Welcome to the Associate of Arts Degree (Film)

Our Film program specializes in film and media studies, film history and criticism, and the new global media culture. Individuals may obtain an A.A. in Film, which trains them in the history, theory and craft of diverse styles of film art. Many graduates continue their education at a four-year university, majoring in subjects such as film, television, digital media or theater. Analyze and respond critically to film form and film style. Demonstrate knowledge of important directors, genres and movements in the history of film art. Discover the artistic style in filmmaking. This course is designed to give students the chance to experiment and explore their aesthetic and professional goals as they begin to shoot quickly and expressively right from the very first day. Students will collaborate on a series of short film projects that will explore everything from basic story structure, screenplay analysis and director’s preparation. Students will learn how to effectively communicate with actors and crew as well as shoot and edit several short projects. Upon completion of this course, students will deepen and enhance their visual storytelling skills.

Career Path

Upon graduation, our students pursue various career paths, such as independent filmmakers, commercial filmmakers, documentary filmmakers, artist filmmakers, directors, producers, production designers, cinematographers, scriptwriters, editors, location managers, researchers, post-production specialists, and more.

Eligibility

Post Study Work Visa

Post Study Work Visa availability - YES

Admission Requirements

We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to College of San Mateo below

1. WASSCE/A level Certificate

2. School Transcript

3. Passport

4. Recommendation Letter

English Language Requirement

College of San Mateo will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12 year education or English is designated as the primary and official language, and the principle language of instruction.

If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit  

1. English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.

Intakes

January, 2025

From May, 2024 to November, 2024

Open

September, 2025

From May, 2024 to July, 2025

Open

January, 2026

From May, 2025 to November, 2025

Open

September, 2026

From May, 2025 to July, 2026

Open