This programme provides adequate training, knowledge and skills to develop solution providers in film, media and the dynamic communications world and ultimately, prepare graduates for progression to higher levels of study in their fields of specialization. This premier program will address film, communications and media professional’s needs, training professionals to operate effectively across both public and private sectors, and competently participate in the film and production industry.
Career Opportunities:
Film/video editor
Lighting technician
Music producer
Film director
Location manager
Runner, broadcasting/film/video
Sound technician, broadcasting/film/video
Television/film/video producer
Broadcast engineer
Broadcast journalist
Photographer
Sound engineer
Special effects technician
Television camera operator
Television floor manager
Television production coordinator
Programme Goals:
Ensure trainees get practical knowledge they can apply in their work place and come up with new techniques to solve multimedia problems.
Empower students to establish and develop a viable link between theory/concepts and practice in the field for its proper implementation.
Produce trainees who are capable of developing media techniques that can be adopted by local media houses and corporate organizations.
Equip trainees with media literacy skills i.e. be in a position to identify adverts in movies, aesthetic dimensions of film and TV productions etc.
Enable graduates acquire the knowledge and inspiration necessary to ensure a successful venture into personal business with strong bias in Film.
Duration of programme:
Five (5) Trimesters
Learning Outcomes
Provide production, consultancy and advisory services in a dynamic world of Film production
Offer accredited and specialized training in the areas of Film and Television Production.
Entry Requirements
Be a holder of KCSE (or equivalent examination) certificate with a minimum aggregate of C-
A minimum of C- in English or Kiswahili
OR
Holder of a related certificate with a credit pass from an institution that is recognized by the University Senate
