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Why study Filmmaking?
Ready to take your passion for film to the next level? Get hands-on experience and find your place in the international industry with our cutting-edge Filmmaking courses.
Our flagship Filmmaking courses give you an in-depth perspective of what it’s like to work in the film industry today. You’ll explore the full range of roles in the industry to work out which area most excites you. As you progress, you’ll hone your skills to become a specialist in your chosen field. From your first day, you’ll be collaborating on real projects, working with the equipment used by industry professionals, and learning from lecturers actively working in film and TV.
As a student on one of our film courses, you’ll enjoy access to industry-standard facilities and masterclasses run by the industry’s most exciting figurers.
Whether you want to direct, produce, or get hands-on with operating cameras, microphones, or lights, you’ll graduate ready for a career in the film industry.
At a glance
Bachelor’s, master’s and one-year courses available
A perfect blend of theoretical and practical learning
World-class lecturers and industry-leading masterclasses
A course that follows industry trends and developments
Access to professional-standard facilities
Taught and assessed in English
What to expect
The Filmmaking courses at BIMM University Berlin offer students a comprehensive view of what it means to be a film professional in today’s highly competitive industry. Flexibly designed, our courses move and grow with you, allowing you to explore and then pursue the industry specialism of your choice. With professional-standard facilities and programmes taught by industry experts, you’ll develop your expertise as a filmmaker and find the role that’s right for you.
From the start, you’ll build the skills necessary for a successful and sustainable career in the film industry.
You’ll have access to a range of modules that let you specialise in the areas of the industry you’re most passionate about. This is your chance to create a skillset completely unique to you, and to develop to an expert level.
You’ll also regularly collaborate with students from our other courses in acting, music and video games, allowing you to apply your skills in unique ways and build a wide creative network that will serve you long after you graduate.
Facilities
You’ll be based at Molecule Studios, a space that delivers professional-standard filmmaking resources, equipment and facilities.
With a standing-set, infinity cove, editing and sound suites, a fully stocked kit room, and our very own screening space, you’ll learn with the same resources the industry uses today.
Lecturers
Our Filmmaking lecturers are all working professionals active in today’s film and TV industries. Experts of their craft, they help you to develop the skills you need to succeed in your chosen career path.
They will also provide you with exclusive opportunities to work on projects such as documentaries, feature film and shorts to start to build your filmmaking CV and portfolio.
Masterclasses
BIMM University Berlin’s regular masterclasses put you in the room with some of the filmmaking industry’s most exciting figures.
Covering topics like screenwriting, distribution and cinematography, our masterclasses get you up close and personal with some of the industry’s most exciting figures.
Projects
The creative industries are built on collaboration. As a Filmmaking student at BIMM University Berlin, you will have regular opportunities to work with students from across music, acting and film – and build your creative network as you do so.
Our students collaborate on music videos, create short films and develop podcasts that put their unique range of skills in front of a captive audience.
Networking, internships and careers
As a BIMM University Berlin student, you have access to expert guidance from our Careers and Industry Team. With a wealth of contact at their fingertips, they facilitate relationships with organisations and projects you won’t find anywhere else.
You’ll also have access to BIMM Connect: our very own online platform that connects you with fellow students, alumni, bands, songwriters, filmmakers, actors and more from across the BIMM University network.
Any questions?
For any questions about studying Filmmaking at BIMM University Berlin, please contact our Admissions Team on +49 (0)30 311 99 186 or email admissions@bimm-university.de.