Overview
Key facts
This Directing program from UCLA Extension is perfect for aspiring directors looking for a hands-on education to learn the art of making movies.
What you can learn.
- A comprehensive understanding of the filmmaking process, including image composition and lighting, camera movements, editing, sound, budgeting, and scheduling
- How to work with actors, and the directorial skills required for a successful artistic collaboration
- How to prepare a film for shooting, such as script analysis, casting, camera blocking, planning the shot list, photographing the subtext, film grammar, visual composition, the role of music, and sound effects
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- The Art and Craft of Film Editing
- The Language of Filmmaking
- Directing Workshop: Composition and Movement
- Directing Workshop: Storytelling
- Directing Actors for the Screen
- Advanced Filmmaking Workshop: Production and Post-ProductionDeveloping Your Short Film
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 9 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
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Delivered
Disciplines
Visual Arts Film Studies View 40 other Short Courses in Visual Arts in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Apply to a certificate program
- Complete the International Student Certificate Program Application
- Purchase health insurance
- Provide us with your supporting documents
Tuition Fee
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International
9040 USD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9040 USD for the full programme during 9 months. -
National
9040 USD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9040 USD for the full programme during 9 months.
Living costs for Los Angeles
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.