CUA51020 Diploma of Screen and Media (Animation, Gaming and Visual Effects)
Unleash your creativity and bring your ideas to life
This course provides the skills and knowledge to start your career in the world of animation, gaming and visual effects.
Students gain hands-on experience with industry-standard software and develop a diverse portfolio of work.
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The Diploma of Screen and Media provides comprehensive training in the latest techniques and technologies used in animation, gaming, visual effects, and immersive media production.
Key topics covered include:
- learn to create highly detailed 3D environments, props, and assets.
- explore the principles of game design, level design, and game engines like Unity or Unreal to build interactive gaming experiences.
- study emerging technologies learning to develop immersive and interactive applications. Learn design principles and best practices for crafting compelling user experiences in immersive media environments.
- gain specialised skills in creating engaging VR experiences, implementing user interactions, and optimizing for VR hardware.
- develop skills in audio recording, editing, mixing, and sound design for various media projects, including games, animations, and podcasts.
- master video editing techniques, motion graphics, compositing, and visual effects using industry standard applications
With a well-rounded education in these cutting-edge fields, graduates will be well-equipped to pursue diverse career opportunities in the dynamic world of animation, gaming, and visual effects.
This pathway provides training for individuals to develop skills and knowledge in:
- environmental 3D modelling
- game design and development application
- immersive interactive technologies
- virtual reality (VR) development
- immersive experience design
- audio production and podcasting
- video editing and motion graphics
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Semester 2, 2024
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Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
| CUAIND412 Provide freelance services | $173.70 | $10.50 |
| CUAIND512 Enhance professional practice using creative arts industry knowledge | $318.45 | $10.50 |
| CUAPPR411 Realise a creative project | $318.45 | $10.50 |
| CUAPPR515 Establish and maintain safe creative practice | $144.75 | $10.50 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
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$434.25 | $38.25 |
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$405.30 | $34.00 |
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$347.40 | $29.00 |
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$231.60 | $30.00 |
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$231.60 | $30.00 |
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$289.50 | $23.75 |
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$405.30 | $41.25 |
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$289.50 | $23.75 |
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$376.35 | $39.25 |
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$347.40 | $30.25 |
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$231.60 | $19.25 |
Indicative fees and charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers.