What is BUFTA?
The Faculty of Society & Design is proud to present the Bond University Film and Television Academy (BUFTA) Awards as one of the premier film competitions for High School students. Each year BUFTA attracts and showcases aspiring young filmmakers, and has been the starting point for many of Bond's film and television alumni, who are now pursuing incredible careers in the industry.
Since its inception in 1996, BUFTA has established a reputation as the best way for Year 11 and 12 students to flex their writing, directing, editing and production skills by creating original short films. This year, for the first time, BUFTA has also welcomed film submissions from across the globe in our International Category.
We look forward to welcoming you to this very special event, which will be produced and broadcast live by our very own first-year Bachelor of Film and Television students.
BEHIND-THE-SCENES
You are invited to experience an exclusive Behind-The-Scenes (BTS) look at our prestigious Bond University Film & Television Academy (BUFTA) Awards Ceremony. If you want an insight into what a Film & TV degree at Bond University is like, come see for yourself!
The entire BUFTA Production, which is akin to a Hollywood awards ceremony, is organised and developed by current Bachelor of Film and Television students. Our students work as BUFTA crew on all facets of the live production, including producing, directing, graphics, design, floor management, camera, sound, post-production, lighting, writing, talent management and social media..
You may choose from the following options:
- Option 1: BUFTA BTS experience only, or
- Option 2: BUFTA BTS + Full BUFTA Awards Ceremony* experience
* Dress Code for BUFTA Awards Ceremony: Cocktail/Formal attire - Dress to impress!
*Complimentary inclusions: Light Refreshments
Experience BUFTA | Exclusive BTS Opportunity
SATURDAY 21 NOVEMBER 2026
4.00pm | BUFTA BTS Experience commences
+ Exclusive BTS tour of the live studio, control room and Princeton room - Meet Bond student crew + Film & TV academics!
4.30pm | BUFTA BTS Experience concludes
Students/Parents who choose Option 1 (BUFTA BTS experience only) depart.
4:30pm | BUFTA Awards Ceremony - Red Carpet Arrivals
Students/Parents who choose Option 2 (BUFTA BTS + Full BUFTA Awards Ceremony experience) join all guests on the red carpet.
5:00pm | It's Showtime!
Please be seated, the BUFTA Awards Ceremony is about to begin...!
7:00pm | That's a Wrap
Mix & mingle after the show with fellow filmmakers, industry professionals, Bond students and academics.
Registration essential
This event is by invitation only and strictly permits 1 x additional guest