About
The University of Melbourne is one of the city’s most popular sites for filming and photography.
Our campuses are home to a unique range of indoor and outdoor locations. Many of these have been featured in local and international feature films, TV series, commercials, and documentaries.
We recognise the important role that film and photography plays in the community and are dedicated to making our facilities available for filming and photography.
Types of projects we support
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Film and TV
Whether your project is an international feature film or locally based TV series, as long as your project is aligned with the University brand, we are happy to chat. A signed Location Agreement is required to access the campus and location fees may apply.
Visit our How To page for more information.
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Students
We support up and coming film makers and photographers.
Faculty of Fine Arts and Music students please contact Katie Bradley
If you are from another educational institution, please follow the steps outlined on the How To page
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Media
All media requests to film or photograph at the University should contact the Media Office.
These requests include:
- Academic interviews for news items – print/TV/radio/online
- Research focused TV series/episodes/specials
- Documentaries
- Media that involves factual, evidence-based University expertise and commentary
- Activities that involve promotion of academic, alumni, students and/or staff
- Arranging access to the University’s television and audio studios
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Personal use
Non-commercial filming and photography for personal use is permitted on campus provided your visit causes no disruption to staff and students.
If your project is, or has the potential to be, income generating, your work is not considered personal. Visit our How To page for more information.
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Advertising/commercial
We only accept shoots for commercial advertising projects if your project aligns with University strategic objectives and brand values.
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Weddings
The picturesque grounds of the University of Melbourne are an ideal and popular location for wedding photography. Interested parties should apply for a permit Fees apply.
Our locations
The University has seven campus locations across Melbourne and rural Victoria. Each campus has a variety of unique architectural and landscape features and facilities. Our main campus at Parkville, established in 1860, features some of the most popular modern and historical locations for filming and photography.
Projects filmed at the University
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