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Global Screen Media Major | 2018
This major is available for students studying the Bachelor of Communication and Media, the Bachelor of International Studies, or as a secondary major for students in the Bachelor of Arts.
The Global Screen Media major offers students a foundation in digital screen media in a global context. This major combines practical focus on screen production with analysis of the global political and social justice issues that shape contemporary media practice. Students have the opportunity to explore international cultures and to develop skills in critical thinking and digital screen media. This major prepares graduates for a diverse range of careers in the international creative media industries.
Subjects Required for Major Study
A major in Global Screen Media consists of at least 48 credit points as outlined below.
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | |||
| BCM 115 | Introduction to Screen Media | 6 | |
| Year 2 | |||
| BCM 216 | Transmedia Storytelling | 6 | |
| BCM 217 | Documentary | 6 | |
| BCM 289 | Transnational Media and Culture Industries | 6 | |
| Year 3 | |||
| BCM 303 | Collaborative Production Workshop | 6 | |
| BCM 304 | Global Screen Project | 6 | |
| BCM 322 | Global Media Interventions | 6 | |
| Plus a minimum of ONE of the following: | |||
| BCM 320 | Digital Asia | 6 | |
| BCM 331 | Australian Content, Global Context | 6 | |
| BCM 333 | Hollywood and Beyond: Film festival and genre in global context | 6 | |
Timetables
Click on subject codes in the above course structure for information on sessions of offer for each subject.
To find out specific information on timetables, tutorials, and classes, visit the Timetable page.
Minor Study
A 24 credit point minor in Global Screen Media is available.
Students cannot complete both a major and a minor in Global Screen Media.
Information regarding minors, including which subjects to take to complete a minor, are available on the 2018 General Schedule of Minors page.
Minors appear on the transcript (academic record), but do not appear on the testamur. To have a minor study recorded, students must submit an Application to Declare or Change Intended Major/Minor.
Work Integrated Learning
Undertaking a work integrated learning (WIL) experience during your university education is now a significant contributor to being competitive in securing employment in your field of choice when you graduate from UOW.
The Faculty of Law, Humanities and the Arts internship program provides students with an opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills acquired in their degree in a workplace setting.
Students' are also encouraged to consider CRLP200 (6cp). CRLP200 includes a quality assured workplace internship or industry project to give you that competitive edge by developing your professional skills through authentic learning in a real world context. You will focus on your career goals and receive career direction guidance, strengthen your resume and gain skills to navigate the rapidly changing world of work, develop your communication skills and begin to build a professional network.
Entry Requirements & Credit Arrangements
Information on academic and English language requirements, as well as eligibility for credit for prior learning, is available from the UOW Course Finder.
Other Information
For further information email: lha-enquiries@uow.edu.au