Program Overview

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University Programs

The university offers a range of programs in creative media, including Bachelor Programs, Foundation courses, and Training Courses.

Bachelor Programs

The Bachelor Programs are designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge needed to start their creative careers. The programs offered include:

• Animation
• Audio
• Computer Science
• Design
• Film
• Games

These programs are geared towards careers in the creative media industry, with a focus on hands-on, accredited training from industry experts in state-of-the-art facilities.

Foundation

The SAE Foundation course encompasses the skills necessary for entering an undergraduate creative media course at SAE University College Dubai. The course provides students with a solid foundation in creative media and prepares them for further study.

Training Courses

SAE offers an extensive range of professional courses and programs in creative media, including:

• SAE Dubai Short Courses
  • Short Courses (Beginner/Advanced)
  • Course Calendar
  • Download Short Courses Brochure
  • Student Testimonials
• Corporate Courses
  • Corporate & Private Training
  • Download Corporate Courses Brochure
• More Courses
  • Practical Micro-Credentials in Creative Media
  • Creative Camps

Why SAE

SAE provides hands-on, accredited training from industry experts in state-of-the-art facilities. The university is geared towards careers in the creative media industry, with a focus on supporting students throughout their studies.

Program Information

Program information can be downloaded, including entry requirements, enrollment processes, and degree brochures.

Advanced Film Production

The Advanced Film Production course is designed for creators aiming to strengthen their skills in directing, screenwriting, and producing. The course takes participants through the full production journey, including concept development, visual storytelling, script writing, budgeting, casting, and pitching.

Course Overview

The course is ideal for those looking for film production training in the UAE, filmmaking workshops in Dubai, or advanced creative media courses.

Who is it for?

The course is suitable for:

• Age 16 and above
• Media students with foundational filmmaking knowledge
• Aspiring film directors, producers, and screenwriters
• Content creators aiming to improve their storytelling and production skills
• Emerging filmmakers preparing for short films or festival submissions

Softwares Used

The course uses industry-standard software, including:

• Celtex
• Canva
• Word
• Excel

Course Outline

The course outline includes:

• Week 1: Visual Storytelling & Concept Development
  • Understanding the director's eye: visual language and storytelling
  • Storytelling through (lighting, art direction, and cinematography)
  • Story structures & idea development
  • Character arcs & thematic depth
  • Group ideation for individual short film concepts
• Week 2: Screenwriting & Script Breakdown
  • Scene construction, dialogue, subtext
  • Writing with production in mind: locations, cast, budget
  • Script formatting & revisions
  • In-class writing exercises & peer review
• Week 3: Directing & Pre-Production
  • Working with actors: rehearsal strategies & directing performance
  • Storyboarding & shot lists
  • Casting techniques & scene blocking
  • Production management: locations, permits, gear, crew
• Week 4: Producing & Pitching
  • Budgeting, scheduling & contingency planning
  • Building a pitch deck (logline, synopsis, treatment, director's vision)
  • Presentation skills for creative pitching (Networking and Film festival circuits)
  • Sales, distribution, and film festivals
  • Final pitch presentations with peer and instructor feedback

Delivery Method

The course is available on-campus.

Facilities & Approach

SAE boasts world-class facilities and collaborative spaces geared towards the creative media industries, as well as flexible remote learning options.

Campuses

SAE has a campus in Dubai, offering students the opportunity to study in a state-of-the-art facility.

How to Apply

To apply, students must meet the entry requirements, which can be found on the university's website. The enrollment process includes submitting an application, providing required documents, and paying fees.

What's On

The university offers a range of events, including campus tours, info nights, and workshops.

About Us

SAE University College Dubai is a leading provider of creative media education, with a focus on hands-on, accredited training from industry experts in state-of-the-art facilities. The university is part of the Navitas Group and is authorized to self-accredit its own courses in Creative Arts and Computer Science.