Foundation Program (Extended) (089917G) + Diploma of Film, Television and Animation (097894K)

Program Description The Deakin College Foundation Program is equivalent to upper secondary school (Year 12) and university foundation programs. It aims to prepare students for further study in a Deakin College Diploma or for entry into the first year of a selected Deakin University bachelor degree.

The course consists of either a standard or extended track program. The standard track program consists of eight academic units: five core units and three elective units. The extended track program has an additional four units.

Various support services focusing on language, literacy and numeracy assistance are also available to help students in their studies. Each unit includes four hours of classes per week. Assessment for all units is continuous and includes tests, assignments and case study analysis. Most units have a final two-hour examination. To graduate from the Deakin College Foundation Program, students must complete and pass all eight units in the standard program or 12 units in the extended program.

The Diploma of Film, Television and Animation is a unique course that provides a direct pathway into the second year of Deakin University’s Bachelor of Film, Television and Animation or Bachelor of Arts (major in Photography). Students gain a hands-on education using state-of-the-art technology within an inspiring creative arts environment.