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Overview
This Directing program from UCLA Extension is perfect for aspiring directors looking for a hands-on education to learn the art of making movies.
What you can learn.
- A comprehensive understanding of the filmmaking process, including image composition and lighting, camera movements, editing, sound, budgeting, and scheduling
- How to work with actors, and the directorial skills required for a successful artistic collaboration
- How to prepare a film for shooting, such as script analysis, casting, camera blocking, planning the shot list, photographing the subtext, film grammar, visual composition, the role of music, and sound effects
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- The Art and Craft of Film Editing
- The Language of Filmmaking
- Directing Workshop: Composition and Movement
- Directing Workshop: Storytelling
- Directing Actors for the Screen
- Advanced Filmmaking Workshop: Production and Post-ProductionDeveloping Your Short Film
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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More details
- Domestic students may begin the program in any quarter.
- International students (F-1 student visa) are only eligible for entry in the Fall or Spring.
Language
English
Duolingo English Test 115
TOEFL® IBT 80
IELTS 6.5
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Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Los Angeles, United States
Disciplines
Visual Arts Film Studies View 24 other Short Courses in Visual Arts in United StatesWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
GRE® 140 (verbal)
English requirements
Duolingo English Test 115
TOEFL® IBT 80
IELTS 6.5
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Personal and emergency contact information
- Start year and quarter
- Representative Information — if you are working with a representative, agency, or a UCLA Extension university partner on your application
- Why UCLA Extension? We are excited to get to know you better! Answer a few brief questions about why you chose UCLA Extension and what you hope to accomplish with us.
- Academic information and supporting documents
- Acknowledgments of policy statements
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents10055 USD / year≈ 10055 USD / year - Out-of-State10055 USD / year≈ 10055 USD / year
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Domestic
Applies to youIn-State10055 USD / year≈ 10055 USD / year
Additional Details
Estimated tuition. International fees not included. Besides tuition, international students also have to pay:
- First quarter $3,850
- Each subsequent quarter $2,850
Living costs
Los Angeles
United States
1520 - 2570 USD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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