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2019 JOURNALISM,
MEDIA ARTS,
COMMUNICATION
AND ARTS
STUDY THEBE WITH
S A’s # 1
UNIVERSITY
F O R G R A D UAT E
N o. 1 CAREERS
QILT: Graduate Destinations Survey 2015 and Graduate
INSA
Outcomes Survey 2016–17 – Full-time Employment
Indicator. Public SA-founded universities only.
FOR STUDENT
S AT I S FA C T I O N
R A N K E D 2 6 th
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Questionnaire 2016–17.
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universities only.
IN THE WORLD'S
TOP 50 UNDER 50
2017 QS Top 50 Universities Aged Under 50
Y
EST
To be the best in
your field, you need a
university that offers
a choice of over 200
world-class degrees,
and is globally
recognised for its
teaching, research
and facilities.
GET CONNECTED
with Australia’s University of Enterprise
REAL CAREERS
We are number one in South Australia for
graduate careers.* We take a practical approach
to teaching and learning so that our graduates
can make a real impact in their chosen field.
*QILT: Graduate Destinations Survey 2015 and
Graduate Outcomes Survey 2016–17 – Full-time
Employment Indicator. Public SA-founded
universities only.
unisa.edu.au/careers
WORLD-CLASS FACILITIES
Be surrounded by impressive, purpose-built
facilities across all six campuses. Be supported
by the latest technologies including our fully
interactive online learning platform.
unisa.edu.au/campus-facilities
TOP RANKING TEACHERS
Make your study experience relevant and
learn from highly qualified academics and
industry professionals. UniSA is Australia's
best young university for teaching quality.
*Ranked Number 1, 2017 THE Top 200
Under 50 – Teaching Indicator.
GLOBAL EXPOSURE
Take part in international field trips, work
placements, internships, study tours,
short-term programs, volunteer opportunities,
conferences or a student exchange.
unisa.edu.au/globalopportunities
POWERFUL PARTNERSHIPS
Our learning is influenced by industry,
and the latest trends and demands. We
collaborate with over 2,500 companies
worldwide to bring our students placement,
project, research and work opportunities.
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STUDY ON DEMAND
Take full control over your study with our new 100%
online, career-focused degrees. Get online student
support seven days a week, plan your study to fit
around your life, access learning resources 24/7, and
log in to an online interactive learning environment
anywhere, any time and on any device.
Explore our range of degrees in:
ACCOUNTING
BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION
COMMUNICATION
COMMUNITY HEALTH
CRIMINAL JUSTICE
DIGITAL MEDIA
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
IT AND DATA ANALYTICS
MANAGEMENT
MARKETING
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE
PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE AND SOCIOLOGY
Take the next step and see if you’re eligible
by answering a few short questions.
unisaonline.edu.au
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Be immersed in the
No. 1 IN SA FOR GRADUATE CAREERS creative industries in a
IN COMMUNICATION AND
dynamic and connected
CREATIVE ARTS
QILT: Graduate Destinations Survey 2015 and Graduate Outcomes Survey
environment. Prepare for
2016–17 – Full-time Employment Indicator. Public SA-founded universities only.
a career in today’s creative
economy, learning how to
transform your ideas into
commercial products and
STUDY SA’S ONLY services. Explore diverse
JOURNALISM DEGREE areas such as virtual reality,
AND WRITE FOR AUSTRALIA’S communication, media,
BEST STUDENT PUBLICATION
film and television, visual
– VERSE MAGAZINE*
effects, social and digital
*2017 TAG Campuslink Awards
media, journalism, public
relations, performing arts,
creative writing, history
and cultural studies, and
HOME TO ONE OF SA’S LARGEST
sociology.
GREEN SCREENS
unisa.edu.au/study
JOURNALISM,
MEDIA ARTS,
COMMUNICATION
AND ARTS
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REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE
Complete an industry placement
or internship during your studies,
work on real-world projects and
go overseas on a study exchange
program. Work with the latest
industry-standard facilities and
technologies on campus. You can
even become a published writer
with our student publications –
Verse Magazine, The Globalist,
Piping Shrike and On the Record.
RISING SUN PICTURES
Study visual effects with
world-class artists from Rising
Sun Pictures, who have created
hundreds of sequences for
motion pictures including Thor:
Ragnarock and Tomb Raider.
Learn in their state-of-the-art
studios located in the Adelaide
CBD and train using the latest
high-tech equipment. Unleash
your creative and technical skills
and graduate with your own
professional showreel.
rsp.com.au
UNDERGRADUATE
Communication and Media / 8
Marketing and Communication / 9
Journalism and Professional
Writing / 10
Journalism and Creative
Writing / 10
Media Arts / 11
Music / 12
Communication / 13
Digital Media / 13
Arts / 14
POSTGRADUATE
Film and Television / 18
Compositing and Tracking / 19
Dynamic Effects and Lighting / 19
Public Relations / 20
Aboriginal Studies / 20
Professional Certificates / 22
RESEARCH
Masters by Research / 23
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) / 23
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CAMPUS SPACES
HARTLEY PLAYHOUSE / A hub for the
performing arts, this fully-equipped theatre
provides a platform for student learning and is
also used to host events and showcases.
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New SPACES
PRIDHAM HALL / A $50 million space that has transformed our
campus blueprint in the city’s west end; featuring a sports centre,
lap pool, gym, dance/aerobics studio, function rooms, and facilities
to seat 1800 students and their families for graduation ceremonies.
Discover the virtual fly-through at unisa.edu.au/pridhamhall
Image courtesy of Insight Visuals
(photographer Chris Oaten)
TV STUDIO / This space is home to
one of South Australia’s largest green
screens and the very latest production
technologies, located at Magill campus.
RISING SUN PICTURES / Learn in
state-of-the-art visual effects studios
located in the Adelaide CBD under the
guidance of world-class VFX artists. UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA CANCER RESEARCH
INSTITUTE / Located in SA’s health and biomedical precinct in
the Adelaide CBD, this $247 million building is the new leading
destination for health research and teaching.
See this world-class project at unisa.edu.au/facilities/unisaCRI
MOD. / This futuristic museum of discovery offers immersive
experiences to the public through dynamic and changing exhibition
programs across seven dedicated gallery spaces.
To find out more visit unisa.edu.au/MOD
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UNDERGRADUATE Bachelor of
COMMUNICATION AND MEDIAMBCD
ON-CAMPUS M & CW 3 PT H unisa.edu.au/communication
Your tertiary learning and career
ENTRY RELATED DEGREES
starts with undergraduate study. SATAC code..................................................444421 • Bachelor of Marketing
Selection Rank (ATAR).................................60.1 and Communication
Guaranteed Entry: • Bachelor of Journalism and
Selection Rank (ATAR)............................. 70 Professional Writing
Selection Rank ( VET)............................. DIP • Bachelor of Arts (various
QUALIFICATIONS* Prerequisites................................................... none specialisations)
Assumed knowledge............................. none
• Bachelor: 3 years • Bachelor of Communication
Start date(s)..............................February, July
• Bachelor of Digital Media
• Combined degrees: 4 years
• Double degrees: 4–5 years Learn to create, develop FURTHER STUDY
and deliver communication • Bachelor of Arts
• Bachelor (Honours): 4 years strategies for both traditional (Honours) – one year
and online media. • Graduate Diploma
*study times are approximate and based on a full-time study load
in Communication
Practise your writing skills for
(Public Relations)
print, radio, television, social
FIND OUT MORE media and digital platforms.
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
Gain knowledge in managing
For more information about all of the undergraduate FIRST YEAR
media and public relations
degrees on offer and entry requirements visit:
in contemporary society. Ideas, Innovation and Communication
unisa.edu.au/study Apply critical and analytical
Communication and Media
Professional and Technical
Further details about studying with UniSA are also outlined on thinking to strategic Communication
page 24 of this guide. communication planning. Sub-major
Build on your portfolio of work Intercultural Communication
by participating in a final-year Public Relations Theory and Practice
industry placement or project. Digital Design Essentials
HOW TO APPLY Sub-major
Go online for all the information you need on applying to study SECOND YEAR
at UniSA including SATAC requirements, admissions pathways, MAJORS AND MINORS News and Social Media Connections
guaranteed entry scores, study credit and other commonly You will complete a major in Professional Writing
asked questions. Sub-major
Communication and Media
Elective
covering topics such as advertising,
unisa.edu.au/apply marketing, professional and Communication Research Methods
technical communication and Media Law and Ethics
planning, and public relations. Sub-major
Please note: The Selection Rank (ATAR) scores listed in the Elective
You can also select one
Entry information are indicative of the 2018 cut-offs. sub-major from the following: THIRD YEAR
• Digital Media Promotional Communication: Advertising,
Publicity and Marketing
• Film and Television Industry and Practice
• Journalism Advanced Professional Writing
• Languages^ Sub-major
• Marketing Integrated Communication Planning
• Psychology Communication Management in Practice
• Social Media Internship or Project
Sub-major
^French, Italian, Japanese or English
(as an Additional Language).
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Communications officer /
digital and social media
coordinator / media liaison officer /
public relations adviser / marketing
and communications officer /
online editor / copywriter
ADMISSIONS PATHWAYS
Alternative entry options are
available through the Foundation
Studies program or Diploma in
Arts offered by UniSA College.
8Campus: CE: City East, CW: City West, M: Magill, Campus: CE: City East, CW: City West, M: Magill,
ML: Mawson Lakes, MG: Mount Gambier or W: Whyalla ML: Mawson Lakes, MG: Mount Gambier or W: Whyalla
Full-time program Part-time study Honours Full-time program Part-time study Honours
duration in years available available duration in years available available
Bachelor of
MARKETING AND
COMMUNICATIONDBMN
ON-CAMPUS/ONLINE CW & M 3 PT unisa.edu.au/marketing
ENTRY FURTHER STUDY
SATAC code..................................................424451 • Graduate Diploma
Selection Rank (ATAR)................................ 64.6 in Communication
Guaranteed Entry: (Public Relations)
Selection Rank (ATAR)............................. 70 • Master of Management
Selection Rank ( VET)............................. DIP (Marketing)
Prerequisites................................................... none • International Master of Business
Assumed knowledge............................. none Administration (Marketing)
Start date(s)..............................February, July
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
Combine the business of FIRST YEAR
marketing with the social sciences Marketing Principles: Trading and
of communication to help Exchange
organisations meet their corporate Business Law
objectives. Ideas, Innovation and Communication
Communication and Media
Take specialised courses in
business management, strategic Accounting for Business
marketing, communication and Consumer Behaviour
“
public relations. Public Relations Theory and Practice
Digital Design Essentials
Learn from world-class research SECOND YEAR
conducted by the Ehrenberg-Bass
Institute for Marketing Science. Marketing Analytics
Professional Development in Marketing
Connect with our in-house Professional Writing
Marketing Clinic and provide advice Design for Digital Technologies Alana has always had a
to small businesses under the OR
supervision of marketing experts. News and Social Media Connections passion for entertainment
Advertising and performing arts, so
Complete a marketing practicum
as an elective to gain valuable
Communication Research Methods she decided to pursue her
Media Law and Ethics
industry experience.
Marketing Elective
studies in communication
THIRD YEAR
and media.
Digital Marketing
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES “UniSA has had a huge
Marketing Elective
Advertising executive / digital Industry and Practice impact on my life. I have
marketer / marketing and
communications officer /
Promotional Communication: Advertising, gained a lot of confidence
Publicity and Marketing
corporate communications Integrated Marketing
while studying.
adviser / marketing assistant / brand Integrated Communication Planning
manager / campaign manager / Communication Management in Practice “If you want a genuine
market researcher / copywriter /
media buyer
Marketing Elective university experience,
Students may be required to undertake friendly staff and students,
PROFESSIONAL a combination of on-campus or never ending opportunities
online study. Students may be
ACCREDITATION required to attend on-campus and most importantly, a
This degree is accredited by the lectures, tutorials and practicals. challenge, study at UniSA.
Australian Marketing Institute (AMI).
You never know what’s in
ADMISSIONS PATHWAYS store and that’s exciting.”
Alternative entry options are
available through the Foundation
Alana is now working in
Studies program or Diploma in the heart of the state’s
Arts offered by UniSA College. arts scene at the Adelaide
”
Festival Centre.
RELATED DEGREES
• Bachelor of Business (Marketing)
• Bachelor of Business (Tourism
and Event Management)
• Bachelor of Communication
and Media
• Bachelor of Communication
Alana Giaccio / BACHELOR OF
COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA
9Bachelor of Bachelor of
JOURNALISM AND JOURNALISM AND PROFESSIONAL
PROFESSIONAL WRITINGMBJR WRITING / ARTS (CREATIVE WRITING
ON-CAMPUS M 3 PT H unisa.edu.au/journalism
AND LITERATURE)MBJC
ON-CAMPUS M 4 PT H unisa.edu.au/journalism
ENTRY ADMISSIONS PATHWAYS
SATAC code..................................................444431 Alternative entry options are
Selection Rank (ATAR).............................. 61.85 available through the Foundation ENTRY RELATED DEGREES
Guaranteed Entry: Studies program or Diploma in SATAC code..................................................444461 • Bachelor of Journalism and
Selection Rank (ATAR)............................. 70 Arts offered by UniSA College. Selection Rank (ATAR)............................. 62.95 Professional Writing
Selection Rank ( VET)............................. DIP Guaranteed Entry: • Bachelor of Arts (Creative
Prerequisites................................................... none RELATED DEGREES Selection Rank (ATAR)............................. 70 Writing and Literature)
Assumed knowledge............................. none Selection Rank ( VET)............................. DIP • Bachelor of Communication
• Bachelor of Arts (Creative
Start date(s)..............................February, July Prerequisites................................................... none and Media
Writing and Literature)
Assumed knowledge............................. none
• Bachelor of Communication • Bachelor of Communication
Start date(s)..............................February, July
and Media
Study South Australia’s only
• Bachelor of Marketing FURTHER STUDY
journalism degree.
and Communication Graduate with two degrees and • Bachelor of Arts
Learn about key journalism • Bachelor of Journalism the skills needed to work in (Honours) – one year
principles and best practice, news and Professional Writing, both the news industry and in • Graduate Diploma
writing, production and reporting. Bachelor of Arts (Creative creative and professional writing. in Communication
Writing and Literature) (Public Relations)
Experience and utilise our Explore historical and
industry-standard television and • Bachelor of Laws (Honours),
Bachelor of Journalism and contemporary fiction, non-fiction,
radio studios located on campus. poetry, autobiographies, essays
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
Professional Writing
Gain practical experience by and plays, as well as news and FIRST YEAR
• Bachelor of Communication
completing a media internship or feature writing, broadcast,
print and online journalism. Ideas, Innovation and Communication
industry project in your final year.
FURTHER STUDY Journalism: Principles and Practices
Contribute to student publications Experience and utilise our News Reporting
• Bachelor of Arts
including On the Record, The industry-standard television and English and Creative Writing:
(Honours) – one year An Introduction
Globalist and the award-winning radio studios located on campus.
• Graduate Diploma
Verse Magazine, or our internet Intercultural Communication
in Communication Gain practical experience by
radio station, UniCast. Production for News and Social Media
(Public Relations) completing a media internship or Media Contexts
industry project in your final year. Writing and Text Workshop
PROGRAM STRUCTURE Contribute to student publications SECOND YEAR
MAJORS AND MINORS
FIRST YEAR including On the Record, The Radio Journalism
You will complete a major in Globalist and the award-winning
Ideas, Innovation and Communication Reworking the Canon
Journalism and Professional Writing Verse Magazine, or our internet
Journalism: Principles and Practices OR
covering topics such as journalism radio station, UniCast. Writing and Reading Short Fiction
principles and practices, news News Reporting
Sub-major Writing and Editing for Publication
writing, production and reporting, Sub-major
intercultural communication and Intercultural Communication
more. You can also select one Production for News and Social Media CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Media Law and Ethics
sub-major from the following: Media Contexts Journalist / copywriter / The Power of Story
Sub-major editor / tv or radio presenter / OR
• Digital Media publisher / professional writer Writing and Reading Poetry
SECOND YEAR
• Film and Television Professional Writing
Radio Journalism Sub-major
• Communication PROFESSIONAL
Writing and Editing for Publication THIRD YEAR
• Languages^ Sub-major ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
• Marketing Elective Journalism Research Capstone
This degree is informed by an The Writer’s World
^French, Italian, Japanese or English Media Law and Ethics advisory group of journalists World Literatures and English
(as an Additional Language). Professional Writing and media professionals who Sub-major
Sub-major are leaders in their field.
Elective Television and Video Journalism
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Advanced Professional Writing
OR PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION
Communications specialist / Virtual Reality Storytelling Elective
copywriter / editor / journalist / Final-year students may apply to Sub-major
THIRD YEAR join the Media, Entertainment and
reporter / scriptwriter / tv presenter FOURTH YEAR
Journalism Research Capstone Arts Alliance as adjunct members.
Advanced News Writing Advanced News Writing
PROFESSIONAL Advanced Writing and Editing for Advanced Writing and Editing for
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT ADMISSIONS PATHWAYS Publication
Publication
Sub-major Alternative entry options are Elective
This degree is informed by an
available through the Foundation Sub-major
advisory group of journalists Television and Video Journalism
and media professionals who Internship or Project Studies program or Diploma in Internship or Project
are leaders in their field. Advanced Professional Writing Arts offered by UniSA College. Literary and Creative Writing Practice
Sub-major Sub-major
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION
Final-year students may apply to
join the Media, Entertainment and
Arts Alliance as adjunct members.
10Campus: CE: City East, CW: City West, M: Magill,
ML: Mawson Lakes, MG: Mount Gambier or W: Whyalla
Full-time program Part-time study Honours
duration in years available available
Bachelor of
MEDIA ARTSMBME
ON-CAMPUS M 3 PT H unisa.edu.au/media-arts
ENTRY RELATED DEGREES
SATAC code.................................................. 444471 • Bachelor of Design
Selection Rank (ATAR)...........................60.05 (Communication Design)
Guaranteed Entry: • Bachelor of Information
Selection Rank (ATAR)............................. 70 Technology (Games and
Selection Rank ( VET)............................. DIP Entertainment Design)
Prerequisites................................................... none • Bachelor of Design
Assumed knowledge............................. none (Illustration and Animation)
Start date(s)..............................February, July
• Bachelor of Communication
and Media
• Bachelor of Digital Media
Enter the creative world
of media production and
study film, television, visual FURTHER STUDY
effects and digital media. • Bachelor of Arts
(Honours) – one year
Develop an understanding of
• Graduate Certificate in
the professional production
Dynamic Effects and Lighting
cycle from conceptualisation
through to development. • Graduate Certificate in
Compositing and Tracking
Work on real-world projects • Graduate Certificate in
with industry professionals Film and Television
and use the latest multimedia
software and technologies.
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
Gain industry experience with the
“
FIRST YEAR
chance to complete a placement
with Academy Award-nominated Hollywood Film and Television
studio Rising Sun Pictures. Design Language in Media Arts
Introduction to Digital Media
Graduate career-ready with your Introduction to Screenwriting
own digital portfolio of work. Global Film and Television
Introduction to CGI
Specialise in visual effects through
Introduction to Screen Sound
The dream for Nicola is to build
a new offering, completing your
third year of study at Rising Digital Design Essentials a career in film, television and
Sun Pictures working alongside SECOND YEAR visual effects.
world-class visual effects artists.* Narrative Film
Screen Genres and Media Hybrids “The highlight of my time at
Digital Compositing UniSA was working with
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Design for Digital Technologies
OR Channel 44. This was a
Filmmaker or video blogger / Modelling and Texturing (at RSP) great stepping stone into
animator / digital or web designer /
video editor / graphic designer / Documentary Film the television industry and
television producer / visual effects Dynamic Effects I was able to experience a
Character Performance
Web Design and Development professional work setting.
RSP PLACEMENT OR
You will have the opportunity Development and Lighting (at RSP) “I was also fortunate enough
to apply for a placement with THIRD YEAR to complete a placement with
Rising Sun Pictures as part of
this degree and will be selected
Elective Rising Sun Pictures, one of the
Film, Entertainment and Aesthetics
on merit. Alternatively, you can
Experimental Studio
most reputable visual effects
elect to study their courses in companies in Australia, and this
Web Design Technology
Development and Lighting, and
3D Modelling and Texturing Internship or Project was all made possible through
during your third year of study. Creative Production the University’s partnership.”
Screen Media Research Methods
Digital Mediascapes
ADMISSIONS PATHWAYS Nicola now has networks in the
THIRD YEAR (VFX SPECIALISATION)
industry and is on her way to
”
Alternative entry options are
available through the Foundation Visual Effects Placement: Compositing
Studies program or Diploma in
and Tracking (at RSP) achieving her goals.
Visual Effects Project: Dynamic Effects and
Arts offered by UniSA College. Lighting (at RSP)
*Note: Students will need to apply for
this opportunity and entry is competitive.
Courses will be delivered at the RSP
studios based in the Adelaide CBD.
Nicola O’Farrell / BACHELOR OF MEDIA ARTS
11Bachelor of
MUSICDBJM
NESTED WITH
• Diploma in Music (DDJM)
ON-CAMPUS MG 3 H unisa.edu.au/music
COMBINED DEGREES ENTRY RELATED DEGREES
SATAC code...................................apply online • Bachelor of Arts
Selection Rank (ATAR)................................. n/a (Performing Arts)
You have the unique opportunity to pair your degree Guaranteed Entry:
Selection Rank (ATAR).......................... n/a FURTHER STUDY
from the School of Creative Industries with another
Selection Rank ( VET)............................ n/a
degree within the University and graduate with two • Bachelor of Arts (Honours) (JMA)
Prerequisites................................................... none
(Mount Gambier) – one year
qualifications in just one year of extra study (four years Assumed knowledge............................. none
Start date(s)............................................February • Master of Teaching (Secondary)
in total)*. Combined degrees allow you to specialise in • Master of Management (Arts
two fields, gain flexibility and variety in your studies, and Cultural Management)
and enter the workforce with a competitive advantage. Study a unique music degree
solely focused on the art of jazz. PROGRAM STRUCTURE
*Select degrees only and also excludes UniSA Online. Complete your studies FIRST YEAR
at the innovative James Musicianship 100
Morrison Academy of Music Jazz Studies 100
based in Mount Gambier. Improvisational Studies 100
Be taught by some of the Ensemble Performance 100
HOW TO APPLY finest jazz educators in Musicianship 101
the world, including the Jazz Studies 101
To apply for entry into a combined degree you must first highly-acclaimed Australian Improvisational Studies 101
be enrolled as a current UniSA student in one of your jazz musician James Morrison. Ensemble Performance 101
degrees of interest. Applications can then be submitted SECOND YEAR
Follow a vibrant and exciting
Musicianship 200
by using an internal transfer form after completing four curriculum that has been
co-designed by James Morrison Jazz Studies 200
courses or one full semester. Additional entry criteria and saxophonist, composer and Improvisational Studies 200
may apply. arranger Graeme Lyall. Ensemble Performance 200
Musicianship 201
Focus on studies in jazz history, Jazz Studies 201
styles, analysis and arrangements, Improvisational Studies 201
improvisation, piano, and large Ensemble Performance 201
and repertoire ensemble.
THIRD YEAR
Gain performance experience, Ensemble Performance 300
either as part of the James Improvisational Studies 300
Morrison Academy Jazz Music Business and Management 300
Orchestra or with other Specialisation course
professional ensembles. Ensemble Performance 301
Improvisational Studies 301
Specialisation course
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
For all queries, including
qualifying auditions, admissions
and accommodation assistance,
please contact the James
Morrison Academy directly.
For more information visit
jamesmorrisonacademy.com
To apply for this degree go directly
to unisa.edu.au/applyonline
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Musician and singer / composer /
music director / arts administrator /
teacher (with further study)
ADMISSIONS PATHWAYS
Alternative entry options are
available through the Foundation
Studies program offered by
UniSA College or UniSA’s
Diploma in Music (DDJM).
12Campus: CE: City East, CW: City West, M: Magill,
ML: Mawson Lakes, MG: Mount Gambier or W: Whyalla
Full-time program Part-time study Honours
duration in years available available
Bachelor of Bachelor of
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DEGREE INFO SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS DEGREE INFO SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS
Selection Rank (ATAR)...............................NEW Apply for a range of scholarships Selection Rank (ATAR)...............................NEW Apply for a range of scholarships
Start dates..................January, April, June, and grants when you enrol Start dates..................January, April, June, and grants when you enrol
September into a UniSA Online degree. September into a UniSA Online degree.
Time commitment................10–15 hours Conditions apply – visit Time commitment................10–15 hours Conditions apply – visit
per week per course unisaonline.edu.au/scholarships per week per course unisaonline.edu.au/scholarships
Prerequisites................................................... none Prerequisites................................................... none
Assumed knowledge............................. none CREDIT CHECK Assumed knowledge............................. none CREDIT CHECK
Fast-track your degree and receive Fast-track your degree and receive
credit for past study and/or work credit for past study and/or work
Study Communication On experience. For more information Study Digital Media On Demand experience. For more information
Demand – access online support visit unisaonline.edu.au/credit – access online support visit unisaonline.edu.au/credit
services seven days a week, services seven days a week,
view learning resources 24/7 view learning resources 24/7
and log in to the interactive
HOW TO APPLY and login to the interactive HOW TO APPLY
online environment anywhere, 1. Check your eligibility at online environment anywhere, 1. Check your eligibility at
any time, and on any device. unisaonline.edu.au/eligibility any time, and on any device. unisaonline.edu.au/eligibility
2. Receive your conditional offer Benefit from flexible study with 2. Receive your conditional offer
Benefit from flexible study with
no need to attend lectures, or 3. Complete your application and no need to attend lectures, or 3. Complete your application and
come on campus – all courses and send through your documents come on campus – all courses and send through your documents
assessments are 100% online. assessments are 100% online.
To apply, visit unisaonline.edu.au To apply, visit unisaonline.edu.au
Learn in ten-week blocks with or call 1800 531 962. Learn in ten-week blocks with or call 1800 531 962.
courses designed specifically courses designed specifically
for online learning. PROGRAM STRUCTURE for online learning. PROGRAM STRUCTURE
Be equipped to deliver effective FIRST YEAR Develop essential digital skills FIRST YEAR
communication strategies including graphic and web design,
Critical Approaches to Online Learning social media management, Critical Approaches to Online Learning
across a range of traditional and
Introduction to Social Media content creation, video and Introduction to Digital Media
emerging media platforms with
Communication and Media audio production, animation Introduction to Video Production
a focus on journalism, social
Intercultural Communication and digital storytelling. Intercultural Communication
media and content creation.
News Reporting Introduction to Social Media
Develop the critical and Public Relations: Theory and Practice Create an industry-standard Digital Graphics and Imaging
analytical thinking skills required Marketing Principles: Trading and portfolio to add to your resume Introduction to the GLAM sector –
for strategic planning and Exchange and get hands-on experience Galleries, Libraries, Archives
Professional and Technical using the latest digital software. and Museums
communication management.
Communication Digital Media Project 1
Choose a degree developed SECOND YEAR Upskill in a range of digital SECOND YEAR
in consultation with industry areas required by businesses,
News and Social Media Connections Animation Design
experts and learn from academics government departments and
Content Creation for Media Archives and the Digital World
who are leaders in their field. not-for-profits who are increasingly
Language and the Media Writing for Digital Media
bringing digital functions in-house.
Writing and Editing for Publication Design for Digital Technologies
Communication Research Methods Innovative Curatorial Studies
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Media Law and Ethics Digital Media Project 2
Broadcast Journalism CAREER OPPORTUNITIES 2 x Electives
Communications officer / content
2 x Electives Digital content producer / social THIRD YEAR
creator / copywriter / digital and
social media manager / media THIRD YEAR media manager / digital journalist / Web Design
liaison officer / PR coordinator / Promotional Communication: Advertising, marketing and communications Digital Documentary
marketing and communications Publicity and Marketing coordinator / graphic designer / Narrating Objects, Art and Archives
officer / online editor Industry and Practice web designer / digital freelancer / Digital Mediascapes
Social Media Engagement virtual reality curator Managing Digital Media
ADMISSIONS PATHWAYS Communication Management in Practice Digital Media Project 3
Integrated Communication Planning ADMISSIONS PATHWAYS 2 x Electives
Alternative entry options include: Advanced News Writing
Alternative entry options include:
• Completion of online literacy 2 x Electives
and numeracy test with • Completion of online literacy
relevant work experience and numeracy test with
• Foundation Studies program relevant work experience
through UniSA College • Foundation Studies program
through UniSA College
13Bachelor of
ARTSMBAA
N
EW
MAJORS
• Applied Linguistics • English Language • Performing Arts • Social Media
• Creative Writing and Literature • History and Global Politics • Psychology • Sociology
• Cultural Studies • Languages • Screen Studies
ON-CAMPUS/ONLINE * M 3 PT H unisa.edu.au/arts
ENTRY HISTORY AND GLOBAL POLITICS SOCIAL MEDIA FURTHER STUDY
SATAC code.....................................................444341 Examine the global contexts Study South Australia’s only social • Bachelor of Arts
Selection Rank (ATAR).......................................60 of politics and history. Deepen media major, and just one of four (Honours) – one year
Guaranteed Entry: your understanding of Australia’s nationally. Learn how to develop • Master of Teaching (Secondary)
Selection Rank (ATAR).................................70 role domestically and within social media campaigns and • Masters by Research
Selection Rank ( VET).................................DIP the broader currents of regional online content; and understand
• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Prerequisites...................................................... none and global politics. Develop the how to manage and interpret
Assumed knowledge................................ none skills to work in aid organisations, social media data, optimisations
Start date(s)................................. February, July research, higher education, and metrics. Develop your writing PROGRAM STRUCTURE
media and communications. skills, ability to align social media
CORE COURSES
brands to target audiences, and
LANGUAGES knowledge of how to grow and Ideas, Innovation and Communication
Enjoy a flexible degree that you
manage online communities. Intercultural Communication
can tailor to your interests. Immerse yourself in another
language. Learn French, Italian or
Choose two majors and develop SOCIOLOGY APPLIED LINGUISTICS
Japanese, and enhance your skills
skills and knowledge in two distinct SATAC CODE: 444391
by experiencing the language Analyse why our world operates the SELECTION RANK (ATAR): NEW
but complementary disciplines. and culture through international way it does. Understand the impact
exchange opportunities. Study in a and influence of contemporary Language and Communication in Applied
Develop your writing, Linguistics
communication, presentation, Multimedia Languages Lab where issues around social conformity and
Language in Society
research and problem-solving skills. you can connect with native speakers deviance, globalisation, popular
Language and Identity OR Language 1A
from around the world in real-time. culture, and social movements. Gain Language and the Media OR
Participate in an international a deep understanding of the social Communication, Work and Organisations
exchange or the Hawke Ambassador PERFORMING ARTS influences which impact individuals, Language, Meaning and Discourse
Volunteer Experience Program. Develop your creative practice within groups and communities as you Language Ideology and Policy
drama and music. Connect directly explore the functions of ethnicity, Multilingualism: Contact, Change and
with industry including the State family, gender and intimacy, and Mobility
MAJORS Theatre Company of SA, Adelaide social diversity and inequality. Language Learning and Assessment
Cabaret, and the Cabaret Fringe and
APPLIED LINGUISTICS OzAsia Festivals. Follow your pathway CAREER OPPORTUNITIES CREATIVE WRITING AND LITERATURE
Develop a sophisticated as a creator, performer, musician, SATAC CODE: 444351
Depending on your degree SELECTION RANK (ATAR): NEW
understanding of language, how writer or producer and contribute combination, your career
it shapes every aspect of human to original material for a variety of options can include: English and Creative Writing: An
life, and learn how to analyse art forms including, contemporary Introduction
and understand its role in the drama, live music, musical theatre, Aid worker / community relations Writing and Text Workshop
contemporary world. Gain in-depth cabaret and digital performance. officer / counsellor / human Reworking the Canon OR Writing and
resources adviser / performer / Reading Short Fiction
knowledge of how language
PSYCHOLOGY musician / policy adviser / arts The Power of Story OR Writing and
works, as you develop strong Reading Poetry
analytical and research skills. Gain an in-depth understanding administrator / museum curator /
The Writer’s World
of the psychology discipline and copywriter / editorial assistant /
World Literatures and English
CREATIVE WRITING AND LITERATURE its direct applications, including publisher / writer / media adviser /
Literary and Creative Writing Practice
research methods, personality researcher / social media officer /
Explore historical and contemporary
psychology, and clinical and teacher (with further study)
fiction, non-fiction, poetry, CULTURAL STUDIES
autobiographies, essays and plays. abnormal psychology. Pursue a SATAC CODE: 444593
Complete courses in creative career in diverse fields such as ADMISSIONS PATHWAYS SELECTION RANK (ATAR): NEW
writing, literary studies, or a counselling, human resources, Alternative entry options are Telling Culture and Historiography
combination of these, depending marketing and policy work. available through the Foundation Everyday Cultures Now and Then
on your area of interest. Studies program or Diploma in Popular Music: Industry, Culture and
SCREEN STUDIES Arts offered by UniSA College. Identity
CULTURAL STUDIES Develop the critical skills required Understanding Popular Culture
Uncover the complex and diverse in the production, research and RELATED DEGREES Games: Industry, Culture and Aesthetics
economic, cultural, social, historical analysis of film, television and Researching Culture
• Bachelor of Laws (Honours), Space, Place and Culture
and political legacies that influence other screen media forms. Gain
Bachelor of Arts A History of Ideas
modern-day society. Gain an in-depth a strong foundation in film and
media history, theory, production • Bachelor of Communication
understanding of how these key
of experimental media artefacts, and Media
influences shape our behaviour and
impact our everyday lives. and professional practice. • Bachelor of Journalism and
Professional Writing
ENGLISH LANGUAGE • Bachelor of Journalism
Designed for students who speak and Professional Writing,
English as a second language, this Bachelor of Arts (Creative
major is focused on developing Writing and Literature)
proficiency in the English language
and the intercultural expertise
needed to undertake professional
work in local and global contexts.
14Campus: CE: City East, CW: City West, M: Magill,
ML: Mawson Lakes, MG: Mount Gambier or W: Whyalla
Full-time program Part-time study Honours
duration in years available available
ENGLISH LANGUAGE PSYCHOLOGY
SATAC CODE: 444594 SATAC CODE: 444595
SELECTION RANK (ATAR): NEW SELECTION RANK (ATAR): NEW
English for Academic Use in Australia Psychology 1A
English for Academic and International Introductory Research Methods
Communication Psychology 1B
English and the Art of Speaking and Cognitive Psychology OR Developmental
Writing Psychology
English in the Professions Biological and Learning Psychology OR
World Literatures and English Social and Community Psychology
Language Ideology and Policy Personality Psychology
Multilingualism: Contact, Change and Clinical and Abnormal Psychology
Mobility Specialist Psychology Course
Language Learning and Assessment Select one of the following:
·· Advanced Research Methods
LANGUAGES ·· Health Psychology
SATAC CODE: 444381 ·· Psychophysiology of Sleep
SELECTION RANK (ATAR): 63.50 ·· Conservation Psychology
FEBRUARY INTAKE ONLY ·· Psychological Assessment
Italian 1A / French 1A / Japanese 1A* ·· Work and Organisational Psychology
Italian 1B / French 1B / Japanese 1B ·· Language, Context and Social
Italian 2A / French 2A / Japanese 2A Behaviour
Italian 2B / French 2B / Japanese 2B
SCREEN STUDIES
Italian 3A / French 3A / Japanese 3A
“
Italian 3B / French 3B / Japanese 3B SATAC CODE: 444597
SELECTION RANK (ATAR): NEW
European Languages In-Country OR Asian
Languages In-Country OR Advanced Hollywood Film and Television
Languages Studies: Translation and Global Film and Television
Research Screen Genres and Media Hybrids
*Students who can demonstrate prior Understanding Popular Culture
learning can commence at level 2A Experimental Studio
Screen Media Authorships Following his passion for music
HISTORY AND GLOBAL POLITICS Digital Mediascapes and performing arts, Brodie
SATAC CODE: 444592 Screen Media Research Methods
SELECTION RANK (ATAR): NEW decided to study a Bachelor
Global Politics and Development SOCIAL MEDIA of Arts.
World History Trends and Transformations SATAC CODE: 444596
Australia in the Asian Century SELECTION RANK (ATAR): NEW “The beauty of music is that it
Framing the International: Representations
of Global Politics
Introduction to Social Media can be as complex or as simple
Public Relations Theory and Practice
The Politics of Environmental Change in Introduction to Digital Media as you make it. You can spend
Australia and Asia
Power and Resistance: 1900–Present
Media Law and Ethics days upon weeks theorising
United States History and Cultural
Content Creation for Media about music, or just play
Applications for Social Media Data
Identities
Virtual Reality Storytelling something you think sounds
Villains, Victims and Outsiders:
Marginalisation in World Affairs Social Media Branding cool. It’s because of that,
SOCIOLOGY
that I want to pursue a career
PERFORMING ARTS
SATAC CODE: 444401 SATAC CODE: 444411 in music.
SELECTION RANK (ATAR): 61.05 SELECTION RANK (ATAR): 64.45
Stage Performance FIRST YEAR “University is a great way
Music Performance The Social World to connect. By working with
Writing Drama for Theatre and Film OR Sociological Perspectives people from a variety of
Cabaret: Context and Practice Contemporary Culture and Conflict OR
Digital Performance OR Music Genres Understanding Globalisation different backgrounds and
Live Performance Production (9 units) Sociology of Crime and Deviance OR demographics, I’ve created long
World Music Theatre Migration, Diversity and Belonging
Industry and Practice Social Theory for the 21st Century lasting friendships with people
Sociology of Gender and Intimacy that are passionate about the
Internship or Project same things I am.”
Applying Social Research Methods
*Study modes vary depending on
After completing his degree,
the major. For more information, Brodie would like to continue
visit unisa.edu.au/study
his studies to become a
”
secondary music teacher.
Brodie Bailey / BACHELOR OF ARTS
15Bachelor of Bachelor of
ARTS (ABORIGINAL CULTURES AND SOCIAL SCIENCE (HUMAN SERVICES) /
AUSTRALIAN SOCIETY)MBAP ARTSMBSR
ON-CAMPUS/ONLINE M 3 PT H ON-CAMPUS M 4 PT H unisa.edu.au/human-services
unisa.edu.au/aboriginal-australian-studies
ENTRY ADMISSIONS PATHWAYS
ENTRY FURTHER STUDY SATAC code....................................................444581 Alternative entry options are
Selection Rank (ATAR)..................................60.6 available through the Foundation
SATAC code..................................................444561 • Bachelor of Arts Guaranteed Entry: Studies program or Diploma in
Selection Rank (ATAR)..................................61.6 (Honours) – one year Selection Rank (ATAR)................................70 Arts offered by UniSA College.
Guaranteed Entry: • Master of Teaching (Secondary) Selection Rank ( VET)................................DIP
Selection Rank (ATAR)............................. 70 • Masters by Research Prerequisites......................................................none
Selection Rank ( VET)............................. DIP
RELATED DEGREES
• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Assumed knowledge................................none
Prerequisites................................................... none • Bachelor of Arts (various
Start date(s).................................February, July
Assumed knowledge............................. none specialisations)
Start date(s)..............................February, July PROGRAM STRUCTURE • Bachelor of Social Science
(Human Services)
FIRST YEAR Study a unique double degree that
will provide you with the expertise • Bachelor of Social Science
Ideas, Innovation and Communication
Graduate with the knowledge to support individuals, families (Human Services), Bachelor
Contemporary Aboriginal Issues
and skills to work with and groups in the community of Psychological Science
Australian Politics, Civics and Citizenship
Aboriginal communities. aid and humanitarian sector. • Bachelor of Social Sciences
Minor
(Ageing and Disability)
Gain an in-depth understanding Intercultural Communication Focus on core courses in human
of the economic, social, political Aboriginal Cultures services along with two majors of
and cultural influences that Australian Society and Cultures FURTHER STUDY
your choice as part of your arts
impact these communities. Minor degree. • Bachelor of Arts
SECOND YEAR (Honours) – one year
Learn about Aboriginal cultures Gain practical experience through • Master of Social Work
and Australian society, Aboriginal Caring for Country our human services studios located
writing, archaeology and its Colonial Experiment: Australian History • Masters by Research
on campus and complete supervised
role in Aboriginal heritage, and 1788–1918 • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
field placements during your studies.
Aboriginal history and colonialism. Elective
Minor Take the opportunity to study PROGRAM STRUCTURE
Study a mix of core courses and Communication, Culture and Aboriginal overseas through our exchange
electives, and choose a major Australians and in-country study programs. FIRST YEAR
study area that is tailored to your Forging a Nation: Australian History Human Service Provision
interests. 1920–Present Benefit from flexible learning
Communication Skills in Social Work and
OR options including block intensives
Get practical and international Human Services
Rights and Racism and some online study. Major 1
experience through the
Segregation and Resistance: Aboriginal Major 2
Hawke Ambassador Volunteer People and Government
Experience Program. Minor Indigenous Australians and the Human
MAJORS Services
Benefit from flexible study with THIRD YEAR Group Work
• Languages^
the opportunity to study this Comparative Indigenous Studies Major 1
• Applied Linguistics
degree completely online. Industry and Practice Major 2
• Sociology
Identity and Representation SECOND YEAR
Things that Matter: The Material Culture ^French, Italian, Japanese or English
of Australia’s Past Applied Psychology
MAJORS (as an Additional Language). Australian Social Policy
Aboriginal Rights and Interculturality Major 1
• Aboriginal Cultures CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Aboriginal Philosophy: Contesting Major 2
• Australian Society Knowledge in Social Science Community development officer / Policy Practice
Oral History Workshop: People and Place
community services worker / Working with Community
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Internship or Project
consular officer / counsellor / Major 1
Community services adviser / SUGGESTED ELECTIVE OPTIONS humanitarian worker / ministerial Major 2
community liaison officer / Pitjantjatjara Language and Culture adviser / policy analyst / social
THIRD YEAR
aboriginal engagement adviser / Telling Culture and Historiography researcher / interpreter /
policy adviser / teacher (with Aboriginal Voices in Film and Fiction youth worker Human Service Intervention
further study) Historicising Place and Meaning Interviewing Skills in Social Work and
Human Services
IMPORTANT INFORMATION Major 1
Students may complete their
ADMISSIONS PATHWAYS Students will be required to obtain Major 2
studies online or on-campus.
Alternative entry options are a National Police Clearance and a Human Service Project Management
available through the Foundation current National Criminal History Case Management
Studies program or Diploma in Check (Child-Related Clearance) from Major 1
Arts offered by UniSA College. the Department for Communities Major 2
and Social Inclusion (DCSI). You
FOURTH YEAR
RELATED DEGREES must also hold a current Child Safe
Environments Certificate. Some Human Service Field Placement A
• Bachelor of Arts (various Major 1
placements may also require
specialisations) Major 2
a current driver’s licence and a
• Bachelor of Social Science recognised First Aid Certificate. Human Service Field Placement B
(Human Services), Bachelor Major 1
of Arts
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION Major 2
Graduates are eligible for
full membership with the
Australian Community Workers
Association (ACWA).
16Campus: CE: City East, CW: City West, M: Magill,
ML: Mawson Lakes, MG: Mount Gambier or W: Whyalla
Full-time program Part-time study Honours
duration in years available available
Bachelor of
ARTS (HONOURS)MHAR
ON-CAMPUS M 1 PT H unisa.edu.au/arts
ENTRY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
SATAC code...................................................... none Entry is available to students who
Selection Rank (ATAR)................................. n/a have successfully completed
Guaranteed Entry: an undergraduate degree or
Selection Rank (ATAR)...........................n/a equivalent with an overall Grade
Selection Rank ( VET)............................ n/a Point Average (GPA) of 5 (credit
Prerequisites................................................... none level average) or above.
Assumed knowledge............................. none
Start date(s)..............................February, July Applicants must have obtained
a credit level average or above
in their undergraduate degree
in the topic area they wish to
Continue your studies with a
study at the honours level.
one-year honours program
aimed at further developing your Graduates from alternatively
knowledge and research skills in a approved degrees must have a
chosen subject area. record of academic achievement
equal to a credit level average
Prepare an honours thesis and be
or above in the topic they wish
guided by an academic supervisor
to study at the honours level.
who is well-established in their field.
Note: Applications are considered
Benefit from broader career
on the basis of academic merit and
“
prospects or pursue your
the availability of a supervisor in
passion through additional
the proposed area of research.
postgraduate study.
FURTHER STUDY
• Masters by Research
SUBJECT AREAS
• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Applied Linguistics Sarah was interested in
• Australian Studies PROGRAM STRUCTURE policy making for
• Communication and Media
• Education FIRST YEAR Indigenous peoples.
• Media Arts Honours Thesis
• Professional and Creative Research Methodologies and Methods “Indigenous culture is
Communication Honours Thesis beautiful and is often
• Sociology Contemporary Debates
misunderstood. I wanted
to learn more about
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Indigenous cultures
Depending on your chosen
area of focus, this qualification and non-Indigenous
can lead to a variety of careers cultures, and the clash
in the following settings:
with colonisation.”
Publishing / creative industries /
government and diplomacy /
media / education / the arts / arts
A degree that opens doors,
management / community and Sarah saw the potential to
social services / policy and research work in health, education
or social work.
“UniSA providing this
program is important
because it is another
step to help close the
”
gap, and you know you can
make a difference.”
Sarah Drummond / BACHELOR OF
ARTS (ABORIGINAL CULTURES AND
AUSTRALIAN SOCIETY)
17POSTGRADUATE Graduate Certificate in
FILM AND TELEVISIONMCFT
N
EW
ON-CAMPUS M 0.5 unisa.edu.au/film-tv
Take your career to the next
ENTRY PROGRAM STRUCTURE
level and develop further SATAC code...................................apply online
The Screen Industry: Business, Creativity
Fees (in 2018)..........................................A$15,450 and Content
knowledge and skills through Start date(s)..............................February, July Screen Content Project 1
Screen Content Project 2
postgraduate study. Study a one-of-a-kind qualification
Professional Film and Television Practice
unique to Australia, and kick-start
your career in film and television.
Connect with industry partners
QUALIFICATIONS* and develop your technical
skills working alongside
• Graduate Certificate: 6 months award-winning professionals.
• Graduate Diploma: 1 year Explore key areas such as idea
generation, the production
• Professional Certificate: 6 months
cycle, budgeting, marketing,
• Executive Certificate: 6 months finance and more.
• Master: 1–2 years Graduate with a professional
portfolio of work.
*study times are approximate and based on a full-time study load.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
FIND OUT MORE Film or video editor / location
manager / tv producer /
For more information about all of the postgraduate
screenwriter / cinematographer /
qualifications on offer and entry requirements visit:
production designer
unisa.edu.au/study
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Further details about studying with UniSA are also outlined
• Bachelor degree from a
on page 24 of this guide.
recognised higher education
institution in film, television
or a related discipline; or
HOW TO APPLY • Advanced Diploma in Screen and
Media or equivalent qualification
Go online for all the information you need on applying from an accredited Registered
to study at UniSA. Training Organisation.
unisa.edu.au/apply Applicants are also required to
submit a showreel of their own work
and a curriculum vitae outlining
their relevant experience.
Alternatively, applications will be
considered from graduates holding
a completed bachelor degree from
a recognised higher education
institution in an unrelated field
who are able to demonstrate
substantial experience in film
and/or television, in their showreel
and curriculum vitae submissions.
Apply directly at
unisa.edu.au/applyonline
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