About the specialisation

Cinematography Courses

Choosing the Cinematography specialisation means spending more time behind the camera. You’ll take dedicated cinematography classes, work in camera roles on student productions and shoot a final film as a cinematographer.

You’ll develop practical skills in camera operation, lighting, composition and visual storytelling, while learning how the camera department works with directors and other crew members on set.

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Pro Equipment

Train with professional cameras, lenses and equipment, both at the school and in a professional rental environment.

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Make Films

Shoot your own final films or work on multiple student productions.

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Camera Credits

Build cinematography credits across your own or classmates’ films.

Feature Film Experience

 Advanced students can take a main crew role in cinematography on the feature film.

Understanding your study path

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1-Month & 3-Month Courses

You don’t choose a specialisation yet. Everyone builds the same filmmaking foundation.

 

Equipment

  • Blackmagic cinema cameras

Cinematography Experience

  • Cinematography is taught alongside directing, editing, production and screenwriting to give you a balanced foundation.

Final Film

  • You can take the camera role in the final group film — perfect for your first film credit

Next Step

→ Continue to the 1-Year Beginner Filmmaking Program

2-Month Course

For students who want to focus only on cinematography, learn fast and don’t have time for longer programs.

 

Equipment

  • Blackmagic cinema cameras, RED cameras

Cinematography Training

  • Weekly practical shoots
  • Workshops: 16mm, action scenes, drones
  • Visit to a professional camera rental

Final Film

  • Create 3+ group films, work in different roles

Next Step

→ Stand-alone course

5-Month Course

Ideal for beginners who want a full filmmaking foundation, including cinematography. You shoot a final film in your specialisation — your own or a classmate’s.

 

Equipment

  • Blackmagic cinema cameras

Cinematography Training

  • General filmmaking + dedicated camera classes
  •  Training across all departments
  • Strong camera basics: operation, lighting, composition, workflow

Final Film

  • Shoot at least one film in a camera role (yours or a classmate’s)
  • Option to work on 3-4 more films as cinematographer or in any role

Next Step

→ Option to continue to the second semester of the 1-Year Program if you decide during the course

1-Year & 2-Year Programs

Cinematography Training

  • Develop your camera, lighting and visual storytelling skills
  • Work with Blackmagic, RED & ARRI cameras and professional lenses
  • Gain experience in professional rental environments

Your Films

  • Shoot at least one final film in a camera role each semester
  • Work on additional student productions and build your cinematography portfolio (usually around 3–4 additional films per semester)

Feature Film

Next Step
→ Start your film career or continue your studies

We’ll guide you

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