B.A Film & TV

The bad news is that Punjabi University, Patiala, does not offer a BA in Film and TV Production.The strong point of the university's presence in the field of media studies has been through its Centre for Advanced Media Studies. Yet, the undergraduate course being offered is B.A. (Hons.) in Journalism, Mass Communication, and Media Technology. It does provide some good grounding in media but no specialisation in film and TV production at the undergraduate level.Focus on Postgraduate StudiesThe university offers this focus in film and TV production at the graduate school level. The institution offers an M.A. in Theatre and Film Production that provides advanced training in the intricacies of the film and television industry. 

The B.A. (Hons.) Film and New Media programme at IILM University, Gurugram, is a comprehensive four-year undergraduate endeavor offered by the School of Communication. The programme is designed to nurture future filmmakers and emerging new media artists. It provides a unique curriculum that equips students with the acumen and proficiency necessary for a promising career in the film industry, a rare opportunity at the undergraduate level.The curriculum of the programme encompasses a wide range of courses covering film theory, history, screenwriting, directing, cinematography, sound design, editing, and producing. Students are immersed in an environment that fosters free and open learning, empowering them to discover their distinct creative voice and evolve their individual artistic approaches.The programme distinguishes itself by committing to equip students with essential tools to thrive as comprehensive film professionals at the undergraduate level. It includes exhaustive training covering various facets of filmmaking, from pre-production to post-production, complemented by hands-on exposure to cutting-edge equipment and software.Key aspects that make the B.A. (Hons.) Film and New Media programme unique at IILM School of Communication include:Comprehensive Training: The programme covers various facets of filmmaking, ensuring a holistic understanding from pre-production to post-production.Faculty Expertise: Delivered by a cadre of highly qualified and experienced faculty comprising academicians, researchers, and industry stalwarts.Liberal Arts Approach: Upholds a liberal arts approach, incorporating courses spanning literature, history, philosophy, and sociology to develop critical thinking, effective communication, and problem-solving skills.Specializations: Starting from the third semester, students can choose specializations such as Direction and Screenplay, Cinematography, Sound Design, or Editing.Interdisciplinary Outlook: Integrates theory with practice, rooted in a liberal arts framework encompassing humanities, expressive arts, and social sciences.Upon completion of the program, graduates emerge equipped with comprehensive creative, academic, technical, and professional skills, ready to pursue careers in roles such as Film Directors, Cinematographers, Screenwriters, Film Editors, Sound Designers, Film Producers, Film Critics, and Web Content Creators within the film and media industry.