New York Film Academy Australia (NYFA Australia) is a globally acclaimed film school on the Gold Coast, delivering hands-on education in the area of the visual and performing arts, with a focus on Filmmaking, Acting for Film, Screenwriting, and Producing.

Our innovative “learning-by-doing” approach to teaching in the creative paradise of Gold Coast, Australia is aligned with the philosophy of our renowned New York Film Academy. Since 1992, the New York Film Academy has built a reputation as one of the premier hands-on intensive film and acting schools in the world. Additional NYFA campuses are also located in New York City, Los Angeles, South Beach - Miami, and Florence - Italy.

Through an Australian-first partnership, NYFA Australia has collaborated with Warner Bros. Movie World, setting up film production hot sets and providing students the opportunity to shoot throughout the iconic theme park’s backlot. NYFA Australia also has industry affiliations with world-renowned Village Roadshow Studios.

The project-based curriculum in our film school and acting school are designed to reflect a real-world environment while encouraging students to explore their own creativity and passion.