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The Documentary Certificate program equips you with essential production skills, including directing, writing, and editing documentary or specialized content, guided by acclaimed filmmakers.
This program mirrors industry workflows, taking you through every stage from concept development and pre-production to filming, post-production, and marketing strategies.
Become part of a successful alumni network whose members have created prize-winning films and secured roles across the industry, from research and post-production to community television production.
Program competencies
Develop proficiency in documentary production by creating and delivering a short documentary film, mastering storytelling techniques, financing, planning, scriptwriting, and pitching.
Acquire hands-on technical expertise in camera operation, lighting, sound recording, and post-production workflows.
Utilize research methodologies to explore diverse fields including history, political science, cultural studies, and performing arts.
Exhibit professional conduct while collaborating effectively within creative and technical production teams.
High school graduation or
Successful completion of testing and/or upgrading in English or Math skills
English Language Requirements:
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language): 83 (internet-based score), 560 (paper-based score).
ELA (English Language Assessment Test): 145
Academic IELTS (International English Language Testing System): 6.5 overall and no one scores less than 6
CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language Assessment Test): 70
PTE (Pearson Test of English - Academic): 56
DET (Duolingo English Test) - 125 or higher with no sub-score less than 115.