CUA31020 Certificate III in Screen and Media
Got a creative eye and a passion for media and technology
Turn that passion into possibilities. This course is your pathway into the exciting world of film, television and content creation, giving you the foundation to start building the skills, confidence and experience for a future in the screen and media industry.
Overview
Where Mandurah | Thornlie
When Semester 1, 2027 | Semester 2, 2026
How On Campus
Ever watched a film, scrolled through your favourite brand's social feed, or binged a series and wondered how it all comes together? Digital media has transformed the way we communicate, share and receive information, and with it comes a world of exciting career opportunities for creative, skilled operators ready to make their mark.
This nationally recognised qualification is your foundation pathway into the world of film and content creation, and a solid stepping stone towards further study in screen and media. Guided by our expert lecturers, who bring genuine industry experience, you'll build strong foundational skills across digital technologies and multimedia production. From scriptwriting to filming and editing video, capturing and preparing photo assets, you'll learn how to shape raw footage into polished, engaging content.
Across the course, you'll get hands on with camera and lighting techniques, sound recording, editing software and visual storytelling. You'll also explore the foundations of typography and vector graphics, applying these skills to create titles and text-based visuals for video and multimedia projects.
This entry level course equips you with in demand skills for entry level assistant roles across the screen, media and entertainment sectors, and gives you a strong foundation to progress into further studies. The knowledge you gain is also valuable across a broad range of industries where digital content plays a role.
Ready to turn your creativity into a career? This could be your first step onto set.
Study in specialist facilities:
Train in our state of the art, industry relevant facilities for information technology and creative media. You'll practise your skills in a simulated workplace environment, using industry standard software and gaining hands on experience operating pre-production, production and post-production equipment.
This qualification is also offered part time. Use the Get Help form below to start a conversation with our training team about this option.
- Foundation level writing skills for online and digital content
- Basic filming techniques, including camera operation and shot composition
- Basic lighting and sound recording for video and photo production
- Introductory video editing using industry standard software
- Basic photo capture and image manipulation
- Foundation level typography and vector graphics using industry standard software
- Basic preparation of digital photo and video assets
- Introductory visual storytelling and digital content development
- Familiarisation with production equipment in a simulated workplace setting
This course may be a good fit if you:
- Enjoy working as part of a team and collaborating on creative projects
- Are keen to gain exposure to industry standard Adobe products
- Are open to learning new skills and strong computer skills
- Have an interest in film, photography or online content
- Are willing to experiment and try new creative approaches
- Want a practical, hands-on introduction to the screen and media industries
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
Select your preferred campus and apply
Semester 1, 2027
Details
Course fees
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSBCRT311 Apply critical thinking skills in a team environment | $219.60 | $66.15 | $22.50 |
| CUAIND311 Work effectively in the creative arts industry | $244.00 | $73.50 | $25.75 |
| CUAWHS312 Apply work health and safety practices | $97.60 | $29.40 | $10.25 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$146.40 | $44.10 | $17.50 |
|
|
$292.80 | $88.20 | $42.00 |
|
|
$146.40 | $44.10 | $17.50 |
|
|
$195.20 | $58.80 | $21.75 |
|
|
$244.00 | $73.50 | $25.25 |
|
|
$244.00 | $73.50 | $25.25 |
|
|
$122.00 | $36.75 | $12.75 |
|
|
$244.00 | $73.50 | $25.25 |
Indicative fees and charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers.
Details
Course fees
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSBCRT311 Apply critical thinking skills in a team environment | $219.60 | $66.15 | $22.50 |
| CUAIND311 Work effectively in the creative arts industry | $244.00 | $73.50 | $25.75 |
| CUAWHS312 Apply work health and safety practices | $97.60 | $29.40 | $10.25 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$146.40 | $44.10 | $17.50 |
|
|
$292.80 | $88.20 | $42.00 |
|
|
$146.40 | $44.10 | $17.50 |
|
|
$195.20 | $58.80 | $21.75 |
|
|
$244.00 | $73.50 | $25.25 |
|
|
$244.00 | $73.50 | $25.25 |
|
|
$122.00 | $36.75 | $12.75 |
|
|
$244.00 | $73.50 | $25.25 |
Indicative fees and charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers.
Semester 2, 2026
Details
Course fees
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSBCRT311 Apply critical thinking skills in a team environment | $219.60 | $66.15 | $22.50 |
| CUAIND311 Work effectively in the creative arts industry | $244.00 | $73.50 | $25.75 |
| CUAWHS312 Apply work health and safety practices | $97.60 | $29.40 | $10.25 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$146.40 | $44.10 | $17.50 |
|
|
$292.80 | $88.20 | $42.00 |
|
|
$146.40 | $44.10 | $17.50 |
|
|
$195.20 | $58.80 | $21.75 |
|
|
$244.00 | $73.50 | $25.25 |
|
|
$244.00 | $73.50 | $25.25 |
|
|
$122.00 | $36.75 | $12.75 |
|
|
$244.00 | $73.50 | $25.25 |
Indicative fees and charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers.
Details
Course fees
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSBCRT311 Apply critical thinking skills in a team environment | $219.60 | $66.15 | $22.50 |
| CUAIND311 Work effectively in the creative arts industry | $244.00 | $73.50 | $25.75 |
| CUAWHS312 Apply work health and safety practices | $97.60 | $29.40 | $10.25 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$146.40 | $44.10 | $17.50 |
|
|
$292.80 | $88.20 | $42.00 |
|
|
$146.40 | $44.10 | $17.50 |
|
|
$195.20 | $58.80 | $21.75 |
|
|
$244.00 | $73.50 | $25.25 |
|
|
$244.00 | $73.50 | $25.25 |
|
|
$122.00 | $36.75 | $12.75 |
|
|
$244.00 | $73.50 | $25.25 |
Indicative fees and charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers.