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Duration

03 Years

Class Schedule

05 Days/Week

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About AAFT

Access to state of the art equipment and industry-centric curriculum, shaping future success.

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Education
Legacy
33 Years
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35000+
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10th*
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Right at the
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Our Collaborations

Being a director means having the
courage to take your audience where they did not know they wanted to go.

The Course is Designed For

The B.Sc in Cinema (Specialization in Direction) program is designed for aspiring filmmakers with a blend of storyteling and technical proficiency. This prorgams delves into the art and craft of directing, composition, lighting, visual aesthetics, scene construction, working with actors and selecting the right equipment, developing the skills to build a proficient director.

Career Trajectory

Career Trajectory

  • Film Director
  • OTT Series Director
  • Assistant Director (AD)
  • Creative Director
  • Script Supervisor
  • Video Content Creator
  • Ad Film Director
Skills Acquisition

Skills Acquisition

  • Stroyboarding and shot breakdowns
  • Visual storytelling
  • Fundamentals of lighting, camera & lenses
  • Script-to-screen planning
  • Creative decision making
  • Script analysis
  • Great Communication Skills

Course Highlights

How You’ll Learn at AAFT

With our 3-year B.Sc in Cinema (Specialization in Direction) program, students will learn about hands-on training in direction, script-to-screen planning, lighting, camera angles and lenses and everything to master filmmaking. Exclusive masterclasses with 1:1 mentoring sessions is a major highlight by renowned animators, industry deans and experts.

Our curriculum is industry-aligned and designed following a 70:30 assessment structure - with 70% focus on practical sessions and live projects and portfolio development and 30% on written assessments, strategic thinking and critical analysis. This program offers a holistic development of both artistic expression and intellectual understanding, preparing students for rewarding careers in animation, gaming and digital media.

Academic Staff

At AAFT, you’ll learn from a team of accomplished educators and active industry professionals—including renowned animators and industry leaders. Their ongoing involvement in national and international projects keeps the curriculum relevant, future-facing, and aligned with industry trends.

The B.Sc in Cinema (Specialization in Direction) program also offers valuable exposure through guest lectures, on-campus masterclasses, professional studio visits, and opportunities for expert mentorship and industry consultation, giving you insights that go beyond the classroom.

Career & Placements

AAFT provides a strong commitment and assurance for employment prospects upon completion of your academic programs. We have developed strong alliances with numerous industrial partners.

We organize job fairs and offer career counseling services to improve students' prospects for employment (more on EDGE and CARE). We provide training to students to ensure their abilities are in line with the expectations of the industry.

Curriculum Breakdown

  • Fundamentals of Filmmaking Techniques
  • Mastering the Evolution of Cinema
  • Introduction to Still Photography and Design Technology
  • Importance of Technology in Photography
  • Adobe Photoshop Basics
  • Direct and Produce Individual Project

  • Evolution of Cinema after WWI and WW II.
  • Mastering film techniques and video editing
  • Fundamentals of filmmaking
  • Mood, character and story of a movie

  • Master make-up, costume and jewelry
  • Direct and produce montage and music videos
  • Edits and Cutting Techniques in a Film
  • Direction Specialization

  • Cultures and Art Forms
  • Iranian, French, Latin and Korean Cinema
  • Screening, discussion and reviews
  • 10-12 min short video Practical Project
  • Planning and Plotting Techniques
  • Budget Planning

  • Ethical and Legal Understanding
  • Evolution of Indian Cinema in 90s
  • Marketing and Distribution of Films
  • Practical Project

  • Specialization in Direction

Academic Practices

This program blends creative storytelling with technical training in camera work, lighting, and visual composition. Through hands-on shoots, internships, and a final showreel, you'll build a strong portfolio that reflects your cinematic style. Master the tools and techniques of professional cinematography—from camera operation to post-production—preparing you for careers in film, TV, advertising, and digital media.

  • Learn about the fundamentals of filmmaking and evolution of cinema

  • Evolution of Cinema after WWI and WWII

  • Learn the nitty-gritty of Indian Cinema, Media ethics and laws

  • Learn about International Cinema and a filmmaking project

  • Understand the legal and ethical understanding in filmmaking

  • Portfolio Development and Industry Project Report

  • Ideation and Direction - 2 min fiction

  • Directing 10 shot exercise

  • Directing an advertisement

  • Directing a music video

  • Directing 15-20 mins Non-Fiction Film

  • Final Diploma Film (Fiction)

Life at School of Cinema

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Learn from Industry Veterans

AAFT Boats of a highly qualified and experiences team of professor who hold impeccable industrial acumen after having led successful careers in their respective fields.

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Who Can Apply?

We attract exceptional candidates who possess a blend of intellectual curiosity, leadership potential and a passion for music, thereby creating a cohort of promising future leaders.

Eligibility Criteria

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Candidate must have a 10+2 from a recognized university/institution

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Candidate must have a minimum of 50% marks in 10+2 (45% for reserved categories)

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Candidate need to clear the AAFT Global Entrance Test (GET)

Step to Apply?

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Application Form

Candidate must have a 10+2 from a recognized university/institution

02

Personal Interview

A personal interview will be conducted to screen your application.

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Offer of Admission

Post the admission round, the admission letter will be rolled out to the selected candidates.

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