Raipur — AAFT University’s Raipur campus is advertising a practical, studio-integrated filmmaking programme through its School of Cinema, with admissions for the 2026 batch now open, the university said.
Course focus: end-to-end film practice
The campus presents the degree as a comprehensive training in cinema that emphasises making complete films rather than study-only modules. Students are introduced to the full filmmaking process — from scripting to screening — and reportedly begin working on real film projects from the first semester.
"A good filmmaking course in India should train you to make a full film, not just study one," the programme overview says.
The School of Cinema on the Raipur campus offers what it describes as a broad curriculum covering the main craft areas required for film and digital content production. The university highlighted practical exposure to professional equipment and studio facilities as part of the learning model.
- Integrated craft training: Writing, direction, cinematography, editing and sound are all taught so students gain cross-disciplinary understanding.
- Hands-on production: Students reportedly produce films during early semesters rather than waiting until later years.
- Professional tools and spaces: The campus is said to house film and TV studios, editing and sound labs, and an in-house production unit with equipment including RED cameras and drones.
What the syllabus covers
The programme material supplied by the university groups teaching into practical craft areas and associated learning outcomes. It also links course content to the growing demand for screen content across cinema and streaming platforms.
| Craft area | Key learning |
|---|---|
| History & foundations | Film history, film language and conceptual foundations |
| Screenwriting & direction | Storytelling, script development and working with actors |
| Cinematography | Camera operation, lenses, lighting and composition |
| Editing & post-production | Cutting, colour grading and final delivery |
| Sound & music | Sound design, music and mixing for film |
| OTT & digital content | Creation of content suited for streaming platforms and web |
Local significance and career context
The university materials point to broader industry trends to justify the applied approach. Citing industry analyses, the campus notes steady growth in India’s media and entertainment sector and increased demand for trained professionals as streaming platforms commission original films and series. While the university did not provide local placement statistics, it framed the course as a response to expanding opportunities across films and OTT platforms.
Prospective students interested in specialising — for example, in direction or cinematography — can reportedly deepen their focus in later semesters while retaining an overall understanding of the filmmaking process.
Admissions and next steps
AAFT University’s Raipur campus has stated that admissions for the 2026 intake are open. The university described the programme as a cinema degree delivered through its School of Cinema but did not publish duration, fee structure, eligibility criteria or exact intake numbers in the materials provided. Candidates seeking entry details, eligibility norms, course fees and application deadlines should consult the university’s official admissions office or website for full information.
The practical emphasis and use of professional equipment may be particularly relevant for 12th-pass students evaluating hands-on training options in media and creative industries. As the regional creative economy grows, such programmes aim to bridge classroom learning and industry-standard production practice.
