Believe, Foster, Ignite
Inspiring A New Generation of Documentary Filmmakers
Telling Stories That Matter
A documentary organisation made by students, for students
Fostering a love of Documentary filmmaking
We ignite a new generation's interest in and passion for the art of storytelling, and especially to promote the vibrant intersection between art, journalism, and scholarship, all of which are front and centre in documentary filmmaking.
Changing the World Through Stories
We Believe
At DocU, we believe in the power of storytelling to change lives, specifically via the documentary form that appeals to both our logic and emotions.
We Foster
Through our many opportunities and scholarships, we empower students to tell stories that matter to themselves, their communities, and the world.
We Ignite
Together with the medium of film, these narratives illuminate vital aspects of the human condition and new perspectives that ignite positive changes in viewers.
A Network for Filmmakers
DocU is a network of documentary lovers around the world, bringing diverse communities and voices together through film.
We achieve this through spotlights of student documentaries on our website, case studies and analysis of professional documentaries, and inviting industry experts to provide tips and answer common filmmaking queries.
Our instagram page serves as the cherry on top, uniting all of the above into interactive daily posts on anything fresh or interesting happening in the documentary world.
What We Offer
Opportunities & events
Documentary competitions
Public screening of student films
Opportunities & events
Documentary competitions
Public screening of student films
Scholarships
Scholarship money up to 3000$ AUD
Filmmaking equipment
Scholarships
Scholarship money up to 3000$ AUD
Filmmaking equipment
Professional Advice
Tips from industry experts, documentary filmmakers, professional judges
Professional Advice
Tips from industry experts, documentary filmmakers, professional judges