Discover your future career in film, television and animation
Immerse yourself in your craft while developing practical and technical skills for production and post-production roles in the dynamic industries of screen media, entertainment and culture.
Undergraduate
Undergraduate (your first degree)
A Deakin undergraduate course is the foundation of your future career, usually completed in two to four years. Duration varies based on degree type, enrolment pattern and any credit received from recognition of prior learning.
Postgraduate
Postgraduate (further study)
A postgraduate qualification can be undertaken by students who have already completed an undergraduate degree or possess significant, demonstrable work experience. Postgraduate courses include graduate certificates, graduate diplomas, masters and PhDs, as well as specialist programs for industry professionals.
Choose a film, television and animation degree that will get you work ready
If you're dreaming of an exciting and rewarding career in virtual production or film, television and animation, we'll help you get there. You’ll be fully supported to learn the technical skills you need to see your ideas come to life on the big screen.
Real-world industry experience
You'll have the opportunity to build your professional portfolio on real-world placements and internships during your course. Placements might include broadcasting live streams on Fox Sports, learning virtual screen production with Dreamscreen and interning on the set of real television series.
State-of-the-art facilities
Deakin Studios (Burwood) has a virtual production, TV, film and animation studio. Get hands-on experience using professional equipment, including our camera motion control rig, grading and editing rooms, green screen studio, hand-drawn animation light boxes and television broadcast studios.
Take the next step to a brighter future
Explore our film, television and animation courses and find out more about life at Deakin. Get more inspiration for your future career in a major growth sector.
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Top professional roles in film, television and animation
Deakin film, television and animation graduates find global employment in fictional and factual production, broadcast, exhibition and distribution roles across screen, media and creative industries. Or, you have the flexibility to create your own path as a freelance artist, maker or creative. Media professional roles are expected to grow by 19.5% by 2034 according to Australian Government employment projections.* That's 3,100 new jobs for film, television, radio and stage directors and 2,600 new jobs for artistic directors, and media producers and presenters.
- animators
- character artists
- cinema and festival programmers
- corporate content producers
- editors and colourists
- environmental artists
- film critics
- motion designers
- post-production coordinators
- production managers
- screen production crew
- sound designers
- television broadcast technicians
- television presenters
- videographers
- writers, directors and producers.
Top 10 in Australia for communication and media studies
Build a dynamic creative career at Deakin. We are ranked in the top 10 universities in Australia for communication and media studies – so you can be assured that what you learn is relevant to the industry and your future career.
World-class teaching experiences
Our industry-shaped courses and practical, real-world approach to learning will prepare you to be adaptable across the jobs of the future.
Learn from creatives
Learn your craft from accomplished academics who are practising creative professionals. Our academics will enable you to learn a range of versatile skills, from directing to film analysis, post-production techniques to virtual production technology.
Submit your work
You won’t just produce and direct your own films – you’ll also learn how to submit them for inclusion at real film festivals and awards. Build a name for yourself and experience the exciting world of film when you screen your original work to audiences.
Collaborate on briefs
Collaborate on real-world briefs with a community of likeminded creatives. You’ll build a network of peers and learn how to collaborate effectively in an inspiring and supportive environment.
Deakin is one of a select few institutions worldwide to form an education partnership with Unreal Engine, the industry-standard tool used in visual effects, game development, architecture and more. Real-time 3D technology is transforming industries from engineering to virtual production and employers are actively seeking graduates with expertise in Unreal Engine.
Professor Meghan Kelly
Head of School, School of Communication and Creative Arts
Want to explore more?
- Bringing stories to life with animation
- How virtual production is creating high-tech jobs in film and tv
- What does it take to create an animation career?
Bringing stories to life with animation
Dive into Anthony Lucas' insights on navigating the film and television industry, and discover how he leverages his extensive experience to equip Deakin animation students with practical and relevant skills for their future careers.
How virtual production is creating high-tech jobs in film and tv
Deakin film, television and animation, and design students have access to cutting-edge virtual production facilities once limited to big-budget Hollywood productions.
What does it take to create an animation career?
Lydia and Riley are animators, teachers and long-time collaborators. Their recipe for building an animation career? Hone your talent.
Rankings and footnotes
Deakin references data from a range of government, higher education and reputable media sources. For more information, visit our University rankings page. *2024 Employment Projections - for the ten years to 2034, Jobs and Skills Australia.
Contact us
Got a question about our film, television and animation courses? Our course advisers are available to speak to you about your study options and how we can help you further your career.
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