Diploma in Cinematography is a programme that brings students on a journey to discover the art of storytelling through the craft of lighting and camera technology.
Malaysia
Multimedia University
Diploma
Media
In-person
2 Years
US$3,725
N/A
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Diploma in Cinematography is a programme that brings students on a journey to discover the art of storytelling through the craft of lighting and camera technology. Adopting a practical and theoretical approach, students will develop the competence of a professional cinematographer comfortable with the latest equipment, while seeking to advance the art form of Cinema.
The programme goes beyond the cinematographer’s camera to explore the integral peripheral equipment used in the entire cinematography department. The practical stages of pre-production, production and post-production are covered, while the theory of image-making is investigated through film screenings, analysis and discussions.
Ideation
Artistic Visualisation
Creative Expression
Art History
Literary Readings
Introduction to Philosophy
Basic Photography
Visual Engineering
Lighting Design 1
Storytelling Through The Lense
Pop Culture
Persuasive Media
Camera Operation
Pitching & Fundraising
Creative Leadership
Short Media Content
Lighting Design 2
Color Grading
History of Cinema
Distribution Landscape
Cinema and Sociology
Sound Appreciation
Digital Imaging Workflow
Final Year Project
Industrial Training
Basic Academic Writing
Family and Society in Malaysia
Character Building
Sustainable Society
Falsafah dan isu Semasa
Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1
Personal Social Responsibility
Diploma in Cinematography is a programme that brings students on a journey to discover the art of storytelling through the craft of lighting and camera technology.
Diploma in Cinematography takes 2 years and is delivered in person.
Yes, Diploma in Cinematography includes an internship or industrial training period.
Academic entry requirements vary by qualification and may include SPM / O-Level, Certificate or other accepted pathways. English evidence may include IELTS 5.0 or equivalent.
The estimated international tuition fee is US$3,725 per year.
| Curriculum | Required Score |
|---|---|
| O-Level or equivalent | Pass O-Level or equivalent or its equivalent with a minimum of Grade C in at least three (3) subjects |
| Certificate | Recognised Creative Multimedia Certificate or its equivalent |
| Certificate | Recognised related Technical and Vocational Certificate or its equivalent with one (1) year relevant work experience or one (1) trimester bridging programme |
| Portfolio / interview | Additional assessmentPass an interview OR submission of student’s portfolio, to be determined by MMU as required |
| Test | Score |
|---|---|
| IELTS or equivalent | IELTS 5.0 or equivalent for this MMU undergraduate programme. |
| Details | Fee |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | US$3,725 |
| Year 2 | US$3,725 |
| Estimated total | US$7,449 |
Fee amounts are estimates based on university-published international student fee information available at the time of publication. Actual fees may change by intake and may vary because of exchange rates, taxes, or university updates.