General

AFTT is located at 579 Harris St, Ultimo NSW 2007 in the heart of Sydney, the campus is a short 15-minute walk from Central Station and Railway Square and can easily be accessed by bus and train.

Put simply: industry relevance, our cross-disciplinary campus and the fact we operate in a real-world environment. We pride ourselves on being industry relevant and current, and we ensure that we are by employing current industry professionals as our tutors and through our partnerships with industry organizations including the iconic Belvoir St Theatre and engagement of current film industry professionals. Our standards are also up held by what the industry expects and requires. This at times, puts pressure on students, in terms of quality of work, attendance and communication; however all our graduates have said that is by far the greatest attribute of AFTT. It is by holding our practice, our delivery content and expectations of our students by these industry standards that AFTT is second to none. 

All full-time programs require you to be on campus on average three (3) to four (4) days per week for face to face training. 

Our VET courses have two (2) intakes per year – one in February and one in July. 

Our HE courses (Acting only) have three (3) intakes per year – one in February, one in June, and one in September.

This varies depending on the course you are interested in taking. Fee information for students can be found at domestic and international students.

AFTT’s courses are delivered by Australia’s leading creative arts experts, all of who have achieved their own successes in the industry, and who continue to work in a professional capacity.

AFTT’s Academic Team have starred, directed, produced, and collaborated on leading productions both in Australia and Overseas.  Their training methods are complimented by acclaimed guest Directors and Actors and by a collaborative network of professionals.

Check out our Team at: Meet the Team

You can apply anytime; we receive applications throughout the year. Once you have completed the application form online, the admissions team will be in contact with you to confirm an interview or audition time. 

Contrary to popular belief, there are plenty of opportunities in the creative arts industry. In this modern age the industry is bigger than ever before and continues to grow at a healthy rate. Other than film, TV and theatre opportunities, social media platforms offer countless avenues for actors and performers – there are countless blog’s, short films, web-episodes and channels, not to mention Facebook content. Plus the advertising industry is a huge employer of actors and performers thanks to ever-growing platforms and audience reach. In fact, never before have fresh facfes been so in demand.

It's also worth remembering that the skills acquired in acting and performing are also hugely transferable. Skills such as public speaking, corporate hosting, event management and retail and hospitality industries all require poise, self-confidence, and self-esteem. 

With society’s exponential hunger for content, screenwriters, directors, producers and cinematographers are in huge demand. Our film school students are in the industry of content creation, and that is a hugely profitable genre – think about the amount of content you see everyday, from Facebook ads to YouTube and Instagram, podcasts to mainstream news networks, current affair stories and self-help videos. Plus, there is vast capacity for on-demand TV and online content (Netflix/Stan). 

Ultimately though, hardwork, motivation and recognising opportunities when they are presented to you are the most important factors for any graduate finding success. 

We cannot guarantee employment; no film or acting school does or can. We encourage our film students to enter their films in festivals all around the world and, that has a fantastic success rate. 

What we do provide our students with is the skills to network within the professional industry and the exposure to a range of industry professionals during the course, so the student can gain as many contacts as possible.
AFTT hosts in-house productions, screening nights and encourages industry icons to attend. We also encourage our film students to enter their films in festivals all around the world and, that has a fantastic success rate. 

The Academy of Film, Theatre and Television, AFTT was the result of merging the two elite institutions.
 
The unification of ACTT and IFSS into Australia’s leading creative arts academy is bold, brave and reality shifting. It opens up unparalleled opportunities for current and prospective students, together with staff and the broader community, to be the driving force behind this daring evolution.

Never before have so many changes happened so quickly in our industry with AFTT being created to take full advantage of the rapid and ongoing advancements in technology within new media, as well as to respond to the increased diversity and dynamism in the global film, television and theatre economy.
 
To empower industry ready graduates with real-world understanding of their craft, we need to be ahead of the curve. By consolidating these two prestigious schools beneath one banner we will forge a comprehensive, more responsive institution that features all key disciplines of our industry – from cinematography to live event production,  acting for stage and screen, and screenwriting, directing and producing.

Founded on passion, inspiration, adventure and creative excellence, AFTT will be an environment in which to collaborate and work together as artists. Its creation is a courageous evolution that will position us at the forefront of Australia’s creative arts industry, and allow us to become a leading force within the global entertainment education market.

Rest assured that all students will continue to learn and receive support from the same dedicated team of tutors, student recruitment advisors and administrators you may have already met.

You can apply anytime by completing the application form on our website: Apply Now

(hard copy forms are also available through the Student Admissions team).

AFTT’s Student Admissions team are always available to discuss the application and enrolment process with you – feel free to phone them directly to chat: 02 9281 2400

No tertiary institution would be capable of guaranteeing graduate employment beyond their studies. What we can guarantee is that students will receive the highest level of tuition during their study with us. They will be immersed in a creative and vibrant environment with like-minded students.

During their working life, graduates will undoubtedly find themselves working across a variety of industries. We therefore accept that our goal is to not only produce talented graduates, but those who can remain productive throughout. This is achieved not only through the specialised skills taught within our courses, but through the development of soft skills such as collaboration, analysis and effective communication. 

YES.  We have two (2) scholarships available;

All students enrolling should be prepared for a FULL-TIME commitment to their training. Working within the creative arts is a commitment to learning, developing and creating – as an individual, and as part of an ensemble/crew. The nature of AFTT’s training is studio and production focussed, meaning your time at AFTT involves being immersed in the world of performance/production and within a community of likeminded professionally focussed people.

Your full-time commitment consists of a combination of an average of 24 hours per week of classes, rehearsals and productions as well as time for personal preparation, reflection and independent work.

The timetable is a combination of morning, afternoon and evening classes and rehearsals which can run between the hours of 9.00am and 9.00pm, Monday to Friday.

During production periods students will be required to attend AFTT outside of these normal hours, which may include afterhours and weekend performances and production activities.

The timetable is provided at the beginning of each trimester/semester to allow you to forward plan and manage your time between AFTT, work and personal commitments.

The first step is to express interest, and to ask questions!

Our Student Admissions (SA) team are available to guide and issue current and accurate information that enables you to make informed decisions about undertaking training with AFTT.

How to reach the Student Admissions team:

            Phone: 02 9281 2400

            Email:   info@aftt.edu.au

            Submit an enquiry form (website): Ask a Question

Step 1: Enquire & Apply

Step 2: Interview

Step 3: Audition (Industry focus area of Acting only)

Step 4: Offer and Acceptance

Step 5: Enrolment

Step 6: Start studying at AFTT!