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Undergraduate subject

Screenwriting

23 November 2023
Screenwriting studies teach you to create your own screenplays, from structure and formatting to tying elements of a story together.
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Overview


Screenwriting

Introduction

A good story leaves a lasting impression, and can even transform the way we view our own lives. Having the ability to write engaging characters, riveting plotlines, and complex worlds is one of the most creative skills we can have.

Screenwriting studies will teach you to create your own screenplays, from structure and formatting to tying elements of a story together.

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What will my study involve?

  • Develop your own scripts and screenplays, including structure, character development, storyboarding, lore, and world-building.
  • The final year of study is dedicated to creating a commercial quality creative project for the digital screen.
  • You will have access to a range of filming, design, and computer lab spaces for you to collaborate with other students on creative projects.

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Courses

Screenwriting major

For the major in the Bachelor of Digital Screen with Honours, complete the following courses:

200-level

300-level

At 400-level your compulsory courses in the degree will focus on Screenwriting projects.

Screenwriting minor

For the minor in the Bachelor of Digital Screen with Honours, complete the following courses:

For the minor in the Bachelor of Arts, Commerce, Health Sciences, Product Design, Science, Social and Environmental Sustainability, Sport, or Youth and Community Leadership, complete the following courses:

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Career opportunities

Your studies will develop your writing skills so you can cross genre and media platforms, and have the adaptability to work with other industry professionals.

Career pathways could include:

  • screenwriting
  • advertising and copy writing
  • creative producing
  • creative consultancy.

Find out more about what you can do with a degree from UC.

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