BA (JMC) – Film Making
Transform ideas into visuals, tell stories that matter, and leave your mark in the world of cinema with a BA (JMC) in Film Making at Indira University!
Study Mode
Full Time
Duration
Graduation - 3 Years & Honours - 4 Years
Commencement Month
July 2026
Assessment
Semester
Location
Indira University, Tathawade , Pune
Overview
The BA (JMC) in Filmmaking is an undergraduate program that dives into the art, craft, and technique of visual storytelling. This program offers students a comprehensive understanding of the filmmaking process, from script development and direction to cinematography, editing, sound design, and post-production. It combines creative exploration with technical skills, giving students the tools to bring their stories to life on screen.
Throughout the program, students study film theory, genre analysis, screenwriting, and film history, while also gaining hands-on experience with cameras, lighting equipment, editing software, and production tools. The program emphasizes both individual creativity and collaborative teamwork, preparing students to handle real-world production environments. Students also engage in short film projects, workshops, and critiques, allowing them to refine their voice as filmmakers. Graduates of the Bachelor of Journalism & Mass Communication can pursue careers in directing, screenwriting, cinematography, editing, production, or continue with specialized studies in film and media, entering roles across cinema, television, and digital platforms.
Why pursue BA (JMC) - Film Making with Indira University?
Testimonials
Ishita Joshi,
Batch 2022-25
The curriculum was incredibly comprehensive, striking the perfect balance between theoretical knowledge and practical application. We deeply studied the facets of mass media, from advertising and public relations to journalism and film making along with business management.
The faculty members were not just educators; they were industry veterans who brought their real-world experiences into the classroom, making every lecture engaging and relevant. Their guidance, mentorship, and willingness to go the extra mile truly shaped my understanding and passion for the media industry.
Learning Experiences
At Indira University, the BA (JMC) program provides a dynamic and industry-aligned educational experience designed to shape future-ready media professionals. The curriculum integrates core theoretical knowledge with real-world media practices, empowering students to think critically, report ethically, and communicate effectively across platforms.
Through newsroom simulations, studio work, internships, and live media projects, students gain immersive exposure to the evolving media landscape. Guided by experienced faculty and industry experts, learners develop strong storytelling, technical, and analytical skills. The program nurtures innovation, digital fluency, and ethical responsibility, preparing students to thrive in diverse roles across journalism, broadcasting, public relations, and digital communication.
Curriculum
| SEMESTER-I | ||
|---|---|---|
| Title | Nature of Course | Credit |
| Introduction to Communication | Major Mandatory | 4 |
| Fundamentals of Film Making -I | Major Mandatory | 4 |
| Leadership & Team Building | Minor | 2 |
| Financial Literacy – I | Open Elective | 2 |
| Computer Fundamentals | ||
| Personality Development | ||
| Pharmaceutical & Medical Marketing Management | ||
| Basics of Photography | Vocational Skill Development Course | 2 |
| Decoding AI | Skill Enhancement course | 1 |
| Basics of MS Office | Skill Enhancement course | 1 |
| AEC: Ability Enhancement Course (English) | Ability Enhancement Course | 2 |
| Essentials of Sustainability | Value Education Course |
2 |
| Introduction to Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) | Indian Knowledge System |
2 |
| TOTAL | 22 | |
| SEMESTER-II | ||
|---|---|---|
| Title | Nature of Course | Credit |
| Media Literacy | Major Mandatory | 4 |
| Introduction to Visual Communication | Major Mandatory | 4 |
| Financial Literacy – II ( Prerequisite – 25SCEOE1) | Open Elective | 2 |
| Microsoft Excel for Data Analysis | ||
| Goods And Service Tax | ||
| Cosmetology | ||
| Principles of Management | Minor | 2 |
| Fundamentals of Computers | Vocational Skill Course -Practical | 2 |
| Advance Photography -Product | Skill Enhancement course | 2 |
| AEC – English II | Ability Enhancement Course | 2 |
| Indian Constitution | Value Education Course |
2 |
| SOUL | Co-Curricular Courses | 1 |
| Physical Education – I | Co-Curricular Courses | 1 |
| TOTAL | 22 | |
| SEMESTER-III | ||
|---|---|---|
| Title | Nature of Course | Credit |
| Media Law and Ethics | Mandatory Major | 2 |
| Script Writing | Mandatory Major | 4 |
| Understanding Camera & Equipment | Mandatory Major | 2 |
| Organisational Behaviour | Minor | 4 |
| Tax Management and Planning – Individual | Open Elective | 2 |
| PowerBI(Business Intelligence) | ||
| Digital marketing | ||
| Intellectual Property Right | ||
| Adobe Photoshop | Vocational Skill Course -Practical | 2 |
| Hindi/Marathi-I | Modern Indian Languages | 2 |
| FP as per speciliztion | FP | 2 |
| Yoga and Mental Well – being | Co-Curricular Courses | 2 |
| TOTAL | 22 | |
| SEMESTER IV | ||
|---|---|---|
| Title | Nature of Course | Credit |
| Introduction to Direction | Mandatory Major | 2 |
| Understanding Sound & Sound Equipment | Mandatory Major | 4 |
| Introduction to Production | Mandatory Major | 4 |
| Accounting for business | Minor | 2 |
| Tax Management and Planning – Corporate | Open Elective | 2 |
| Introduction to Cyber Security | ||
| Tourism management | ||
| Basics of Pharmaceutical care | ||
| Advance Photography – Fashion | Skill Enhancement course | 2 |
| Marathi/Hindi-II | Modern Indian Languages | 2 |
| Community Engagement Program | As per Specializations | 2 |
| Health & Wellness/Yoga/Sports/NSS/NCC/Soul Program/Music | Cocurricular Courses | 2 |
| TOTAL | 22 | |
| SEMESTER V | ||
|---|---|---|
| Title | Nature of Course | Credit |
| Personal and Image Brand Communication | Mandatory Major | 2 |
| Post Production Editing I | Mandatory Major | 4 |
| Post Production Editing I (Sound ) | Mandatory Major | 4 |
| Post Production Editing I (2D Animation) | Major Elective | 4 |
| Statistics | Minor | 4 |
| Personal Branding | Vocational Skill Course | 2 |
| Field Project | Field Project | 2 |
| TOTAL | 22 | |
| SEMESTER VI | ||
|---|---|---|
| Title | Nature of Course | Credit |
| Film Production ( Short Film) – 3 Shots | Mandatory Major | 4 |
| Trends & Technologies in Film & TV | Mandatory Major | 4 |
| Basics of TVC production | Mandatory Major | 2 |
| Cinematography I | Major Elective | 4 |
| Media Buying & Negotiation | Minor | 4 |
| Internship – Complete Assessment after sem VI | On Job Training | 4 |
| TOTAL | 22 | |
| SEMESTER VII ( Honours Degree ) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Title | Nature of Course | Credit |
| Theatre & Drama | Mandatory Major | 2 |
| Cinematography II | Mandatory Major | 4 |
| Documentary Production (5 Min Max.) | Mandatory Major | 4 |
| Multi Camera Production (Podcast, TV Interview, Debates) | Mandatory Major | 4 |
| Research Methodology | Research Methodology | 4 |
| Directing for Screen | Major Elective | 4 |
| TOTAL | 22 | |
| SEMESTER VIII ( Honours Degree ) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Title | Nature of Course | Credit |
| Indian Foreign Policy | Mandatory Major | 2 |
| Post Production Editing II | Mandatory Major | 4 |
| Post Production Editing II ( Sound ) | Mandatory Major | 4 |
| Post Production Editing II ( 2D Animation ) | Mandatory Major | 4 |
| Short Film – 6 Shots | Major Elective | 4 |
| On Job Training | OJT | 4 |
| TOTAL | 22 | |
| SEMESTER VII ( Honours with Research Degree ) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Title | Nature of Course | Credit |
| TVC (Product, Social Campaign) | Mandatory Major | 4 |
| Lighting for TVC | Mandatory Major | 4 |
| Social Documentory | Mandatory Major | 2 |
| Editing | Major Elective | 4 |
| Research Methodology | RM | 4 |
| Research Project | Research Project | 4 |
| TOTAL | 22 | |
| SEMESTER VIII ( Honours with Research Degree ) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Title | Nature of Course | Credit |
| Womens Movement in India | Mandatory Major | 2 |
| Lighting for Film | Mandatory Major | 4 |
| Music Video Production | Mandatory Major | 4 |
| Direction for Film and Media | Major Elective | 4 |
| Research Project | Research Project | 8 |
| TOTAL | 22 | |
Pedagogy
At School Of Liberal Arts, the BA (JMC) program is designed to integrate theoretical knowledge with practical skills. Through newsroom simulations, hands-on studio practice, and mandatory internships in media houses, PR agencies, or film units, students gain real-world media experience. The curriculum emphasizes collaborative projects, including short films, digital campaigns, and radio shows. Industry experts conduct workshops and masterclasses on topics like investigative journalism and digital storytelling across print, digital, radio, and television. The program is updated to align with trends like AI, mobile journalism, and social media analytics. We provide training in tools like Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, Canva, Audacity, and social media dashboards. Students of the Bachelor of Journalism & Mass Communication also develop critical thinking and media ethics through debates, case studies, and policy discussions, preparing them for dynamic media careers.
Key Points:
- Experiential Learning
- Project-Based & Collaborative Learning
- Workshops & Masterclasses
- Industry-Integrated Curriculum
- Digital Tools Training
- Critical Thinking & Media Ethics
Exposure Trips
As part of their experiential learning, students participated in trips, gaining firsthand insights into media innovations, industry trends, and emerging technologies, bridging academic knowledge with real-world experience in the dynamic field of media.
Broadcast India Show 2024
As part of their experiential learning journey, students visited the Broadcast India Show 2024 at BKC, Mumbai, which is India’s premier platform for broadcast, media, and entertainment technology. The trip offered firsthand exposure to cutting-edge innovations in television, film, radio, and digital production. Students interacted with industry experts, explored advanced equipment and software. This mesmerizing experience deepened their knowledge of current industry trends, tools, and workflows, creating the perfect blend of classroom learning mixed with real-world applications, getting the students ready to traverse the ever-changing media landscape with confidence.
Career Opportunities
BA (JMC) in Film Making graduates are able to conceptualize stories and manage production teams. They can perform directing, scriptwriting, cinematography, and editing. As a director, producer, screenwriter, cinematographer, or editor in film studios, television, and digital media, the professional can make a thriving career in the fields of advertising, filmmaking, and content creation. Using strong creative and technical skills, BA (JMC) in Film Making professionals can create engaging content to attract audiences.
The career opportunities for the students of BA (JMC) in Film Making include:
Film Director
Screenwriter
Cinematographer
Film Editor
Producer
Production Designer
Sound Designer
Casting Director
Film Critic
Script Supervisor
Assistant Director
Lighting Technician
Documentary Filmmaker
Visual Effects (VFX) Assistant
Script Supervisor
Apply for BA (JMC) - Film Making
The application process at Indira University is designed to be straightforward and transparent. Each stage, from filling out the application form to final submission, is clearly outlined, providing applicants with a seamless and hassle-free experience as they apply to various programs.
Higher Secondary School Certificate (10+2) or its equivalent Examination with English as a passing subject.
OR
Three Years Diploma Course (after S.S.C. i.e. 10th Standard), of Board of Technical Education conducted by Government of Maharashtra or its equivalent.
OR
Two Years Diploma in Pharmacy Course (after H.S.C. i.e. 12th), of Board of Technical Education conducted by Government of Maharashtra or its equivalent.
OR
S.S.C. of 10 years or 11 years with English and Indian Air Force Educational Test for promotion to the rank of Corporal.
OR
Trained Teachers Certificate Course, of Inter-State Board of Anglo Indian Education, New Delhi.
OR
Intermediate Commerce/Arts examination from the Recognized Board of Secondary Education, M.P. Bhopal with 4 subjects including General English.
OR
Diploma in Education with English, of Bureau of Government of Maharashtra.
OR
H.S.C. Vocational.
Our Scholarships
At Indira University, we are committed to ensuring that quality education is within everyone’s reach. To empower students from financially disadvantaged backgrounds, we provide a range of scholarships. These scholarships are designed to ease economic challenges, enabling deserving students to concentrate fully on their studies and build a strong foundation for their future.
BA in Film Making focuses on cinematic storytelling and covers direction, cinematography, scriptwriting, editing, sound design, production management, and film appreciation. Students learn through hands-on projects and studio-based learning.
Yes. With the growth of OTT platforms, advertising films, web series, and independent cinema, filmmaking offers vast creative and commercial opportunities in India.
Candidates must have completed 10+2 in any stream. Creativity, storytelling ability, and passion for visual media are key advantages.
Some rewarding career opportunities that one could consider after completing the course are: Film Director, Assistant Director, Cinematographer, Film Editor, Scriptwriter, Production Manager, and Content Creator for OTT and digital platforms.
Entry-level salaries range from ₹3–6 LPA, with freelance and project-based roles offering higher earnings as experience and portfolio grow.
Colleges that combine academic depth with hands-on production facilities, industry mentorship, and live projects, such as Indira University School of Liberal Arts, are preferred by aspiring filmmakers.
Admissions are based on academic eligibility, followed by interaction rounds that assess creativity, interest in cinema, and storytelling aptitude.