Overview
From conception to final edit, our students go on to create short documentary pieces which showcase their newly acquired technical skill set in creating professional content for the screen. Ultimately we are hoping to launch the careers of the documentary filmmakers of tomorrow.
The Eight-week Documentary Filmmaking course from MetFilm School Berlin is an intensive programme in the skills needed to become a confident self-shooter and self-editor.
Taught by an industry-professional experienced documentary filmmaker, the programme provides essential training in the use of professional cameras and industry-standard editing software.
Students are given a background in the history of documentary and will review examples of successful documentaries to better understand the marketplace today.
Students will research, write, produce and edit their own short film under the guidance of an industry-professional tutor.
Career
Graduates go on to make their own documentaries which have screened on TV and at festivals, or set up their own production companies to create content for clients.
Alumni from our London school include David Bond, the award- winning documentary director, producer and writer who now runs his own award-winning production company, Green Lions.
We are also proud to say that our documentaries have gone on to win various accolades including awards at the Barcelona Sports Film festival and Sheffield Doc Fest.
Programme Structure
By the end of the course students will:- Understand the current context of documentary filmmaking by examining the history of the documentary genre, its different forms and the current market.
- Be able to proficiently operate a digital camera, record sound, light a scene and edit.
- Know how to research a subject, write a proposal and create a treatment.
- Be able to consider production issues such as scheduling, location management and legal requirements.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 2 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
Delivered
Disciplines
Visual Arts Film, Photography & Media Media Studies & Mass Media View 5 other Short Courses in Media Studies & Mass Media in GermanyAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
Please find more information on our Entry Requirements here: www.metfilmschool.ac.uk/study-with-us/short-courses/
Tuition Fee
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International
4995 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4995 GBP for the full programme during 2 months. -
National
4995 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4995 GBP for the full programme during 2 months.
Living costs for Berlin
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.