Department of Film and Television

The Department of Film and Television offers a comprehensive curriculum that covers all aspects of film and television production, from pre-production planning to post-production editing.

What We Offer

Pathshala South Asian Media Institute, a constituent institute of the University of Dhaka, is one of South Asia’s leading centers for film, television, photography, and media education.

Post Graduate Diploma in Film and Television

Our flagship 18-month Post Graduate Diploma in Film and Television (30 credits) focuses on the complete filmmaking process, covering production, cinematography, screenwriting, editing, directing, and sound design. Students learn to create compelling fiction, documentary, and reportage films, culminating in a professional-grade diploma film project. The program combines academic depth with hands-on practice, using state-of-the-art cameras, lighting, sound, and post-production facilities.

Core Courses

Introduction to Film and Television

Cinematography

Video Editing and Post-Production

Broadcast Journalism

Screenwriting

Specialization Courses

Filmmaking and Direction

Non-Fiction and Experimental Film

Film and Television Acting

Sound Design and Music

Art Direction and Design

Film Theory and Criticism

Professional and Advanced Courses

Alongside the diploma, Pathshala offers a range of Professional and Advanced Courses designed to meet the evolving needs of the media industry, including:

These courses are designed for both aspiring students and professionals looking to upgrade skills and advance careers in the film, television, and digital media sectors.

Post Graduate Diploma in Film and Television

This program gives the students industry-standard knowledge of Film and Television. It has a special focus on production in new media and on cost-effective productions by innovative use of technology. There is also a focus on how these skills can be used for a wider job market for candidates. Students also have access to very good camera equipment, sound and lighting equipment and other equipment needed for such productions. All labs are equipped with the latest software required for such kinds of productions.

Film and Television production is a key component of this program. Students will gain film and television production expertise (fiction, documentary, reportage). There is also a strong focus on script development and directing related to these productions and cinematography, post-production and digital workflow. 

Our Programs

Post Graduate Diploma

The Post Graduate Diploma in Film and Television develops practical skills, industry knowledge, storytelling, cinematography, editing, production, directing, and media analysis.

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Professional Courses

Alongside the diploma, Pathshala offers a range of Professional and Advanced Courses designed to meet the evolving needs of the media industry

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Faculty Members

Dr Shahidul Alam

Professor & Founder of Pathshala South Asian Media Institute

Kha Ma Harun

Professor & Principal of Pathshala South Asian Media Institute

Khandaker Tanvir Murad

Associate Professor & Head of Department, Photography

N. Rashed Chowdhury

Assistant Professor, Film and Television

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