Explore the world of film through its history, critical discussions, contemporary artists, and technologies while developing your own film portfolio.
There is strong competition for places in the Intermediate Year (first year) of the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) – see the degree page for information on entry requirements and how to apply.
For the major in the Bachelor of Fine Arts, complete the following courses:
200-level
300-level
At least one 300-level ARTH or CINE course must be completed if you want to be eligible for Honours in your fourth year.
400-level
If you are completing your fourth year at Honours level, you will take FINA601 Fine Arts Honours Research instead of the 400-level courses above.
Your works and experience throughout your studies explore both technical and non-technical aspects of film, television, and other creative visual industries.
Career pathways could include:
Find out more about what you can do with a degree in Fine Arts.
Choose an area that you are interested in and learn how UC’s range of study options can let you study what you want to.
Cinema Studies classes view films critically to reflect upon roles as spectators and consumers of cinematic images.
Cinema Studies classes view films critically to reflect upon roles as spectators and consumers of cinematic images.
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