Course Outline
Entry Requirements
- Completed the CUA51020 Diploma of Screen and Media OR have extensive industry experience.
- Entry to this course is strictly by Invitation and Interview Only
- Completed the CUA51020 Diploma of Screen and Media OR have extensive industry experience.
- Be Aged 18+
- Have a minimum English proficiency of IELTS 5.0 or equivalent.
- Basic computer skills.
- A passion for Makeup
Upcoming Intakes
Melbourne CBD
Locations
- Braeside, Melbourne
- Lt Collins Street, Melbourne
Important Note Students must be willing and prepared to travel to industry partners’ workshops and film sets as part of the course.
Sydney CBD:
Expressions of Interest Open
Duration
Full time: 2 days a week across 18 Months.
60 days will be through working at a local SFX & Props studio with 14 days left for additional blended class study and assessments.
Location
Melbourne CBD: 108 Lt Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Sydney: 20 Oxford Square, Darlinghurst, NSW 2010, Australia
Outline
Nationally Accredited
CUA60620- ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF SCREEN & MEDIA
Work with a local studio to learn and advance your skills in:
- Wig & Hairpiece Creation
- Hair Extention and instilation
- Sculting, moulding & casting props and prosthetics
- Vintage Hairstyling
Tuition
Full Tuition: $21,500
- $500 discount for upfront payments.
- Eligible for the VSL loan
- Discount for enroling in multiple courses at once.
Full Tuition: $24,000
Breakdown:
Admin and Material Fees: $4,000
Deposit: $1,500
Tuition: $19,000
Career Paths
Units
CUAIND611 – Work professionally in the creative arts industry
CUAPPR515 – Establish and maintain safe creative practice
CUAPPR613 – Engage in the business of creative practice
CUAPPR615 – Evolve ideas for professional creative work
CUAMUP411 – Design, apply and remove make-up
CUAMUP512 – Design and apply specialised make-up
CUAMUP513 – Design and apply special make-up effects
CUAMUP614 – Create prosthetics for special make-up effects
CUAMUP615 – Design and apply prosthetics for special make-up effects
CUARES412 – Conduct research
SHBHDES005 Select and apply hair extensions
SHBHDES004 – Create classic long hair up-styles
SHBHDES008 – Make wigs and hairpieces
BSBCRT512 – Originate and develop concept
CUASCU511 – Refine sculptural techniques
CUAACD511 – Make moulds and casts
Why Study with TMT?
Industry Partnership With Global Leader - Kryolan Professional Make-Up
- Learning with Industry Leading Products: Student receive Kryolan’s pro-grade kit.
Insider Discounts: Exclusive access to Kryolan’s professional range at special student rates.
Exclusive Advantage: Learn with the only Asia-Pacific college backed by Kryolan’s 80-year legacy. No other makeup school recieves this support from Kryolan!
Industry-Led Training from Pioneers
For 40+ years, TMT hasn’t just followed industry standards we’ve set them.
We don’t chase trends. We teach timeless, career-making skills, the same techniques that launched thousands of graduates into Hollywood films, fashion weeks, and elite studios.
Our curriculum’s stood the test of time (because it works on real sets) and is taught by Artists who have work in the industry.
Flexible Learning and Support
Blended options: Study full-time, part-time, or 100% online—with access to live-streamed classes and on-campus photo shoots.
2-year platform access: Revisit tutorials, notes, and resources even after graduation.
- Additional Support: Online drop in sessions twice a week to further assist with your study
More Than a Diploma
At TMT, your journey doesn’t end at graduation. You’ll join an active, supportive network that helps you grow throughout your career.
How we stay connected:
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Graduate Group Chat: Join our inclusive online community to share opportunities, ask advice, and collaborate with peers.
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Ongoing Learning: Get invites to exclusive webinars, masterclasses, and industry events
Networking That Opens Doors
At TMT, we organize practical industry experiences for our students when possible to ensure students are making valuable contacts as well at skills during their training.
We arrange:
- Practical work placements with prosthetics and prop studios working on real world projects as part the Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media course. This provides excellent opportunity to work with the best in the industry and build a professional network.
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Occasional on-set visits to observe professional makeup teams at work
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Behind-the-scenes opportunities when available
Guest Educators: Real-World Insights for Real Careers
At TMT, we bring active industry professionals into our classrooms.
What this means for you:
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Learn techniques currently in demand on film sets, fashion shoots, and editorial jobs.
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Get honest feedback from artists who know what hiring managers look for.
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Build connections with potential employers and mentors.
FAQ
Classes and projects fluctuate over the 18 month duration
Yes. As this is an Advanced Diploma, students are required to have completed the Diploma in Screen and Media or have significant industry experience.
If a students hasn’t completed their Diploma of Screen and Media with TMT Education, they will need to submit a portfolio of their work so we can ensure they have the skills required for this course.
To achieve the CUA60620 Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media, students must successfully complete all 15 units of the course.
Majority of assessments will be done at your placement through practical projects.
There will be additional quizzes, theory and assessments done via blended class learning.
|
Student Type |
Admin Fee |
Tuition Fee |
Deposit |
Total |
|
Domestic |
0 |
$20,000 |
$1,500 |
$21,500 |
|
International |
$3,000 |
$20,000 |
$1,500 |
$24,500 |
Course fee is inclusive of supplies, materials, and equipment required within the classroom.
Important Notes:
- Deposits and administrative fees are generally non-refundable except where a student’s visa application is refused and the college is notified prior to course commencement.
- The course is Austudy approved (reference 2P157).
- A deposit and admin fee are required before enrolment.
Payment Options:
- VET Student Loans (VSL): Study now, pay later for eligible students. VSL typically covers up to the approved loan cap, with students responsible for any gap fee, the 20% loan fee, and the deposit. Check your eligibility here.
- Upfront payment (with $500 discount where eligible).
- Payment by Term.
Unlike other Advanced Diplomas, we’ve redesigned this course to be more like a trainee-ship. This ensures our students and graduates get the most out of the course as they’ll be working with a local studio on projects that they can use to build their portfolio and resume.
In Victoria, we’re partnered with Scare Crew Productions, a Melbourne Props and SFX studio renowned for their phenomenal work in numerous Horror and Sci-fi films, shows and commercials.
You can view their work on Larry’s Instagram. Be ready for a scare, GORE AHEAD: https://www.instagram.com/scarecrew_studios/?hl=en
This course is designed around Work Placement!
Students will be working with a local SFX & Props studio in Sydney or Melbourne to gain hands-on experience in upcoming films and projects.
This isn’t a class-based course, we get you out and working in the Industry from day 1.
There is no actual cut-off date for domestic students to enrol for any of our courses, as all of our classes fill based on demand. We advise that anyone interested in studying with us enrol as soon as they can to avoid missing out on a place. International students would need to have their enrolment form and deposit in so that their eCoE can be issued. Visa processing times vary but you should allow up to 8-12 weeks. Where possible we recommend applying for your visa as soon as you have received your eCoE.
This depends largely on which courses you’re wanting to study.
If you’re interested in studying more than once course with us we offer discounts on tuition for multiple enrolments and up-front payments.