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Skoða vefinn á ÍslenskuFilmmaking BA
Telling stories is a fundamental part of being human, and filmmaking is the predominant storytelling medium of our age. We provide you with the tools and knowledge to tell the stories that are important to you.
Information is provided in Icelandic for study programs that have Icelandic as the primary language of instruction.
About the programme
The BA in Filmmaking is a 180-ECTS course of study intended for those who have already completed a secondary education, express an interest or talent in visual storytelling, and wish to become professional filmmakers or go on to study at the postgraduate level.
While the programme places special emphasis on key creative roles, it also provides wide-ranging education across six traditional filmmaking disciplines – directing, screenwriting, producing, cinematography, editing, and sound. It’s primarily a programme in narrative filmmaking, with some training in documentary.
In addition to providing students with the skills and tools to tell their stories in film, the programme aims to foster creative collaboration across disciplines, encourage students to think critically about the development of their work and the art form, and nurture the giving and receiving of constructive criticism at all levels.
The programme also promotes responsible and sustainable practices in filmmaking and embraces new challenges brought by emerging technologies.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
The BA in Filmmaking is a three-year programme. In the first year, all students take the same courses, and each student authors a series of exercises designed to teach fundamentals across six traditional filmmaking disciplines.
Students begin the second year by making short documentaries. The rest of the year is focused on the making of each student’s first proper narrative short. Along the way, each student begins to define their own path through a series of focused electives.
In the third year, students get real-world experience in the form of a traineeship, research and write a BA Thesis, make their BA Project, and begin to prepare for life after graduation.
After graduation
At the end of their studies, students will have broad, foundational knowledge and practice across the six traditional filmmaking disciplines, plus further experience in their chosen specialization. They will have the tools necessary to enter the field or pursue postgraduate education in filmmaking.
Application and admission process
Applications are submitted electronically through the application portal
Note: All required fields must be completed, requested documents uploaded, the application fee paid, and the application confirmed.
- Certified copies of diplomas (photocopies are not accepted), stamped by the issuing institution, along with a scanned academic transcript, must be uploaded.
- If supporting documents are incomplete, applicants will be notified by email and given an opportunity to amend their application.
- Applicants will receive confirmation once the electronic application is valid.
- If the number of applicants meeting the admission requirements for the study programme falls below the minimum threshold, the programme will not be offered for the upcoming academic year. Applicants will be informed of this decision as soon as possible, and any confirmation fees paid will be refunded.
An admissions committee made up of professionals from the field of filmmaking and/or teachers at the Department of Film Arts, reviews all applications from applicants who meet the department's admission requirements.
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Admission process
Those who make it to the sample group are then invited to an interview, in early May. The purpose of the interview is to explore the applicants' interest in their future studies, their attitude and outlook towards filmmaking, and their ideas for their own work. The applicant can expect to be required to provide further information on the points stated in the application, and in particular to be prepared to discuss the creative works they have submitted. For those applicants who are abroad or who for some reason cannot attend in person, an interview with the admissions committee is offered via teleconferencing.
The cohort of the relevant year is then selected from among those who were invited for an interview. Applicants who receive an invitation to stay at a school must confirm by paying a confirmation fee. The fee is non-refundable but adds up to tuition fees for the first semester. The decision of the admissions committee is final and the committee is not obliged to give further explanations of its decision.
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Admission requirements
General admission requirements are a matriculation examination, a final exam from an upper secondary school at the third qualification level,equivalent to a degree from a foreign upper secondary school or a minimum of 60 ECTS credits fromrecognized university. Applications must be accompanied by certified copies of diplomas and certified copies ofof the curriculum vitae.Admission to the school may be granted to applicants who possess knowledge and experience.which is considered sufficient preparation for a bachelor's degree at the school. See more details on "Exceptions for Admission"Admissions committees evaluate applications based on submitted documents as well as interviews and/or entrance exams.the relevant fields. The Dean of the Faculty appoints an admissions committee for each study programme in consultation withdepartment heads and admissions committees work according to procedures that are 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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Exceptions from general admission requirements:
Admission to the school may be granted to applicants who possess knowledge and experience.which is considered sufficient preparation for a bachelor's degree at the school.Applicants who do not meet the general admission requirements may apply for an exemption if theycompleted, for example, numerous credits at the secondary school level, completed other final exams such as at the 4th grade.level of proficiency or have other preparation that can prepare the person for study atuniversity level in the relevant study programme. Applications for exemption from generaladmission requirements are assessed by professionals within the relevant department. The result of the assessment ofexemption applications is final. When assessing applications, interacting factors are taken into account, includingtaking into account grades in secondary school studies, education in the arts, further education,work experience and participation in community service. Each case is examined separately and may interactthese factors may have affected the outcome. Applicants are encouraged to explain all of thiswhich they believe can be used to support their application for exemption from general admission requirementsadvancement.Admissions committees evaluate applications based on submitted documents as well as interviews and/or entrance exams.the relevant fields. The Dean of the Faculty appoints an admissions committee for each study programme in consultation withdepartment heads and admissions committees work according to procedures that are presented to applicants.
Instructions
The following documents must be included with an application for a bachelor's degree program in filmmaking:
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1. Cover letter
RequiredTell us about yourself.
What fascinates you about filmmaking?
Why are you applying to the Film Department at the Academy of the Arts?
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2. Project
RequiredThis 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, maximum 3 pages.
Tell us a story in the written form of your choice (script, detailed plot, short story, etc.).
The story should include at least one character, one setting, and should all take place in one day.2. Visual storytelling in 10 pictures.
Tell us a story with your own photos or photos from someone else's collection.
Note that the images should tell the story and be able to stand on their own.
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3. Resume
RequiredThe CV should inform us about education, work experience and other stages in your life.
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4. Diploma
RequiredCertificates or diploma documents for other education you have pursued.
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5. Other documents
OptionalThe applicant is free to upload other documents that he thinks are relevant, or could support the application.
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6. Links
OptionalThe applicant can send us links to their previous works, films, videos, or other creative projects that they think could support their application.