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1-MONTH FILMMAKING COURSE

The 1-Month Filmmaking Course is our entry-level course for beginners who want a practical, hands-on introduction to how films are made. Designed as an intensive, fast-paced training, it teaches you as much as possible in just four weeks and covers the foundations of key filmmaking departments—directing, cinematography, producing, editing, and screenwriting—and ends with a completed group short film, written, shot, and finished together as a class. You’ll study in an international classroom with students from different countries, and the program finishes with a certificate of completion. It’s an ideal entry point if you’re new to filmmaking or still exploring which film role suits you best.

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Practical Training

We combine clear fundamentals with intensive practice to help you improve quickly within one month.

 
 
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Explore Departments

Try directing, cinematography, producing, editing, and screenwriting to find what fits you best.

Completed Short Film

Finish the course with a group short film, written, shot, and completed as a class.

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International Classroom

Study with students from many countries and graduate with a certificate of completion.

Find your role

Departments You’ll Explore

In the 1-Month Course you don’t choose a specialisation. Instead, you take classes across the core filmmaking departments to understand the full workflow and discover what you enjoy most. If you already have a preferred role in mind, you can explore each department below — and see how that specialisation is incorporated into this course. Specialisations become available in our longer programs.

 
 

Post-production

Screenwriting

Cinematography

Production

Directing

Documentary

Coure Info

Essential Details

  • Language:English
  • Suitable for:Beginners & international students
  • Schedule: Monday–Friday, approx. 9AM - 5PM
  • Start Date:July and September (see dates & fees →)
  • Certificate: Completion Certificate
  • Location:Prague Film Institute, in the historic centre of Prague
What you’ll learn throughout the course

Study Plan

After Completion, You’ll Be Ready To…

  • Join basic helper roles on set — support student/indie shoots as a runner or production assistant
  • Start building a portfolio — leave with a finished group short film
  • Pick your direction — understand departments and decide what to focus on next
  • Continue your training — move into a longer program to build stronger skills. If you enrol in a longer program afterwards, you’ll receive a 30% tuition credit from this course applied to your next program
 
 

preparing for the program

Before the course 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?

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. 2–5 000 CZK)
    As part of our hands-on approach, students are expected to fund their group final film. 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. 

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
  • Certificate
    • A Prague Film Institute Certificate of Completion (awarded upon successful completion of the course requirements)
  • 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. 

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.
  • 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 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.

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