Bachelor of Screen Arts - Film Major
Creative Media
A course by
SIT
Develop practical filmmaking and storytelling skills in a collaborative environment with the Bachelor of Screen Arts - Film Major at SIT. Gain hands-on experience from script to release and prepare for a creative career in film, television, and screen industries.
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NZQA Level 7 Certification (360 Credits)
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STUDY FREE
$ENQUIRE
Interested in this course? Enquire now for Domestic & International pricing
Free study? Yep, it’s possible. Find out if you qualify.
This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 7 Certification (360 Credits)
Advanced
1
2
3
4
5
6
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9
10
Core skills this course teaches
Develop practical filmmaking skills
Gain hands-on experience in cameras, lighting, audio equipment, and the full film production workflow.
Master screenwriting and storytelling techniques
Learn to create and critically evaluate scripts, story structure, and narrative-driven content for film.
What You're Signing Up For
The Bachelor of Screen Arts - Film Major is a three-year degree designed for those passionate about film and storytelling. Learn practical filmmaking skills including production, screenwriting, cinematography, editing, and visual effects in a community-driven environment. This programme supports both solo and collaborative projects, encouraging technical skill development, creativity, and innovation. Delivered in a flexible HyFlex format (onsite & online), it prepares you for various roles in the ever-evolving screen industries.
Course Content
- Production and film crew skills
- Cinematography and camera techniques
- Screenwriting (Levels 1 and 2)
- Editing and post-production
- Directing and leadership
- Digital Filmmaking (Levels 1 and 2)
- Pre-production planning and budgeting
- Audio techniques and sound production
- Visual effects and compositing
- Studio digital art and design
- Cross-disciplinary workshops
- Major studio project work (Year 3)
What you need to know first
University Entrance - NCEA Level 3, three subjects at Level 3 (14 credits per subject in approved NZQA subjects)
Find these employment opportunities
Video editorScreenwriterDirectorFilm/television production crewCinematographerVisual effects artistPost-production specialist
