UOW Course Handbook : Major / Specialisation MAJ41932

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Overview

This major is available for students studying the Bachelor of Communication and Media, the Bachelor of International Studies, or as a secondary major for students in the Bachelor of Arts. The Global Screen Media major explores how digital screen media is changing in a global context. You will learn how … For more content click the Read More button below. At the same time, you will learn a suite of practical skills in screen production and transmedia storytelling that will enable you to express your own ideas creatively and with social impact.

This major is available for students studying the Bachelor of Communication and Media, the Bachelor of International Studies, or as a secondary major for students in the Bachelor of Arts.

The Global Screen Media major explores how digital screen media is changing in a global context.

You will learn how to produce innovative content for both niche and mainstream audiences and learn how screen and entertainment media are financed, produced and distributed around the world. You will develop expertise in analysing the language of visual media, while you explore the movies, TV shows and newer media forms that are emerging with specific audiences in mind.

At the same time, you will learn a suite of practical skills in screen production and transmedia storytelling that will enable you to express your own ideas creatively and with social impact.

Delivery

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Structure

A major in Global Screen Media consists of at least 48 credit points as outlined below.

48 Credit points

Year 16 Credit points

Year 218 Credit points

Year 318 Credit points

Elective6 Credit points

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