Master of Screenwriting
A professional screenwriting degree taught by industry experts, blending craft workshops, mentorship, and direct industry engagement.
Best for:Best for aspiring screenwriters with a passion for storytelling, seeking industry mentorship and direct engagement with film and television professionals.
Overview
The Master of Screenwriting at the University of Melbourne is a hands-on, industry-aligned programme designed for aspiring screenwriters. Led by practicing professionals, it combines theoretical lectures, practical workshops, and one-on-one mentorship to develop compelling scripts for film and television. Students engage in script development hothouses, Q&A sessions with filmmakers, and pitch their final projects to industry producers, often securing professional placements. The programme emphasizes both artistic vision and market readiness, preparing graduates for careers in screenwriting and script development.
What you'll do
- Attend lectures, workshops, and screenings focused on screenwriting craft and storytelling principles.
- Develop and refine scripts through intensive modules tailored to feature films and television.
- Receive one-on-one mentorship from professional screenwriters to guide script development.
- Participate in script development hothouses and Q&A sessions with visiting filmmakers.
- Pitch final projects to industry producers and TV commissioners for potential professional placements.
Requirements
Degree required: A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a cognate area (e.g., film, media, communications) OR a bachelor’s honours degree or equivalent in a non-cognate area OR a three-year undergraduate qualification with graduate study or relevant work experience OR a minimum of six years of documented relevant work experience in film and television with evidence of artistic achievement.
Language: English proficiency (not explicitly stated but implied for academic programme).
Instruction: English
- Proven ability to write or demonstrate artistic achievement in film/television-related fields.
- Commitment to developing professional screenwriting skills.
- Ability to engage in collaborative workshops and mentorship.
- Australian or New Zealand citizenship, permanent residency, or eligible visa status (not explicitly stated but implied for admission).
- No age restrictions mentioned.
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How to apply
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Applicants must submit an online application through the University of Melbourne’s graduate admissions portal. Required documents typically include academic transcripts, a personal statement, a writing sample, and proof of English proficiency if applicable. Additional materials may be requested based on eligibility criteria.
- Academic transcripts
- Personal statement
- Writing sample (portfolio or script excerpts)
- Proof of English proficiency (if required)
- CV/Resume
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