Full-Time Study

Bachelor in Acting for Film Transfer Program

The Bachelor Transfer Acting for Film Program is our most comprehensive acting-for-screen training: a two-year, full-time English-taught pathway for beginners and early-stage actors preparing for film and TV. You train in an active film-school environment with a high volume of productions across two years—creating extensive opportunities for on-camera experience and portfolio footage, while learning real set workflows from rehearsal and prep through shooting and professional set etiquette. Across the program, you develop industry-ready presentation materials including professional self-tapes, an industry-standard showreel, filmed scenes, and—where available—additional on-camera clips from workshops or student productions to demonstrate range, supported by integrated technique training and career-focused guidance. After graduation, you can progress to a BA top-up (final year) internationally or step straight into industry work with a strong screen portfolio.

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BA Progression or Industry Entry

Graduate with a BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) in Acting, supporting progression to Bachelor’s degree top-up pathways (final year) internationally, or a strong entry point into professional film and TV acting.

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Showreel & Screen Portfolio

Build a complete industry-standard screen acting portfolio, including professional self-tapes, an industry-standard showreel, filmed scenes, and additional on-camera clips developed across productions and workshops.

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High-Volume Film Production Environment

Train within a film school producing up to 60 student films across the two-year program, creating extensive opportunities for on-camera experience across a wide range of styles and formats.

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Career & Industry Support

Receive structured guidance on auditions, casting platforms, professional presentation, and next career steps—supporting long-term career development in international film and TV contexts.

What to expect

How this program works

The program runs full-time over two academic years and is built for steady progress—so you’re constantly training, filming, improving, and building confidence on camera. Each semester has two parts. First, you’re in regular studio training: on-camera classes, filmed scene work, workshops, and direct feedback to sharpen your technique, character choices, and screen presence. 

Then you move into the shooting period when our filmmaking students produce a high volume of final films—typically up to 60–70 projects across the two-year program. Acting students collaborate with filmmaking students on these productions, gaining real set experience and learning how film sets actually work. If you’re not on a project during this phase, training continues through guided practice and support—so you keep moving forward either way.

Across two years, you build real on-camera skills, understand set workflows, and leave with a strong screen portfolio ready for auditions, castings, and next steps.

Program Info

Essential Details

  • Language:English (international-friendly)
  • Suitable for:Beginners & early stage actors
  • Start Date:September (see dates & fees →)
  • Duration: 10 months per academic year
  • Progression: BA top-up or industry entry
  • Schedule: Monday–Friday, approx. 9AM - 5PM
  • Location:Prague, Czech Republic – historic centre
  • Certificate: BTEC HND in Acting (read more →)
What you’ll learn throughout the program

Study Plan

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Next Steps After Completion

Graduates of this program typically pursue one or more of the following paths:

  • Audition for international film, TV, and commercial roles with a complete, industry-ready screen portfolio
  • Progress to a BA top-up (final year) internationally 
  • Continue a professional acting career supported by English-language training, screen-focused practice, and career guidance

preparing for the program

Before the program begins, there are a few essentials to get ready. This section outlines what you’ll need to bring, what is provided by the school, and what to expect in terms of equipment and basic costs.

What To Bring?

We recommend that all Prague Film Institute acting students bring their own…

  • Laptop for notes and for storing footage for your showreel
  • Flash (memory) card with sufficient storage capacity to record and store their filmed scenes during the course.
  • Comfortable athletic clothes for movement-based classes, including sneakers. 
  • 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. 

What is Included

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
  • Qualification
    • BTEC HND in Acting – awarded only upon successful completion of academic and practical requirements
  • 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. 

What is Not Included

  • 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.

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

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