Students will have access to the latest media, communications and journalism technology following the opening of the University of Melbourne’s first Media Production Studios.
Located at the Parkville campus and equipped with state-of-the-art, purpose-built facilities, the Studios will provide students with access to industry-standard resources, including:
- TV studios
- Audio studios
- TV and audio control rooms
- Self-operable multimedia recording studios
- Sophisticated tools for data visualisation, outside broadcasts and integrated production
Students studying Media & Communications and Journalism will gain practical, hands-on experience in all aspects of media production, from video and audio recording to editing and post-production.
Professor Andrew Dodd, Director of the University of Melbourne’s Centre for Advancing Journalism said: “This is a significant milestone for our students. These high-tech studios will prepare our graduates for careers in dynamic media industries.
“These wonderful facilities will empower our students to become the next generation of media professionals, prepared with the skills and knowledge to make a positive impact.”
Professor Jennifer Balint, Dean of the Faculty of Arts said the Studios will also have multidisciplinary appeal, making them a sought-after resource across the University.
“The Media Production Studios will support teaching, research, and public engagement in the Faculty of Arts and across the broader University community, allowing us to meet the diverse needs of our students, academics, and partners.
“I’m excited to see the Studios become a hub for creativity, collaboration and innovation, providing exceptional learning opportunities for our students.”
Master of Journalism student, Erielle Sudario said: “These facilities provide industry-standard, top-of-the-line equipment. This excites me because it’s precisely the kind of tools we can expect to work with when producing digital content in the field.
“As journalism continues its shift towards digital platforms, having access to such facilities will ensure we’re prepared not just theoretically, but also from a practical, hands-on perspective.”
The Media Production Studios are housed at the heart of the Faculty of Arts learning precinct, which features modern facilities nestled amid historic architecture and is designed to support sector-leading education and research in the arts, humanities and social sciences.
Visitors can experience the Media Production Studios during the University of Melbourne Open Day on Sunday 17 August.
