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Duration

02 Years

Class Schedule

05 Days/Week

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About AAFT

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Great acting is when the
audience forgets that it is a performance.

The Course is Designed For

The M.Sc. in Cinema (Specialization in Acting) is ideal for individuals who want to master screen performance and storytelling. This two-year intensive course is designed for those aiming to build a professional career in acting through structured training in character development, body language, voice work, improvisation, and camera-facing techniques.

Career Trajectory

Career Trajectory

  • Film & TV Actor
  • OTT & Web Series Performer
  • Theatre Artist
  • Voiceover Artist
  • Drama Therapist
  • Independent Performer
  • Researcher or Academic in PA
Skills Acquisition

Skills Acquisition

  • Advanced Acting Techniques
  • Voice and Speech Training
  • Movement and Body Language
  • Camera-Facing Skills
  • Script and Text Analysis
  • Industry Readiness
  • Improvisation and Scene Work

Course Highlights

How You’ll Learn at AAFT

With our 2-year M.Sc. in Cinema program, students receive hands-on training in screen acting, visual storytelling, editing techniques, audio design, and production workflows.. The Master's program in Cinema specializing in Acting follows a 70:30 model, with 70% practical learning and 30% dedicated to written assessments, strategic thinking, and critical analysis.

  • Learn advanced techniques through mock shoots, live set environments, and expert-led sessions.
  • Attend exclusive workshops and masterclasses, and benefit from one-on-one mentoring with the Dean of AAFT’s School of Cinema and industry veterans for immersive, real-world learning.

Academic Staff

At AAFT, the 2-year M.Sc. in Cinema (Specialization in Acting) course is led by a distinguished team of educators and active industry professionals involved in national and international event projects.

  • Our faculty’s real-world experience ensures that the cinema course stays relevant and forward-thinking, helping students keep pace with evolving strategies and industry standards.
  • Students benefit from guest lectures, on-campus masterclasses, studio visits, and expert mentorship, offering practical insights that complement their coursework, thus becoming a part of the on-screen filmmaking process.

Career & Placements

AAFT’s Master of Science (M.Sc) in Cinema with Specialization in Acting is backed by dedicated placement support and strong industry linkages to meet real-world expectations in cinema and performance.

  • Career guidance is provided through job fairs, expert counseling, and dedicated support from the EDGE and CARE cells.
  • Practical training in acting for cinema helps students build a strong on-screen presence while aligning with evolving industry standards in filmmaking for film, television, OTT platforms, and live performance environments.

Curriculum Breakdown

  • Stage, confidence and presentation
  • Learning primitive cinema concepts
  • Photography and design tools
  • Camera, lighting and composition
  • Screenwriting, story writing and structuring

  • Cinema, history and wars
  • Montage, music and direction
  • Cinematography, lighting and storytelling
  • Editing, post-production and sound
  • Acting & specialization

  • Explore the new wave in Indian Cinema
  • Significance of costumes and jewelry
  • Learn to market and distribute films worldwide
  • Create a 15-minute short film

  • Specialization Showreel

Academic Practices

The 2-year M.Sc. in Cinema course at the PG level blends cinematic storytelling with advanced training in screen performance, character development, and on-screen presence. Through live performances, workshops, internships, and a professional showreel, you'll build a powerful acting portfolio that showcases your unique craft. Master essential tools and techniques of screen acting—from script analysis to camera-facing skills—preparing you for diverse roles in film, television, theatre, OTT platforms, and digital media across India’s growing cinema industry.

  • Master stage confidence, primitive cinema concepts, camera, lighting and composition

  • Master cinematography, lighting and storytelling with advanced editing, post-production, acting & specialization

  • Learn about the new wave in Indian Cinema, significance of costumes and jewelry with practical projects

  • Specialization Showreel

  • Psychophysical exploration

  • Monologue

  • Playback Shoot

  • Scenework

  • Introduction to Acting
  • Theatrical games exercises
  • Voice training
  • Introduction to theories of acting
  • Body Movement
  • Theatrical Monologue
  • Sense Memory and Imagination

  • 5 Ws of Acting
  • On-site observation
  • Character Research
  • Monologue Practice
  • 7 Pillars of Method Acting
  • Action Sequence
  • Improvisation Scene Work

  • Animal Instinct
  • Detailed Characterization
  • Intense Improvisation
  • Intense Scene Work
  • Dubbing and Voice Over
  • Audition and Casting

  • Specialization Showreel

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

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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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Frequently Asked Question!

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You can pursue careers as:

  • Screen Actors
  • Stage Performers
  • Voice-over Artists
  • Acting coaches

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Yes, the M.Sc. in Cinema (Specialization in Acting) is open for students from diverse academic backgrounds.

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The specialization in acting enriches the M.Sc. in Cinema by combining cinematic theory with practical training in screen performance, character building, voice modulation, and on-camera techniques, equipping students for acting careers across film, television, theatre, and OTT platforms.

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Fill out the application form online at aaft.com/pay-registration or visit the campus. For details, call 09811014536 / 09811013654 / 0120-4831100 or visit aaft.com/apply-now.

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