Master of Media Arts and Production
University of Technology Sydney (UTS)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00099F
This course is designed for graduates in media production, or those with significant experience in the field, to allow them to advance their skills and theoretical understanding of the consumption and production of media products. The course further develops professional, specialised skills and knowledge in at least one area of media production: digital media, sound, interaction and moving image. With guidance from faculty experts, students can also create a major piece of production work in film, video, sound, radio, digital media, performance or installation.
Designed for
Graduates in media production, or those with significant experience in the field
Structure
Students complete 72 credit points of study made up of three core subjects and six elective/sub-major subjects. Full-time students are required to undertake 24 credit points a session. Part-time students should undertake 8 or 16 credit points a session.
Subjects
- Media arts and production
Standard entry requirements
UTS recognised bachelor degree, or equivalent higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate studies. For applicants with a bachelor's degree: the degree must be in the field of education, management and commerce, society and culture or creative arts. If the degree is not in these fields, applicants must also have a minimum of 2 years related work experience. Applicants must answer the employment question in the UAC application as employment experience is assessed according to the response provided. For applicants with a master, graduate diploma or graduate certificate: the degree can be in any field of study. If applicants have not met any of the requirements above, they must provide: a personal statement (approximately 500 words) explaining why they wish to study the course, and a CV which should include details of paid and voluntary work or other experience.
Study pathways
This course is part of an articulated program comprising the Graduate Certificate in Media Arts and Production, the Graduate Diploma in Media Arts and Production and the Master of Media Arts and Production. Students who have successfully completed the graduate certificate or the graduate diploma in the articulated program are eligible for credit recognition for completed subjects.
Further information
Career options include taking part in a creative team as writer, producer or director, or working in particular roles in production and post-production of moving image, sound, digital media and interaction. Graduates have the capacity and experience to develop, initiate and produce their own media projects.
