2-Month Cinematography Course

To get the most out of the program, we recommend that all students bring:

• Portable external drive (minimum 2 TB)
  To safely store and back up your film projects, you’ll need a portable drive with at least 2 TB of storage capacity.
• Laptop for editing and independent work

  You’ll be doing a lot of post-production on your own device. Your laptop should ideally meet or exceed the following specifications:

  • CPU: Intel Core i7 or AMD Ryzen 7, M1 (minimum)
    Intel Core i9 or AMD Ryzen 9, M2, M3 (recommended)
  • RAM: 16 GB (minimum) / 32 GB+ (recommended)
  • GPU: 6 GB VRAM (minimum) / 8 GB+ VRAM (recommended)
  • Media storage: SSD or RAID (minimum) / SSD, Direct Attached RAID or NAD RAID (10 GbE) (recommended)

  If needed, you’ll also have access to the school’s computers and software.

• Personal film budget (approx. 5 000 CZK)
  As part of our hands-on approach, students are expected to fund their group final films. We provide filmmaking equipment and a transportation van, but all other production costs are your responsibility. Choose or write scripts that match your available resources — being creative on a budget is part of the learning.

• Security deposit (5 000 CZK)
  All students are required to bring a refundable security deposit of 5 000 CZK. This amount will be held by the school throughout the duration of the program and may be used to cover intentional or negligent damage not covered by liability insurance, fines for breaking school rules, damage to school property, equipment misuse, parking violations or similar incidents. The deposit acts as an additional layer of responsibility and is fully refundable at the end of your studies, minus any deductions if applicable. 

We understand that by choosing to study with us, you’re making a serious financial commitment. Here’s what your tuition fee includes as a Prague Film Institute student:

• Learning and Training
  • Lectures and practical classes led by experienced industry professionals
  • All essential teaching materials
• Certificate
  • A Prague Film Institute Certificate of Completion (awarded upon successful completion)
• Equipment an Facilities
  • Access to professional filmmaking equipment and industry-standard editing software 
  • Free use of school spaces for filming, including green screen and cinema screening room
  • School van available for student productions
• Insurance
  To protect you in case you accidentally damage equipment or property during your studies, the school will arrange a personal liability insurance policy on your behalf. 

• Living expenses:
  • Housing, food, local transportation, and daily living costs are not covered by the tuition fee.
• Travel & visa costs:
  • Airfare, visa application fees, and health insurance are the responsibility of the student.
• Film production costs:
  • Students are expected to fund their final film project, including costs for locations, actors, props, catering, and transport.
  • The school provides core filmmaking equipment, school premises and access to a transport van.

While these costs are not included in tuition, students often find that living in Prague is more affordable than in many other European capitals.