Directing in Film Undergraduate Program By Azerbaijan State University of Culture and Arts |Top Universities
Main Subject Area

Performing ArtsMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Performing Arts

Degree

BA

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Film director: the course focuses on dramaturgy laws, that is a component of cinematography, features of turning an idea into dramaturgy, the ability to turn dramaturgy into an audiovisual work. Starting with the "logline" of an audiovisual work used in the world practice, students learn the rules of writing a screenplay and directorial script, related practical experiments are studied. Montage, which is considered the most important part of the means of artistic expression, and its rules are introduced. The ability to express author's thought with montage thinking, techniques and types of montage. Detailed information about all stages of audiovisual work: pre-production, production, post-production and promotion stages. Detailed information on special effects, needs and specifics of their use in cinematography, optical, mechanical, visual effects, computer technology and their essence, animated films, the importance to use them both independently and in synthesis with others. Characteristics of audiovisual means of expression used in cinema and their meaning. Chiaroscuro, laws and types of composition, words, music and sounds, as well as techniques for using special effects used in modern practice.   TV director: no matter what the topic is, students learn to refine it to the smallest detail, to define the idea and form its highest goal when working on a literary script. They must know the simple elements of the subject in order to parse the literary material word by word, line by line and sentence. The theoretical and practical aspects of the profession are mastered by repetition. They study to work on a script together with a screenwriter, to develop organizational skills necessary for preparing an audiovisual work, to keep the audience in front of the screen and to combine theoretical knowledge with practical work.

Program overview

Main Subject

Performing Arts

Degree

BA

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Film director: the course focuses on dramaturgy laws, that is a component of cinematography, features of turning an idea into dramaturgy, the ability to turn dramaturgy into an audiovisual work. Starting with the "logline" of an audiovisual work used in the world practice, students learn the rules of writing a screenplay and directorial script, related practical experiments are studied. Montage, which is considered the most important part of the means of artistic expression, and its rules are introduced. The ability to express author's thought with montage thinking, techniques and types of montage. Detailed information about all stages of audiovisual work: pre-production, production, post-production and promotion stages. Detailed information on special effects, needs and specifics of their use in cinematography, optical, mechanical, visual effects, computer technology and their essence, animated films, the importance to use them both independently and in synthesis with others. Characteristics of audiovisual means of expression used in cinema and their meaning. Chiaroscuro, laws and types of composition, words, music and sounds, as well as techniques for using special effects used in modern practice.   TV director: no matter what the topic is, students learn to refine it to the smallest detail, to define the idea and form its highest goal when working on a literary script. They must know the simple elements of the subject in order to parse the literary material word by word, line by line and sentence. The theoretical and practical aspects of the profession are mastered by repetition. They study to work on a script together with a screenwriter, to develop organizational skills necessary for preparing an audiovisual work, to keep the audience in front of the screen and to combine theoretical knowledge with practical work.

Admission requirements

50+
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Our Bachelor's programs provide a comprehensive education in various artistic disciplines, preparing students for careers in the creative industries. The specific structure and focus of these programs can vary widely depending on the specific major within the field of art. 

Many programs include a significant number of studio courses, where students engage in hands-on, practical work. This may involve creating art projects, participating in critiques, and collaborating with peers.

Faculty of Theatre Arts at ASUCA is the only faculty in Azerbaijan that trains specialists in the arts of Acting, Theatrical Directing, and Theatre Studies. The physical foundation of our program includes training and dance rooms, a clothing workshop, two stage rooms, and a teaching theater.
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Faculty of Audiovisul Arts trains specialists in Film and TV directing, Camerawork, and Film Studies.
Students learn the usage and management of film equipment, main directions and stages of development and filming of audiovisual works, as well as the ability to realize an artistic idea in a professional creative team through the management and cooperation of a film crew. With the purpose to achieve this practical application of audiovisual artistic mastery, you will also study more theoretical foundational concepts, such as archival activities, systematization and storage of film, the development of film and television in historical context in relation to the development of other artistic fields, and history and theory of art.
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Master's degree programs build upon the foundational knowledge gained at the undergraduate level, providing a more in-depth and specialized education.

Core Components of our Master Degree Programs are:

Advanced Studio Courses:

Specialized and advanced courses in the chosen medium or discipline.

Emphasis on developing a personal artistic voice and a strong body of work.

Critical Theory and Research:

Advanced studies in art theory and criticism.

Research methodologies relevant to the field of art.

Seminar Courses:

In-depth discussions and seminars on contemporary issues in art.

Interdisciplinary seminars to broaden perspectives.

Thesis or Final Project:

A substantial research project or thesis.

Often includes both a written component and a practical artistic component.

Professional Development:

Advanced career counseling and guidance.

Preparation for entering the professional art world.

Exhibition planning and curation.

Exhibitions and Public Presentations:

Opportunities to showcase work in solo or group exhibitions.

Public presentations and critiques.

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