Course Curriculum

The course structure requires all students to complete and pass eight units, each worth one credit point, along with one compulsory zero-credit module. Starting from Trimester 2, 2024, international students must also complete an additional compulsory module at no credit value. Students are advised to select their units according to the major they intend to pursue at Deakin University. The available units cover a wide range of topics relevant to film, television, animation, journalism, communication, advertising, design, and criminology. Examples include foundational courses such as "Screening History," "Writing with the Camera," and "Principles of Animation," as well as more specialized units like "Designing 3D Animated Environments," "Introduction to Public Relations," and "Creative Brand Communication." Other units focus on practical skills in media production and communication, including "Making Social Media," "Making Video," and "Digital Photography." The course also offers foundational modules in crime and criminology, design thinking, typography, interaction design, and user experience fundamentals. All students must complete the mandatory "Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin" module, which is required for maintaining academic standards. Additionally, there is a language development module available to support students. This flexible course structure allows students to tailor their studies to align with their career goals and interests within the creative, communication, and media industries, ensuring they gain both theoretical knowledge and practical skills essential for success.