B.A. (Hons) In Professional Filmmaking

Eligibility - 10+2 (Any stream)
Duration - 3 Years
Credits - 148

COURSE OVERVIEW

B.A (Hons) in Professional Filmmaking prepares the new generation of storytellers with the creative and technical skills crucial to step and succeed in today’s film, television and online media industries. Students will develop an understanding of movements in film, style and associated critical analysis skills, as well as a thorough appreciation of contemporary industry practice.

This course builds creative and technical skills essential to succeed in today’s world.

By the end of their degree program, film making students will build a holistic skill set that includes all major aspects of their craft, gain an enormous amount of hands-on experience, and create original work of their own.

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?

A team of award-winning filmmakers will take you through their approach to telling stories. You will explore a variety of film production specialisms, from writing and directing to cinematography, editing and composing. Each week your filmmaker host will use examples from their work as well as films that have influenced and inspired them.

This filmmaking course will deepen your understanding of the filmmaking process and show you how to take it further – whether making your own short films, thinking about a career, or simply a deeper appreciation of the films you watch.

MSCPA – B.A. (Hons) In Professional Filmmaking – Three-Year Program is a six-semester, full-time, degree programme. Students will work at a faster pace and with a greater degree of commitment as they acquire new skills and create a body of work.

The curriculum is structured in such a way that students are immersed in all facets of the discipline. MSCPA provides a creative environment in which students are challenged, inspired, and developed through an intensive curriculum. Whether our filmmaking students are new to the industry or are seasoned professionals looking to brush up on their skills, our course will push them to develop new mastery by the end of the year.

INDUSTRY EXPOSURE

MSCPA is a place where classes are taught by award-winning industry professionals, in a real-world environment with state-of-the-art facilities and equipment. Regular master classes and case studies with Industry veterans are the main highlight of the institute’s academic structure. MSCPA course curriculum undergoes a regular upgradation keeping it par with technological advancement and latest trends in the Industry.

Through internship programmes, students will gain experience working on ‘Real Time Projects’. Students have the opportunity to work on a variety of ‘Ongoing Projects’. Thus, by exposing students to real-world production scenarios and workflows, they will be better prepared to develop a high-quality portfolio and advance in their careers.

Softwares Covered : Adobe Creative Suite – Photoshop, After Effects , Premier Pro, FCP X.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF THE COURSE

Courses Offered By University of Mumbai’s Academy of Theatre Arts

Learn From the Best in the Industry

Interactive & Experiential Learning

Portfolio Building Through Real-World Industry Projects

Stepping Stone for Professional Career

Financially-Rewarding Career prospects

PROGRAM OUTCOMES

In-depth Understanding

Exhibit an in-depth understanding of the fundamental components of visual storytelling, story structure and story analysis.

Collaborative Work

Articulate the complex and interrelated functions and roles on a film set, and can work collaboratively within that structure.

Artistic Experience

Through closely-mentored projects, apply technical elements to the creation of an artistic experience in a specific discipline (Directing, Editing, Cinematography, Sound Design, Producing, and Production Design).

Film Language

Through critical essays, writing assignments, and visual production exercises, demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of the development of film language, including aesthetic perspectives.

AFTER YOU GRADUATE

Careers in the film industry are notoriously competitive, work experience and networking are the most effective methods of identifying appropriate opportunities – along with your theoretical and technical abilities, you’ll need determination and perseverance to succeed in the highly competitive film industry. Graduates can find work in a wide range of fields, including:

Screenwriter

Executive Producer

Line Producer

Film director

Cinematographer

Camera Operator

Production Manager

Film/Video Editor

Location Manager

Production Designer, Theatre/Television/Film

Programme Researcher, Broadcasting/Film/Video

Television Camera Operator

Television/Film/Video Producer

Television Production Coordinator

Broadcast Presenter

Furthermore, the course serves as a springboard for further study or employment in commercial film.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

B.A. (Hons) In Professional Filmmaking

SEM I

SEM II

SEM III

SEM IV

SEM V

SEM VI

SEM I

SEM II

SEM III

SEM IV

SEM V

SEM VI

Eligibility - 10+2 (Any stream)
Duration - 3 Years
Credits - 148

B.A. (HONS) IN PROFESSIONAL FILMMAKING
				Scheme of Exams
Subject Code	Subject Name	Credits	No. of Hours	Internal Assessment	External Assessment	Total Marks
SEMESTER I – 24 CREDITS
BFM01	Principles of Management	4	60	60	40	100
BFM02	Organisational Behaviour	4	60	60	40	100
BFM03	Business Communication	4	60	60	40	100
BFM04	History of Cinema & Film Appreciation	4	60	60	40	100
BFM05	Dynamics of Visual Communication	4	60	60	40	100
BFM06	Basics of Film Making I (Practical)	4	120	100	0	100
	TOTAL	24	420	400	200	600
SEMESTER II – 24 CREDITS
BFM07	Human Resource Management	4	60	60	40	100
BFM08	Marketing Management	4	60	60	40	100
BFM09	Introduction to Film Studies	4	60	60	40	100
BFM10	Basics of Photography	4	60	60	40	100
BFM11	Advertisement Film Making	4	60	60	40	100
BFM12	Basics of Film Making II (Practical)	4	120	60	40	100
	TOTAL	24	420	400	200	600
Internship 45-60 Days Optional
SEMESTER III – 25 CREDITS
BFM13	Brand Management	4	60	60	40	100
BFM14	Writing for Print and Broadcast Media	3	45	60	40	100
BFM15	Overview Of Entertainment & Media	4	60	60	40	100
BFM16	Audio and Video Production Techniques	4	60	60	40	100
BFM17	Film Technology – I	4	60	60	40	100
MFM18	Professional Industry Engagement (Practical)	6	180	100	0	100
	TOTAL	25	465	400	200	600
SEMESTER VI – 20 CREDITS
BFM19	Digital Photography	3	45	60	40	100
BFM20	Public Relation	4	60	60	40	100
BFM21	Film Technology – II	4	60	60	40	100
BFM22	Elective – I	4	60	60	40	100
BFM23	Elective – II	4	60	60	40	100
BFM24	Work Based Learning Route (Practical)	6	180	100	0	100
	TOTAL	25	465	400	200	600
Internship
SEMESTER V – 26 CREDITS
BFM25	Aspects of Film Production Management	4	60	60	40	100
BFM26	Television Production & Programming	4	60	60	40	100
BFM27	Film Production, Distribution & Marketing	4	60	60	40	100
BFM28	Elective – III	4	60	60	40	100
BFM29	Elective – IV	4	60	60	40	100
BFM30	Advanced Filmmaking (Practical)	6	180	100	0	100
	TOTAL	26	480	400	200	600
Final Project Planning
SEMESTER VI – 24 CREDITS
BFM31	Entrepreneurship & Project Management	4	60	60	40	100
BFM32	Digital And Social Media Advertising	4	60	60	40	100
BFM33	Media – Laws & Ethics	4	60	60	40	100
BFM34	Elective – V	4	60	60	40	100
BFM35	Elective – VI	4	60	60	40	100
BFM36	Final Project (Practical)	4	120	100	0	100
	TOTAL	24	420	400	200	600
TOTAL COURSE CREDITS & HOURS		148	2670

GROUP	SPECIALISATION	ELECTIVE	SUBJECT
A	DIRECTION & SCREENWRITING	I	Fundamentals of Direction
		II	Directorial Research & Analytical Study
		III	Art & Craft of Acting
		IV	Production & Post-Production Process
		V	Cinematography & Editing for Directors
		VI	Screenplay Writing Theory

B	CINEMATOGRAPHY	I	Motion Picture & Camera Lenses I
		II	Visual Effects in Cinematography
		III	Light & Imaging Techniques of Cinematography I
		IV	Motion Picture & Camera Lenses II
		V	Light & Imaging Techniques of Cinematography II
		VI	Advanced Aspects of Cinematography

C	EDITING	I	Fundamentals of Film & Video Editing
		II	Principles of Film & Video Editing
		III	First Cut to Final Cut
		IV	Editing for Fiction Films
		V	Graphics, Animation & Direction for Editors
		VI	Editing for Non-Fiction Films

D	PRODUCTION	I	Overview of Film Producing
		II	Pre-Production
		III	Producing the Film
		IV	Film Distribution and Marketing
		V	Comprehensive Legal & Business Plan
		VI	Advance Aspects of Producing

E	SOUND	I	Sound Engineering Electronics I
		II	Sound Recording Components & Techniques I
		III	Concepts of Sound Recording
		IV	Sound Recording Components & Techniques II
		V	Creative Sound Recording
		VI	Sound Engineering Electronics II

F	ANIMATION	I	Elements of Animation
		II	Modeling & Texturing
		III	Lighting
		IV	3D Interactive Basics & Game Environment
		V	Editing & Compositing
		VI	3D FX

THE MSCPA ADVANTAGE

All MSCPA students acquire critical filmmaking skills and put them into practice in a working unit. There is no film career that is not greatly enriched by an active practical knowledge of the other specialisations. This makes an MSCPA graduate stand out from future professional colleagues with a single specialisation, at any level.

Prime Location

Learn in the land of bollywood @Mumbai

Real-World Experience

Get mentored by the industry experts on set

Networking

Make powerful connections while working

Future-Ready

Take a leap with full exposure to the industry

Get a platform

Showcase your skills and find promising opportunities

WITH MSCPA YOU CAN

Explore Your Creativity

Discover Cinema

Explore Beautiful Locations

Limitless Opportunities

Expand Your Horizons

Network with Professionals

Transform Ideas Into Artwork

Gain Transferable Skills

Diversity In Career Choices

MSCPA CAREER SERVICE

We take pride in our graduates’ success and promise to assist you in planning, managing, and achieving your career goals, as well as offering you a competitive edge through our career services.

One-on-One Mentorship

Assistance for Internships & Placements

Career & Skill Development workshops

Professional Networking

Entrepreneurship assistance

TAKE THE NEXT STEP

We’re here to assist you in transitioning into your desired degree programme, whether you’re interested in filmmaking, music, or visual effects. Follow the steps below to begin your journey toward achieving your dream job in the entertainment industry with an MSCPA degree.

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