Arts (Film and screen studies), Bachelor

Ranked top 50 in the world for social sciences and languages, and with 30+ study areas, our Bachelor of Arts degree offers maximum choice and flexibility. The unique Professional Futures program, and our internships and industry connections ensure you will graduate career ready.

whitespaceAbout film and screen studiesScreen industries, technologies and cultures are changing faster than ever before. Learn how to navigate this rapidly transforming environment. What are the social and technological factors that control the screen media we consume? How is our understanding of current issues shaped by what we see on screens?We look at historical, textual and critical approaches to film and screen. Studies cover Australian, Asian and European cinemas, Hollywood and its institutions, gender in film and TV, documentary film, Australian television, popular television genres, online screen forms and video practice.Why choose film and screen studies?You’ll develop advanced critical and writing skills, and build skills in using audio-visual technologies to convey ideas. You’ll be able to understand and apply screen theory, critically engage with cinema practices, and be able to interpret forms of film and television within the context of digital culture.What will you study?Studying film and screen will mean looking into topics such as:Australian, Asian and European film and television culturesEarlier and contemporary popular HollywoodContemporary television industries and practicesDocumentary film and televisionRace, gender and sexuality on screenVideo practice.Career opportunitiesStudying film and screen will open employment opportunities in:Film distribution and marketingFestival workCuratorshipFilm and television productionCriticism and reviewingScreen media research and developmentArchiving and restoration.Global studyWith Monash’s impressive international links, you’ll get the opportunity to venture into new and challenging contexts where you can apply your expertise.Short term programs:Screening Europe: Transnational histories, narratives and identities – Italy.Exchange programs include:Monash University MalaysiaUniversity of Warwick – EnglandQueen Mary University of London – England.Global Immersion Guarantee:As a Bachelor of Arts student, you’ll have access to the Monash Global Immersion Guarantee – an opportunity to spend two weeks studying in one of a variety of locations, with airfares and accommodation covered as part of your degree.