Diploma in Cinematography

(R/0216/4/0003) 02/30 (MQA/SWA13431)

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.

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• Entry Requirements
  • 1. Pass SPM/O-Level or its equivalent with a minimum of Grade C in at least three (3) subjects; OR
    2. Pass UEC with a minimum of Grade B in at least three (3) subjects; OR
    3. Pass STPM or its equivalent with a minimum of Grade C (GP 2.00) in at least one (1) subject; OR
    4. Pass STAM with Grade Maqbul (Pass); OR
    5. Recognised Creative Multimedia Certificate or its equivalent; OR
    6. Recognised related Technical and Vocational Certificate or its equivalent with one (1) year relevant work experience or one (1) trimester bridging programme; OR
    7. Pass SKM Level 3 or any qualifications equivalent to Certificate (Level 3, MQF) in a related field; OR
    8. Posses an APEL.A certificate from MQA for admission into Diploma programmes; AND
    9. Pass an interview OR submission of student’s portfolio, to be determined by MMU as required.
• Programme Structure
  • Core
    • Year 1
      • Ideation
        Artistic Visualisation
        Creative Expression
        Art History
        Literary Readings
        Introduction to Philosophy
        Basic Photography
        Visual Engineering
        Lighting Design 1
        Storytelling Through The Lense
        Pop Culture
        Persuasive Media
        Persuasive Media
        Camera Operation
        Pitching & Fundraising
        Creative Leadership
    • Year 2
      • Short Media Content
        Lighting Design 2
        Color Grading
        History of Cinema
        Distribution Landscape
        Cinema and Sociology
        Sound Appreciation
        Digital Imaging Workflow
        Final Year Project
        Industrial Training
  • University Subjects
    • Basic Academic Writing OR
      Family and Society in Malaysia
      Character Building
      Sustainable Society
      Falsafah dan isu Semasa OR
      Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1
      Personal Social Responsibility
  • Career Prospects
    • Director of Photography, Cinematographer, Photographer, Videographer, Camera Operator, Lighting, Grip