B.Sc in Cinema (Specialization In Cinematography)

The B.Sc in Cinematography is a 3-year degree course and therefore, it is suitable to students seeking courses in cinematography after 12 th. This period will enable the learners to move along the ladder of knowledge of knowing what is cinematography to complex film cinematography techniques.

This course level structure is contrasted with short-term courses on cinematography in Delhi, which lack a clear conceptual and practical understanding, as well as portfolio development.

To apply to the degree in cinematography at AAFT:

• The candidates should have passed 10+ 2 through a recognised board.
• Candidate must have a minimum of 50% marks in 10+2 (45% for reserved categories)
• Candidate need to clear the AAFT Global Entrance Test (GET)
• There is no requirement of any experience in filmmaking.
• There should be a passion towards movies, images, and narration.
• The admission is determined by an interaction or aptitude test.

This helps the course to be open to amateurs seeking professional courses on cinematography.

The curriculum includes technical as well as creative elements of cinematography, including:

• Lens technology and camera operations.
• Film and television lighting design.
• Planning and composition of shots.
• Theory of colour and mood creation.
• Digital film making and motion of camera.

Students also get exposure to allied subjects taught in B.Sc. in Cinema Direction and B.Sc. in Cinema Post Production.

No, these degrees are not the same. B.Sc. in Cinematography is focused on camera and lighting, whereas B.Sc in Filmmaking provides a more general training in direction, production, and editing.

Those students who are particularly interested in working behind the camera as Directors of Photography tend to choose a specific degree in cinematography instead of a general filmmaking course.

The graduates are able to work in various positions that are creative and technical:

• Director of Photography / Cinematographer.
• Camera operator or focus puller.
• Lighting designer.
• Graphical designer of OTT.
• Film and Television assistant cinematographer.

Some students further seek higher level education including M.Sc. in Cinema Cinematography.

AAFT adheres to a model of learning that is production-oriented, therefore students engage in live work, short films, and studio shoots. Cinematography students work in close collaboration with acting, direction and post production students, replicating working conditions of the film industry. This practical style fills the gap between theory taught in the classroom and practice of film cinematography.

Admission process normally involves:

• Application submission
• Personal interview or creative interaction
• Assessment of visual ability and film preferences

The same is with undergraduate and postgraduate courses in cinematography at AAFT.

There are different fees charged on cinematography courses depending on the infrastructure, access to equipment and the studio facility. The undergraduate degree B.Sc. in Cinema (Cinematography) in the School of Cinema at AAFT generally includes a total tuition fee of approximately ₹8.12 lakh all inclusive fees within the 3 years course (paid on a semester basis or as an annual installment of the institution rules).
 
In AAFT, there is the fee that is attributed to the professional cameras, lighting setups, and editing labs. Any recent and correct fee information can be obtained by contacting the admissions team directly.

Yes, the program includes:

• Industry-oriented projects
• Production house internships
• Live shoot opportunities
• Attendance at movie festivals and exhibitions

These experiences assist students in establishing good connections in the industry at an early stage of career.

Yes, international students are welcome to apply. AAFT offers scholarship assistance, Visa advisory, and cultural assimilation. Having good world recognition, AAFT attracts the attention of students who want to pursue the course of cinematography in Delhi with global exposure.

The industry standard equipment used by students includes:

• DSLRs and professional cinema cameras.
• Professional lighting systems and grip.
• Online colour correction and effects.

This field practice will distinguish the AAFT programs among the basic online courses in the field of cinematography.

AAFT is a mixture of both academics and actual production exposure. Students in contrast to many other institutes are able to work across disciplines in relation to other departments like Acting, Direction and Post Production which provide the students with the holistic film making experience. This multidisciplinary practice enhances technical expertise and creative knowledge.

Students who want to be cinematographers should take a specialised course in cinematography. Although movie-making degrees provide a wide understanding of movies, a program specializing in cinematography can enable one to have a greater command over the camera, light and screenplaying, which are essential in the professional film cinematography career.