Course overview

SAE has a range of approaches to learning and teaching that can be activated to provide flexibility in the face of changing circumstances as required, to support student progression regardless of external factors.

SAE Film graduates have been involved with outstanding production companies, studios and networks, including Nine Network, Steam Motion and Sound, Fuel VFX, Foxtel, ABC and independent production companies.

SAE’s Bachelor of Film puts you in the spotlight from day one, helping you gain the practical experience and technical knowledge needed to launch yourself in the world of motion pictures.
Starting with the fundamentals and rolling through to the finer, more complex aspects of cinematography, you’ll acquire a very particular set of skills during your time at SAE. Whether it be directing actors, managing production, designing sets or editing footage you’ll gain a broad skill set backed by rich knowledge of current screen production practices.

In preparation for an industry that commands agility and adaptability, you’ll cut your creative teeth on projects alongside your peers. By the end of your course, you could be collaborating with fellow students across all SAE’s disciplines.

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Practical experience

Bachelor of Film students are provided with an opportunity to undertake workplace internships in the final trimester of study, which provides practical experience and helps to build a professional network. This is the proven and best way for students to develop the communication, self-promotion and employability skills they need to start a successful career in the creative media industries.

Fees and charges

SAE offers a range of options to help students fund their studies. Current SAE fee information.

Majors

Areas of study

Aesthetics and techniques, business and leadership skills, creative production approaches, employability skills in screen industry contexts, film, history and theory, media and cultural studies, post-production methods and techniques, production and post-production workflows, project management, screen industry best practices, screenwriting and drafting, story concept development.

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities

Video editor, producer, cinematographer, colourist, director, screenwriter, production designer, camera assistant.

Entry requirements

Review the captured standard entry requirements, English requirements and additional notes for this course.

Standard entry

SAE courses do not have an ATAR requirement.

Refer to the SAE general admission criteria.

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Student profile

Total students55

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Higher education entry<5 · <5%

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Secondary education41 · 75%

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Vocational pathway5 · 9%

9%

Other entry pathways5 · 9%

9%

International students<5 · <5%