The 2024 mid-year intake term dates are as follows:

• Term 1:      17 July 2024 – 6 September 2024
• Term 2:      30 September 2024 – 15 November 2024
• Term 3:      3 March 2025 – 18 April 2025
• Term 4:      12 May 2025 – 27 June 2025

The 1-year programme is structured into two modules, each running for a semester (6 months).

Module 1:  Production and Art Department

This module involves concentrated and creatively driven learning inputs, aimed at preparing students for Production Assist positions within the film and entertainment industry. It is specifically designed to introduce students to the various production assist positions in the various production departments as well as the practical aspects of filmmaking and production delivered through hands-on practical, theory and analytical academic classes. Students will be introduced to the roles, duties and functions of the Production Team on set, including the assist positions in Art Department and Post-Production.

Art Department:  Students will attend practical art department workshops in preparation for the role of the art department assistant on set, including training in the protocol, tools and techniques required.  Emphasis on script interpretation and sourcing of props / wardrobe, with a grounding in budgets and recons as well as industry roles and responsibilities.

Post-Production:  Students will also gain insight and practical training in the role of Post-Production Co-ordinator.  During practical workshops, students will be introduced to the edit facilities and software in the Post-Production Department.

Module 2: Technical

This is a focused and robust module aimed at preparing students for Technical Assist positions within the film and entertainment industry. The learning is specifically designed to introduce students to the various technical and practical aspects of filmmaking delivered through hands-on practical, theory and analytical academic classes. Students will be introduced to the roles, duties and functions of a technical assist positions of the film crew on set as well as the fundamental principles and practical process and operation of the Camera Department, Lighting and Grips.

Camera Department:  This lays the foundation for students with a passion for cameras and photography who are keen to gain experience towards becoming camera assistants / VTO operators / location scouts and/or stills photographers.  Emphasis is placed on equipment familiarity, handling and responsibility with a grounding in workflow.

Grips and Lighting:  Students will gain technical experience towards becoming grip assistants and lighting sparks in the film, commercial and television industries.   Practical and technical training on aspects such as equipment familiarity, handling and responsibility with a grounding in safety standings is covered.