Master of Fine Arts in Digital Cinema Production

Master of Fine Arts in Digital Cinema Production

National University

San Diego, California, USA
Master of Fine Arts in Digital Cinema Production
Duration1.5-2 Years
LevelMasters Program
  • The program provides graduates with an in-depth study of digital motion picture production and post production and a foundation in film history
  • Offered in three formats- Online, Hybrid and On-campus at Los Angles campus
  • It focuses on developing filmmakers well versed in all aspects of low budget, independent narrative and documentary style filmmaking and prepares graduates to work in a variety of production capacities
  • The curriculum covers screenwriting, digital cinematography, lighting, directing, production management, non-linear editing and post-production workflow, producing and distribution
  • It also involves the three workshops which provide students with hands-on production experience in a collaborative environment using professional equipment and must be completed prior to the thesis sequence
Fees componentsAmount
Tuition & fees1457476 INR
Transportation80271 INR
Production and Course Material Fee153804 INR
International Student Activity Fee4394 INR
Books and supplies120700 INR
Other educational costs195697 INR
Total554866 INR

Entry Criteria

Class 12thNo specific cutoff mentioned
Bachelors2.5 GPA
  • Applicant must have a bachelor's degree or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 2.5
  • A successful applicant should have beginner to intermediate level knowledge of video editing software and be able to create new projects, capture digital video and audio assets, assemble and insert, edit, and export sequences to a variety of QuickTime formats for DVD, Internet and streaming formats
  • Students are also required to have the basic technical knowledge and skills needed to operate a digital camera using manual settings and be familiar with photographic principles like exposure, iris, and shutter, as well as such digital concepts as white balance, image resolution, frame rate and screen ratio
ExamsTOEFL: 79

IELTS: 6
with no band lower than score of 5
PTE: 58

Additional info

• Official college/university transcripts and mark sheets • Affidavit of Support or proof of financial support (official bank letter) •Personal interview with the program lead faculty advisor • Portfolio, resume, certificate or other proof may be required• GRE is required only if applicants have GPA of 2.0-2.49 in their undergraduate degree •Work experience can be considered
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