Master in Cinematic Arts

Tuition comes to 38,000 USD per year.

The Master in Cinematic Arts at Griffith University is for aspiring filmmakers and media professionals, offering a Master degree that takes one year to complete. The main advantage is hands-on experience with state-of-the-art facilities.

The curriculum includes directing, producing, and screenwriting, with a focus on creative practice and critical analysis. Students develop skills in cinematic storytelling and collaborate with industry professionals.

Graduates can pursue careers as film producers, screenwriters, directors, and media managers, working in film studios, television networks, and independent production companies.

Griffith University is a young, research-led institution with campuses across South East Queensland, including Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Founded in 1975, Griffith serves around 45,000 students with a strong international community of more than 8,500 learners. The university combines high-quality teaching with a commitment to sustainability, social responsibility and practical research, offering a balanced student lifestyle near beaches, urban centres and natural reserves.

Griffith offers a wide range of programs across health, environmental science, business, creative arts and engineering, supported by modern facilities such as advanced design and manufacturing labs and clinical training centres. Its research institutes address global challenges in areas like water science, drug discovery and climate adaptation, and students benefit from industry-linked projects, placements and applied learning that enhance professional readiness and employability.

International students are supported by dedicated advisors, scholarship schemes and orientation programs that ease the transition to Australian study. On-campus accommodation options and a buddy program help build connections, while vibrant campus life and career services support internships and graduate outcomes. For students seeking an engaging, practical education in a lively coastal region, Griffith combines academic strength with strong student support and real-world opportunities.