Audiovisual Media: Documentary Film Tallinn University

During the studies the students receive knowledge about scriptwriting, directing and producing various genres of documentary films. They learn the basics of film language and narratives in documentaries. At Tallinn University it is possible to do that in a multicultural environment together with lecturers and coursemates from different countries. On daily basis our students are able to use a studio complex with modern TV, film and editing equipment.

The programme is held jointly with the School of Humanities' Visual Anthropology specialization, which gives the students knowledge about cultural anthropology and the methodology of field work. During the studies the students will produce three short films and a master's production.

Entry requirements

NB! No admission in 2017. The next admission for this programme starts in January 2018.

General requirements

• Completed Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent
• Proof of English Proficiency
  Please see the complete overview of admission and application requirements for Master's level applicants.

Entrance exams

• A relevant portfolio is required. Creative portfolio presented on a digital platform (Vimeo, personal website, etc.) – the best examples of candidate’s creative works including photographs, short films, videos, essays, scripts, poems, etc.
• Curriculum vitae
• Letter of motivation (in English)
• Interview with the admission committee and creative assignment (a visual story to assess candidate’s creative potential). Interviews can be done via Skype (NB! a web-camera is required). Creative assignment that assess candidate’s creative potential will be given during candidates 1st interview time. Candidate will have 2-3 days to complete the visual story in the key of documentary film.
• Additional materials (portfolio, CV, letter of motivation) to be sent to [email protected]