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  NFTS Certificate in Filmmaking


Online National Film and Television School    Masters Programmes

Part time October, February PGCert 6 Months
Communication & Media Studies (7) Creative Arts & Design (9)

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The NFTS Certificate in Filmmaking is an exciting 6-month part-time course that offers a comprehensive understanding of the film production process. Whether you dream of being a screenwriter, director, or VFX artist, this programme allows you to explore various roles within the industry. With a mix of online classes and a practical residential experience, you'll learn from industry professionals who will share their invaluable knowledge and advice. The course covers a range of topics, including screenwriting, producing, cinematography, and distribution. No specific educational background is required, making it accessible to all passionate individuals aged 18 and over. Get ready to kickstart your career in the film industry with this prestigious programme from one of the top film schools in the world.

About the course

Gain a 360 degree understanding of film production.

Whether you’re interested in pursuing a career from screenwriter to VFX artist, director to sound recordist and more, this course will allow you to explore a variety avenues and behind the scenes roles within filmmaking. Over this 6-month part-time certificate course, you'll gain an insight into all elements of the filmmaking process.

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Entry Requirements

This course is open to everyone. During the 5-day residential, you will be required to be in the UK, and will need a valid visa.

We’re looking for people who are passionate and eager to explore the vast career opportunities within filmmaking. You should have a good general education, but no other specific educational requirements. You must be 18 or over to apply for the course.


Fees

The course fee (for both International and Home) is £4,250. Fees are confirmed/updated in June each year for the following intake date.

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Scholarships

The collaboration with the BFI, awarding funds from the National Lottery, will help support more applicants from under-represented groups to access highly sought after places on the School’s world leading MA and Diploma courses through bursaries and scholarships. Funding provided by the BFI will directly help students to train at the NFTS by generously supporting their tuition and maintenance outgoings.

The new partnership with the BFI will also financially support emerging filmmakers from under-represented groups to undertake the hugely popular entry-level NFTS Certificate in Filmmaking.

Eligibility

BFI scholarship funding is available for NFTS MA and Diploma courses.

Application Procedure

Apply for the course of your choice and if you’re successful at gaining a place, you will be contacted by our funding team with details on how to apply for a scholarship.


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We are committed to supporting UK disabled talent and being a catalyst for meaningful change to issues faced by disabled talent within the UK screen and games industries. As part of our commitment to making the creative industries more accessible to disabled talent, we are providing dedicated funding to help to support UK students with disabilities to access our world-class training.

Five bursaries will be available for UK students applying to study on full time MA and Diploma courses from September 2024, providing up to £5,000 per annum each. Additional bursary support is also available for UK students applying to study part time Diploma and Certificate courses from September 2024 of up to £1,000 each. UK Students studying courses supported by NFTS scholarship and bursaries will also be eligible to apply for further funding from the School to help with tuition fee costs.

The funding aims to assist UK students who face significant additional costs because of the nature of their disability.

The bursary could be used to help with costs such as:
- Accessible accommodation
- Carers accommodation
- Additional heating and electricity costs
- Travel expenses
- Specialist and mobility equipment

The National Film and Television School is keen to take additional steps towards a more inclusive film, television and games industries and will continue to develop and secure additional support for those who need it.

Value of Scholarship(s)

£1000-5000

Eligibility

Candidates must have been permanently resident in the UK for the last three years and hold a British passport in order to be eligible.

A learning difference (e.g. dyslexia, dyspraxia, or AD(H)D)
A visual impairment uncorrected by glasses (e.g. blindness or partial sight)
A hearing impairment (e.g. D/deafness or partial hearing)
A physical impairment or challenges with mobility or dexterity
A social, behavioural or communication impairment (e.g. an autistic spectrum condition or Tourette’s Syndrome)
A long-term illness/health condition which may involve pain or cause fatigue, loss of concentration or breathing difficulties

Application Procedure

As with all NFTS funding opportunities, on receiving an offer of a place on one of our courses, applicants will be invited to apply for funding. Applications will be assessed by a panel comprised of NFTS representatives and the School’s Disability Advocate.

Applicants will need to provide medical evidence of their disability (from a GP, consultant or specialist practitioner) and provide information on how the funding will be used. Applications will be assessed by a panel comprised of NFTS representatives and the School’s Disability Advocate.


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