The Programme in Cinematography offers comprehensive training in film and video photography, emphasising both theory and practical application. Students will learn about lighting, camera techniques, filters, and composition along with an in-depth study of various cameras and film stock. The course also covers multi-camera setups, optics, and videography principles. With assignments and group projects, graduates will be equipped to assist cinematographers or videographers in film and TV, with the option to pursue independent work based on the right opportunities.
“The cinematographer’s basically translating the director’s vision into imagery"
– Rachel Morrison
Introduction and Basics
The principles of still and motion picture photography.
Various types of light sources and their practical application.
Basics of lighting and detailed practicals on different types of lighting situations.
Filters and composition, the study of colour temperature, and depth of field.
Study of movie cameras and various types of film stock.
The grammar of single-camera and multi-camera placements.
Roots and reasons for selecting a camera style.
Study of video cameras and principles of videography.
Principles of optics as applied to photography.
Assignments and group projects for students on digital cameras.
