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Bachelor of Film

Sydney, Australia
3 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

A 12-month full-time Master of Arts in Film taught in the School of Design, Arts and Creative Industries on Northumbria's City Campus in Newcastle.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (2 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Critically evaluate concepts and methods in Film to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Independent Film
Screenwriting. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Career outcomes

Filmmaker
Content creator
Producing
Publishing
Journalism
Cultural programming
PhD research

Curriculum

12-month full-time taught master's programme. Core modules include How To Get A Film Made
Independent Film
Screenwriting
Major Project
Applicants should normally have:. Teaching and assessment details are given on the programme page.

Entry requirements

Academic

International applicants must be 18 or over on arrival and hold an Australian Year 12 (SSCE) or equivalent
Computer science
IT and VFX courses also accept an equivalent of an Australian Certificate IV or above. Applicants without these can use Experience Based Entry. English: IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5)
Year 12 English
Or an SAE-approved academic English pathway.

Accepted academic background

Completion of an Australian Year 12 (SSCE) or equivalent qualification (some computer science, IT and VFX courses also accept an equivalent of an Australian VET Certificate IV or above), Aged 18 or over on arrival, English proficiency, Experience Based Entry (interview, CV, Statement, Portfolio) for applicants without formal entry qualifications.

Language tests

IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5)
TOEFL iBT 67
PTE Academic 52
Cambridge 169
IELTS Academic 6

Documents you’ll need

Completed application form
Academic transcripts
Graduation certificate when applicable
Passport copy
English proficiency evidence
Financial documentation
Program-specific supporting materials when required.

How to apply

Check the entry requirements and 2027 start dates (official website no deadline is published. Complete the online international student enrolment form (official website 3. Attach passport
Academic documents
English evidence and the Financial Declaration Form. Receive a Letter of Offer. Sign the Student Admissions Agreement
Pay the tuition deposit and arrange OSHC. Receive the eCoE
Then apply for the Student visa (subclass 500). Plan your arrival.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$30,024 AUD
Application fee	$100 AUD
Deposit	$5,000 AUD

Program details

Campus	Sydney campus
Faculty or school	Film
Department	Film
Teaching language	English
Credit value	288
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	2 years
Scholarship note	SAE University College may offer institutional, Merit-based, Departmental, Or international student scholarships to eligible applicants. Award value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
February 2027
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May 2027
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Program starts
September 2027
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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 3 years.