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Diploma of Documentary Filmmaking 1-Year
- Burbank, United States
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
A one-year full-time certificate in non-fiction filmmaking.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Demonstrate applied knowledge and practical skills in Documentary Filmmaking 1-Year Certificate. Apply concepts related to full-time one-year programme: students create original non-fiction work such as short films in guided assignments and practical contexts. Communicate work appropriately and complete subject-relevant projects or assessments.
Career outcomes
- Video Production Assistant
- Film Editor
- Media Producer
- Creative Content Specialist
Curriculum
- Full-time one-year programme: students create original non-fiction work such as short films
- Web video and vlogs
- Practising writing
- Shooting
- Directing
- Producing
- Editing
- Pitching and interviewing.
Entry requirements
Academic
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Online application with creative materials
- English proof where applicable
- Grade/context: No minimum GPA published for admission.
Accepted academic background
High school diploma or equivalent (plus creative portfolio and application materials).
Language tests
- IELTS 5.5
- TOEFL iBT 68
- Duolingo 90
- Cambridge 162
Other requirements
- Portfolio required
Documents you’ll need
- Previous Qualification Certificate
- English Language Test Results (If Applicable)
- Portfolio (If Applicable).
How to apply
- Check the 1- and 2-year certificate requirements and deadline on apply online and pay the 75 USD fee. Upload proof of high school completion
- Creative materials and English proof. After the offer pay the deposit stated in the offer. Contact the International Student Office (212-966-3488) for the I-20 and F-1 visa steps.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $64,050 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | NYFA Los Angeles |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | _ |
| Department | Documentary Filmmaking 1-Year Certificate |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 30 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | NYFA lists merit and talent-based scholarship opportunities for eligible degree and longer certificate students, Portfolio, Academic and funding criteria may apply. |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
Tuition is $64,050 USD per year. The application fee is $75 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $22,750 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 68, Duolingo 90, Cambridge 162. A portfolio is required.