This unit provides the student with a foundation in the craft
of screen writing. Each student will be expected to write a
short screenplay for potential production in the following
trimester. Students will develop a fundamental
understanding of story structure and learn to utilise the tools
of a synopsis and treatment in the development of a short
film script. The student will develop their screenwriting ability
through the examination of other writer’s works and existing
screen content, and by dedicating their time to the required
writing and rewriting processes. Students will also be asked
to consider the production values and costs associated with
their ideas, and encouraged to come up with short film ideas
that are achievable.