Filmmaking BA
Telling stories is one of the fundamentals of humanity, and filmmaking is the main narrative medium of our time. With us, you learn the methods and language of the movies, to tell the stories that matter to you.
Information is provided in Icelandic for study programs that have Icelandic as the primary language of construction.
About the program
The BA program in filmmaking is a 180-unit course designed for those who have already completed their matriculation exam, show interest or talent in visual storytelling, and wish to work in filmmaking or plan to later go to graduate school.
The program focuses on key positions in filmmaking, but offers a wide range of education in six professional fields - directing, screenwriting, production, cinematography, editing and sound. Students primarily acquire education in feature filmmaking, but receive some training in making documentaries.
Aside from bringing students the tools required by the profession, the faculty seeks to develop and develop creative partnerships across professional fields, to encourage students to apply critical thinking to their own work and the art form in general, and to train students to give and receive constructive criticism in all areas.
The department also encourages responsible working methods and sustainability in filmmaking, and welcomes the challenges of new technology.
Study structure
The BA program in Filmmaking spans three years In the first school year, all students take the same courses, and each student is the author of numerous exercises designed to train the basics of the six traditional professional areas of filmmaking.
Students begin their second year by creating short documentaries The rest of the school year is then devoted to the creation of each person's first „proper“ feature short film Throughout this process, each student begins to fumble closer to their focus subject, through specialized elective courses.
In the third year, students gain experience in the working world through internships, write a BA thesis, perform their final project, and start thinking about life after graduation.
After completing his studies
At the end of the program, students will have gained extensive basic knowledge in six traditional professional areas of filmmaking, as well as increased knowledge in their chosen field of expertise They will possess the skills required by the profession and/or to begin graduate work in filmmaking.
Application and admission process
An electronic application is filled out in the application portal.
Note: all star-marked fields must be filled in and the requested documents attached, the application fee must be paid and the application confirmed.
- A certified copy of the diploma (photograph does not apply) with a stamp from the relevant school and a scanned study history summary and attached to an electronic application.
- If supporting documents are not in order, the applicant will receive a mail and the possibility to correct the application.
- The applicant receives confirmation that the electronic application is valid.
- If the number of applicants who meet the admission requirements for study programs is below the minimum criteria will not be included in the course for the coming school year. Are applicants informed of this as soon as possible and the registration fee refunded, if it has been paid.
An admissions committee made up of professionals from the filmmaking field and/or teachers at the film arts department reviews all applications from applicants who meet the department's admission requirements.
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Admission process
Those who make it to a sample group are then invited for an interview, at the beginning of May The interview has the purpose of examining the candidates' interest in prospective studies, attitudes and attitudes towards filmmaking and ideas about their own work. The applicant can expect to have to provide more detailed information about the points stated in the application, and especially to be ready to discuss the creative works he submitted. For those applicants who are abroad or for some reason cannot attend in person, when an interview with the admissions committee is offered via teleconferencing equipment.
The cohort of the year in question is then selected from among those invited for an interview Those applicants who receive an invitation to attend school must confirm by paying a confirmation fee The fee is irreversible but goes up to the tuition fees for the first semester The decision of the admissions committee is final and the committee is not obliged to give a more detailed explanation of its decision.
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Admission requirements
General admission requirements are matriculation, final exam from secondary school at the third qualification level,equivalent exam from a foreign secondary school or a minimum of 60 ECTS credits fromaccredited college Applications must be accompanied by certified copies of diplomas and certified copiesfrom the study history summary.Admission to the school may be granted to applicants with knowledge and experiencewhich is considered adequate preparation for bachelor's degree studies at the school See more „exemptions for admission“Admission committees evaluate applications based on submitted data as well as interviews and/or entrance examsthe fields that apply. The dean appoints an admissions committee for each study path in consultation withprofessional managers and admissions committees work according to the procedures presented to applicants.The language of instruction is mostly Icelandic However, individual courses are taught in English, so it is expected that students are able to understand, write and speak both languages.
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Exemptions from general admission requirements:
Admission to the school may be granted to applicants with knowledge and experiencewhich is considered adequate preparation for bachelor's studies at the school.Applicants who do not meet the general admission requirements can apply for an exemption if they havecompleted, for example, numerous credits at secondary school level, completed other final exams such as on 4.qualification level or have other preparation that can prepare the person for studies onuniversity level in the relevant study path. Applications for exemption from generaladmission requirements are assessed by professionals within the relevant department The result of the assessment ofexemption applications are final. When evaluating applications, synergistic factors are consideredregarding grades in studies at secondary school level, education in arts, further education,work experience and participation in social work Each case is examined separately and can interactthese factors affected the outcome Applicants are encouraged to account for all of itwhich they believe may be subject to their application for exemption from general admission requirementsprogress.Admission committees evaluate applications based on submitted data as well as interviews and/or entrance examsthe fields that apply. The dean appoints an admissions committee for each study path in consultation withprofessional managers and admissions committees work according to the procedures presented to applicants.
Instructions
The following documents must be included with the application for a bachelor's degree in filmmaking
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1. Cover letter
DutyTell us about yourself.
What fascinates you about filmmaking?
Why are you applying to the Faculty of Cinematography at the University of the Arts?
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2. Project
DutyThis is the creative part of the application, to give us the opportunity to get to know your skills and abilities in this field.
Submit the following in one PDF file:
1. Written narrative, a maximum of 3 pages.
Tell us a story in the written form you prefer (script, detailed plot, short story, etc).
The story is supposed to contain at least one character, one story place, and all are set in one day.2. Visual narrative in 10 pictures.
Tell us a story with your own photos or photos from someone else's collection.
Note that the pictures should tell the story and be able to stand on their own.
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3rd CV
DutyThe CV must inform us about education, work experience and other phases in your life.
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4th Diploma
DutyDiploma or diploma documents for other education you have attended.
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5. Other documents
OptionalThe applicant is free to upload other documents that he believes are relevant, or could support the application.
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6. Links
OptionalThe applicant can send us links to his previous works, films, videos, or other creative projects that he believes could support his application.