a preview of some upcoming student projects.

Head of Editing Roland Gallois and senior lecturer Phillippa Harvey take you into AFTRS post-production facilities, share artefacts from current students and alumni and answer all your questions about the Master of Arts Screen: Editing.

Head of Music Cameron Patrick and senior lecturer Greg Wise demonstrate the uniqueness of the Master of Arts Screen: Music and discuss the music of recent student projects.

Head of Producing Lyn Norfor and lecturer Karen Radzner offer insights into the Master of Arts Screen: Producing, live from the AFTRS studios.

Head of Production Design Igor Nay, on location in the AFTRS set and props-construction workshop, along with lecturer Natalie Beak and graduates Emma Bourke and Laura Anna Lucas, give you a glimpse of the facilities and discuss opportunities available to the Master of Arts Screen: Production Design.

Head of Screenwriting Dr. Pieter Aquilia and senior lecturer Kate Stone offer an overview of the Master of Arts Screen: Screenwriting before engaging in a conversation with current students and highlighting some projects focussed on writing for audio.

Head of Sound Stephen Murphy and Senior Lecturer Mark Ward take us on a behind-the-scenes tour of AFTRS’ state-of-the-art mix theatre and recently upgraded sound design equipment, plus find out more about the Master of Arts Screen: Sound from a current student.

Head of Radio Fyona Smith leads a conversation with other radio lecturers on the career-accelerating Graduate Diploma in Radio, ahead of a special panel discussion featuring recent radio graduates.

2020

6 JUL – Applications open for 2021 intake
6-11 JUL – Postgraduate Information Week
8 AUG – Open Day
10 AUG – Scholarship applications open
31 AUG – Applications close – postgraduate
9 NOV – Applications close – undergraduate
9 NOV – Scholarship applications close

2021

5 JAN – Offer acceptances close
31 JAN – Upfront fee payment deadline
5 FEB – Enrolments close
22-26 FEB – Orientation

2021 Bachelor of Arts Screen: Production

2021 Master of Arts Screen

2021 Graduate Diploma in Radio

AFTRS’ postgraduate courses are based on entry by merit selection –

• Applicants for an AFTRS award course must satisfy admission requirements.
• Each AFTRS award course has its own specific entry requirements.
• Specific application tasks are to be completed as part of the selection process.

Find out more on eligibility, selection criteria and application tasks here.

There are two options for the payment of fees:

• Up-front Payment
• FEE-HELP

Eligible students may apply for FEE-HELP, the Australian government loan scheme, to pay all or some of their tuition fees. Detailed information concerning eligibility is available on the Study Assist website.

MAS DOMESTIC FEE:
$52,032 ($26,016 P.A.)

GDP DOMESTIC FEE:
$26,016 ($26,016 P.A.)

NB: the proposed Government reforms pertain to the university fee structure. AFTRS is not a university and our courses are not supported by commonwealth funding.

AFTRS domestic fees are frozen at the 2020 fee structure.

International fees will likely be reduced.

To inspire creativity and innovation, we want to work with students from diverse backgrounds. In order to achieve this, we offer a range of scholarships that recognise excellence and assist with the costs associated with higher education. Education is a worthwhile investment in your future, and there are various options to help you reach your study goals.

• Scholarship applications open:
  Mon 10 August 2020
• Scholarship applications close:
  Mon 9 November 2020

Scholarships on offer for the 2021 intake will be announced in the coming weeks here.

AFTRS currently welcomes international students for the Master of Arts Screen (offered in 10 disciplines) only.

Find out more here.

AFTRS is planning to return to full on-campus teaching and production practices in 2021. Should the government reintroduce enforced restrictions, we will adhere to COVID-Safe Guidelines and modify teaching practices accordingly.

AFTRS was instrumental in the development of new Australian Screen Production Industry COVID-Safe Guidelines. Learn more here.

The AFTRS Student Centre team will be hosting an information session on student experience and support initiatives. If you have any questions related to fees, FEE-HELP, scholarships, accommodation, or general enquiries about student life, feel free to drop in any time from 1.00 – 2.00 pm on Thursday 9 July. Join the Zoom: https://aftrs.zoom.us/j/96273910900

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