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Diploma of Media Production

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Career Outcomes

Content Creator

Marketing Assistant

Video Editor

Videographer

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Study Mode

Blended

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Online


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Qualification

Diploma


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Course Fee

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Duration

1 year full time, 2 years part time


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Start Date

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Upfront payment


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In a nutshell

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What you'll need to get it

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Subject breakdown

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Why Torrens University Australia ?

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Where will this course take you?

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Career outcomes

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In a Nutshell

The Diploma of Media Production offered by Billy Blue College of Design is for individuals passionate about a career in storytelling, media, digital and content production.

Throughout the course, students build foundational skills in media production across video, audio and digital content creation. They get hands-on with industry-standard tools and workflows used to produce quality media outcomes, and develop an understanding of how their role works across agencies and production teams, graduating ready to respond to client briefs.

On graduation, students can get started in industry, or continue their studies with direct entry into the second year of the Bachelor of Media Production and Communication. Enquire to learn more.

What You'll Need to Get In

To be eligible to study this course, applicants must meet the following entry requirements:

  • Year 12 (Australian secondary school certificate) or equivalent, and/or,
  • Successful completion of a Vocational qualification (AQF Level 4), or above, and/or,
  • Successful completion of at least 0.25 EFTSL at AQF level 6, 0.5 EFTSL at AQF level 5 or above, or equivalent, and/or,
  • Work life experience demonstrating the ability to undertake study at the required level which may include approval of prior study or successful completion of a readiness assessment.

Subject Breakdown

The Diploma of Media Production comprises six core subjects and two electives:

• MDP101 – Intro to Photography and Media Studies
• CGD103 – See Make Tell
• PPI105 – Content Creation
• PPI104 – Video Production and Editing
• MDP102 – Editorial and Documentary
• PPI202 – Professional Practice
• Plus two elective subjects

Why Torrens University Australia ?

Torrens University Australia is a dynamic institution that embraces the transformative power of education. With a commitment to fostering individual growth and societal change, this university stands out as a beacon of opportunity for students across the nation. Their innovative approach to learning, combined with strong industry connections, has positioned them as the fastest-growing university in Australia.

Offering a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in fields such as Business, Health, Design, and Hospitality, Torrens University caters to the needs of a wide array of learners. Whether students choose to study online or on-campus, they can expect a supportive and engaging educational experience that prepares them for success in their chosen careers.

Where will this course take you?

Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a Diploma of Media Production from Billy Blue College of Design.

Graduates of the Diploma of Media Production are prepared to pursue a range of entry-level roles in the media and content industries. These include positions such as media production assistant, content creator, videographer, video editor, and marketing assistant, working across settings such as production studios, creative agencies, marketing teams, and digital media organisations. The course builds practical skills in video production, content creation, and professional media practice using industry-standard tools, equipping graduates with a portfolio of completed projects to demonstrate their readiness for the workforce. According to Kantar (2024), 94 per cent of Billy Blue graduates are employed within 12 months of completing their course.

The diploma also serves as a direct pathway into the Bachelor of Media Production and Communication, for those who wish to deepen their expertise and broaden their career opportunities. Throughout their studies, students receive a free Adobe Creative Cloud Pro licence, which continues for six months after graduation. The course is delivered by Torrens University Australia through Billy Blue College of Design, an institution with over 35 years of design education experience, and includes access to industry partnerships that may provide internship, mentoring, and scholarship opportunities.

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FEE-HELP

This course can be paid for through the FEE-HELP government loan scheme. If you are an Australian citizen or hold a permanent humanitarian visa, you may not need to pay upfront.

Instead, the Australian government will pay your course fees directly to the provider on your behalf. You’ll begin repaying your loan through the tax system once you start earning more than the minimum threshold of $69,528 (2026-27 financial year).

Find out more about government study loans here.

Payment plan

This course offers payment plan options to help you manage costs while you study. Enquire now for more details!

Total cost for this course is $20,800 (8 subjects at $2,600 per subject).

Students may be eligible for scholarships covering up to 20% of the fee, making the discounted fee $16,640.

Billy Blue College of Design offers a number of easy payment plans or the ability to pay per subject or per semester as you go.

Eligible Australian students may choose to defer some, or all, of their tuition fees through FEE-HELP, a loan scheme repaid through the tax system based on income.

Please enquire for further details.