Course

Bachelor of Cinematic Arts (Honours)

Griffith University, Queensland · Brisbane · Brisbane City · Arts & Social Sciences

Bachelor (Honours) On Campus

Key facts

Campus
Brisbane City · South Bank
City
Brisbane, Queensland
Qualification
Bachelor (Honours)
Duration
1 year
Delivery
On Campus
Next start
1 Mar 2027 · Trimester 1 2027
Annual tuition · 2026
AUD 38,500 (indicative)

Start dates

  • Trimester 1 2027, 2027 Starts 1 March 2027 Brisbane City

English language requirements

  • IELTS Academic — 6.5 overall (no band below 6)

    English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this program are as follows: A minimum overall band score of 6.5 on IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 6.0 OR an overall score of 79 in the internet-based (iBT) TOEFL with no sub-score less than 19 (applies to tests taken prior to 21 January 2026) OR an overall score of 4 in the internet-based (iBT) TOEFL with a minimum score of 4 in each of the listening, reading, and writing skills, and a minimum score of 3.5 in speaking skills (applies to tests taken on or after 21 January 2026) OR no score less than 3+ in each skill of the ISLPR (conducted by ISLPR Language Services only) OR a minimum overall score of 176 (no score less than 169) on Cambridge C1 Advanced or Cambridge C2 Proficiency OR an overall score of 58 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 50 (applies to tests taken prior to 7 August 2025) OR an overall score of 55 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 47 (applies to tests taken on or after 7 August 2025) OR an overall score of 70 in the LanguageCert Academic OR an overall score of 59 in the Michigan English Test (MET) English test results must be no more than two years old. Applicants should refer to the following University procedure for further information: Admission Procedure International students who successfully complete the Direct Entry Program (DEP) will satisfy the English Language requirements for this Griffith degree. The Direct Entry Program (DEP) is not available for Domestic students. If you do not meet the University's specified English language requirements, you may wish to contact the Griffith English Language Institute to increase your eligibility for entering a Griffith University program. This Institute offers a number of English language and other courses at both its Brisbane and Gold Coast branches: Griffith English Language Institute

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About this course

This Honours program provides a fourth year of study for students who have completed a bachelor¿s degree in a relevant field such as game design and production, animation, or film. This is a research-led program for students passionate about advancing their discipline and exploring the limits and intersections of narrative art, cinematic storytelling, and interactive digital media. Offering an intensive study of the theoretical, technical, and creative aspects of the cinematic arts, it delivers a strong emphasis on developing a comprehensive understanding of applied research methods and practices. Working independently and/or collaboratively, you will have the opportunity to concentrate on a specialisation within the rapidly evolving and converging fields of animation, film/screen media, and game design. Engage in research, critical analysis, and practical experimentation culminating in an original research project. Synthesising your learning into a meaningful contribution to the cinematic arts, this Honours program creates a pathway for you to move into research and higher degree studies.

Bachelor of Cinematic Arts (Honours) is a bachelor (honours) course at Griffith University, Queensland in Brisbane, Queensland. It is listed as 1 year of study. Published intakes include Trimester 1 2027, 2027. Annual tuition is listed at AUD 38,500 for 2026 (indicative). The published English requirement is IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6).

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Administrative details

Course code
2132
CRICOS
117150C

You will need these when you apply. CRICOS is the code under which this course is registered for international students.

Source: Educircle verified course catalogue. Last updated October 2026. Tuition is set by the university and can change.