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Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Digital Film Production

Sunway University

Program overview

The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Digital Film Production delves into the creative and professional dimensions of film production, encompassing short films and documentaries, scriptwriting, sound design, acting, transmedia content creation, post-production, entrepreneurship, and internships with diverse, high-value applications.

The program aims to develop versatile creative producers who are proficient in audio-visual production and transmedia applications across multiple platforms, enhancing their skills to thrive in Malaysia’s expanding creative economy. The expertise gained through this program will be applicable to a wide array of traditional and emerging career opportunities within and beyond the evolving media landscape shaped by digital technology.

Through our innovative hands-on teaching approach, you will be fully immersed in your studies, learning from award-winning faculty while utilizing modern equipment and facilities. You will also develop critical thinking and communication skills to maximize your academic potential. Upon completing the program, you will have built an impressive portfolio, featuring your best work, which will be showcased at our end-of-year Public Graduation Showcase.

Entry Requirements

STPM

Average C or CGPA 2.0 (Minimum 2 principals)

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., UEC, Foundation, STAM, etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Dual Award

Graduates receive degrees from both Sunway University and Lancaster University.

Future Careers

  • Audio-visual producer
  • Film producer
  • Film director
  • Cinematographer
  • Film editor
  • Scriptwriter

Curriculum

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Year 1

  • Introduction to Filmmaking
  • Film Studies
  • Directing for Film
  • Introduction to Digital Cinematography
  • Filmmaking: Short Film
  • Scriptwriting
  • Editing Techniques
  • English for the Arts
  • Producing for Film

Year 2

  • Filmmaking: Documentary
  • World Cinema
  • Media & Cultural Studies
  • Communication Skills
  • Filmmaking: Genre Film
  • Visual Culture
  • Principles of Media Practice
  • Digital Cinematography

Year 3

  • Topic Study 1 (Screen Acting)
  • Collaborative Project
  • Research Project
  • Creative Project
  • Sound for Film
  • Topic Study 2 (World Music or Malaysian Music)
  • Free Elective 1
  • Free Elective 2
  • Internship

Additional MOHE Compulsory General Studies Subjects

For Local Students

  • Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban
  • Bahasa Kebangsaan A (applicable to students who did not sit for SPM or did not obtain a Credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu) OR Critical Thinking
  • Community Service for Planetary Health
  • Falsafah dan Isu Semasa
  • Integrity & Anti-Corruption

For International Students

  • Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation
  • Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
  • Community Service for Planetary Health
  • Critical Thinking
  • Integrity & Anti-Corruption

Entry requirements

Bachelor's: strong high-school results, a foundation, or a diploma.

Typically IELTS 6 or equivalent (TOEFL / PTE). Some universities offer a preparatory English program if you haven't reached the score yet.

Exact requirements vary by program, and an English certificate such as IELTS or an equivalent may be required.

Career opportunities

  • Graphic designer
  • UX designer
  • Interior designer
  • Art director

Is this program right for you?

Send us your qualifications and we'll confirm your eligibility and next steps during your consultation.

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