Program Overview

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Introduction to SAE University College Dubai

SAE University College Dubai offers a range of programs in creative media, including Bachelor of Film, Bachelor of Animation, Bachelor of Audio, Bachelor of Design & Visual Communication, and Bachelor of Games. The university provides hands-on experience and industry-relevant training to prepare students for careers in the creative media industries.

Bachelor of Film

The Bachelor of Film program is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in the film industry. The program covers a range of topics, including cinematography, directing, editing, and screenwriting.

Course Structure

The Bachelor of Film program is divided into three stages: Foundations, Refine & Expand, and Showcase.

Stage 1: Foundations

In this stage, students develop the essential technical film skills and knowledge required to collaborate with other creative media students and professionals. The units covered in this stage include:

• EDITING PRINCIPLES AND TECHNIQUES - FLM172
• STORYTELLING FOR SCREENS - FLM177
• CINEMATOGRAPHY 1 - FLM185
• PROJECT DESIGN AND THE ENTREPRENEUR - CIE152
• SCREENWRITING - FLM178
• SCREEN STUDIES AND PRACTICE - FIM111
• Cinematography II: Production - FLM186

Stage 2: Refine & Expand

In this stage, students broaden their scope to work on complex multidisciplinary projects in accordance with industry-standard practices. The units covered in this stage include:

• INTERDISCIPLINARY COLLABORATION AND COMMUNICATION CIM220
• SHORT DRAMA - FLM216
• DIRECTING & PRODUCING - FLM179
• DOCUMENTARY - FLM217
• ADVANCED POST-PRODUCTION - FLM219
• CULTURAL PERSPECTIVES - CIM211

Stage 3: Showcase

In this stage, students execute a project of their own design, which is of high quality and externally published, with the knowledge to commercialize if they choose. The units covered in this stage include:

• CLIENT BASED PRODUCTION - FLM315
• MAJOR PROJECT DEVELOPMENT - CIM316
• CREATIVE SKILL DEVELOPMENT - CIM301
• WORK INTEGRATED LEARNING - CIM310
• CREATIVE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND MARKETING - CIM320
• MAJOR PROJECT PRODUCTION - CIM330

Career Outcomes

The Bachelor of Film program can lead to a range of career outcomes, including:

• Director
• Producer
• Screenwriter / Scriptwriter
• Cinematographer / Director of Photography
• Editor / Post-Production Specialist
• Camera Operator
• Lighting Technician / Gaffer
• Production Designer / Art Director
• Content Creator / YouTuber / Social Media Video Producer
• Film Critic / Journalist
• Commercial / Corporate video producer
• Independent filmmaker

Entry Requirements

The entry requirements for the Bachelor of Film program include:

• Minimum age requirements: Be at least 18 years of age (or turning 18 during the first year of studies) or 17 years before the commencement of the first term
• Academic requirements: Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (SSCE) or equivalent; which is Grade/Year 12 according to the Australian curriculum. Minimum overall pass is required.
• English language requirements: International English Language Testing System (IELTS): A band score of 6 or higher for a Higher Education (HE) course and 5.5 or higher for a VET course (only the Academic Test is accepted), OR Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): A score of 550 or higher (paper-based test), 60 or higher (internet-based test) for a Higher Education (HE) course and a minimum score of 527 (paper-based test) or 46 (internet-based test) for a VET course, OR An equivalent level from other approved secondary schooling English studies by providing a signed and stamped letter of confirmation from the High school stating that English was the language of instruction.

Fees

The fees for the Bachelor of Film program are as follows:

• Domestic Fees:
  • Plan A Yearly Payment AED 60,300
  • Plan B Trimester Payment AED 21,930
  • Plan C Monthly Payment AED 7,790 (9 Payments Per Year)
  • Plan C+ Monthly Payment AED 6,022.50 (12 Payments Per Year)
• International Fees:
  • Plan A Yearly Payment AED 60,300
  • Plan B Trimester Payment AED 21,930
  • Plan C Monthly Payment AED 7,790 (9 Payments Per Year)
  • Plan C+ Monthly Payment AED 6,022.50 (12 Payments Per Year)

Bachelor of Animation

The Bachelor of Animation program is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in the animation industry. The program covers a range of topics, including character animation, visual storytelling, 3D modeling, computer graphics, visual effects, and motion graphics.

Bachelor of Audio

The Bachelor of Audio program is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in the audio industry. The program covers a range of topics, including studio production, post-production, and live sound.

Bachelor of Design & Visual Communication

The Bachelor of Design & Visual Communication program is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in the design industry. The program covers a range of topics, including branding and identity design, online and print design, digital image-making, and user-centered design.

Bachelor of Games

The Bachelor of Games program is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in the games industry. The program covers a range of topics, including game design, game development, and game programming.

Life at SAE

SAE University College Dubai provides a range of support services to help students succeed in their studies and careers. These services include academic calendars, library resources, student visa support, social clubs and events, and careers and employability support.

How to Apply

To apply for a program at SAE University College Dubai, students must meet the entry requirements and submit an application through the university's website. The application process includes:

• Entry Requirements: Students must meet the minimum age requirements, academic requirements, and English language requirements.
• Credit Transfers and Pathways: Students may be eligible for credit transfers or pathways into SAE programs.
• Fees and Payments: Students must pay the required fees for their program.
• Enrollment Process: Students must complete the enrollment process, which includes submitting an application, providing required documents, and paying the required fees.
• Scholarships: SAE University College Dubai offers a range of scholarships to help students fund their studies.