Duration:2 years
Intakes:January, June & October
Campus:Cyberjaya Campus
Level of Study:Diploma
Faculty:Faculty of Cinematic Arts
Course Code:(N/213/4/0360) 02/25 (MQA/PSA13431)
About this course
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.
Total Course Fees
RM23,000 per year
For a complete fee structure please refer here: https://www.mmu.edu.my/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/UG-Tuition-Fee_31-July-2021.pdf
There is currently a waiver package available. Please e-mail aizam.zaini@mmu.edu.my for more details.
Subject Listing
• Ideation
• Artistic Visualisation
• Creative Expression
• Storytelling Through The Lense
• Pitching & Fundraising
• Creative Proposal Writing
• Production Management
• Data Management
• Creative Economy
• Art History
• Literary Readings
• Introduction to Philosophy
• Pop Culture
• Creative Leadership
• Persuasive Media
• Ideation
• Artistic Visualisation
• Creative Expression
• Storytelling Through The Lense
• Pitching & Fundraising
• Basic Photography
• Visual Engineering
• Lighting Design 1
• Camera Operation
• Art History
• Literary Readings
• Introduction to Philosophy
• Pop Culture
• Creative Leadership
• Persuasive Media
• Sound Appreciation
• Short Media Content
• Final Year Project
• Color Grading
• Lighting Design 2
• Camera Technology
• History of Cinema
• Cinema and Sociology
• Social Media as Marketing Tools
• Industrial Training
• Basic Academic Writing
• Co-Curriculum
• Pengajian Malaysia / BM Komunikasi 1
• Family and Society in Malaysia
Entry RequirementsApplicants must have one of the following Entry requirements:
• Pass SPM/O-Level or its equivalent with a minimum of Grade C in at least three (3) subjects; OR
• Pass UEC with a minimum of Grade B in at least three (3) subjects ; OR
• Pass in STPM or its equivalent with a minimum of Grade C (GP 2.00) in at least one (1) subject; OR
• Pass in STAM with Grade Maqbul (Pass) OR
• Recognised Creative Multimedia Certificate or its equivalent; OR
• Recognised related Technical and Vocational Certificate or its equivalent with one (1) year relevant work experience or one (1) semester bridging programme; OR
• Pass SKM Level 3 or any qualifications equivalent to Certificate (Level 3, MQF) in a related field AND Pass SPM with a minimum of 1 Credit in any subject.
International Student Only
International students: Please contact MMUaizam.zaini@mmu.edu.my for more information
