About the School of Film, Media and Creative Arts

At SoFMCA, the mission is to provide the best ‘university offered undergraduate film, media and culture education’ in South Asia and beyond by preparing students for existing and emerging careers in filmmaking, media, OTT and the creative industries, along with training in research pathways on the entertainment industry.

We at RVU are committed to provide a dynamic and multidisciplinary learning environment that combines theory and practical to hone students’ creativity and employability. Our faculty hail from the disciplines of Humanities, Film and Media Studies, and comprise of professors-in-practice, filmmakers and visiting industry professionals to ensure that the students receive hands-on training and mentoring to develop the skills needed to succeed in their chosen field of speacialization.

Our Graduate Attributes
  • Imagination
  • Creativity
  • Ethics
  • All-Rounded Thinking
  • Effective Communication
  • Digital Fluency
  • Flexibility and Adaptability
  • Team Working
  • Leadership Potential
  • Entrepreneurship
What we Offer?
The SoFMCA Foundation

Our distinct edge over existing film and media programs is a unique One-Year ‘Liberal and Creative Arts’ Foundation, designed to provide students with essential training in 21st century skills and holistic introductions to the study of media, entertainment and the visual arts today.

  • Foundations
    Storytelling and Creative Writing, Introduction to Performing Arts, Introduction to Fine and Illustrative Arts, Basics of Filmmaking, Fundamentals of Photography, How to Watch a Film, Appreciating Culture and Diversity, Great Books and Epics.
  • Introductions
    • Film Studies
    • New Media
    • Cultural Studies
    • Graphic Narratives
    • Visual Cultures
    • Animation
    • Illustration
    • Scale Modelling
The SoFMCA Edge
  • Liberal and Creative Arts Foundation
  • World Class Faculty including Professors-in-Practice
  • Multi-disciplinary Education with Minors and Electives from other RVU Schools
  • Film and OTT Media internship and placement
  • Guidance to become Entertainment Entrepreneurs and Independent Filmmakers
  • Training for careers in Film Studies, Criticism, Curation and International Research
  • Participate in Film Festivals and Curate Your Own Festival
  • Optional Exchange Programmes with Global Universities
  • Make a Diverse Portfolio of Creative Creations
  • Participate/Organise Academic and Industry conferences
  • Dynamic Education with Electives Responding to Emerging Trends in Entertainment Industry
A UG Scholar’s Journey at SoFMCA - 180 Credits
    • Year 1: Foundation [48 Credits]
      Creative Thinking, Critical Learning, Discovering Individual Abilities, and Introductions to Majors
    • Year 2: Exploration [48 Credits]
      Choose your Specialisation and Explore a Minor
    • Year 3: Specialisation [48 Credits]
      Master your Specialisation with Industry Internship
    • Year 4: Creation [36 Credits]
      A portfolio of signature works in films, documentary, animation, graphic narratives or thesis dissertation
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Dr. Piyush Roy

Professor and Founding Dean, School of Film, Media and Creative Arts

Founding Dean

Dr. Piyush Roy is an Indian National Film Award winning critic-columnist, and an international author, curator, poet, filmmaker and professor in film, media and aesthetics studies. Former Editor of iconic film magazines Stardust and StarWeek, and a Doctoral Scholar from the University of Edinburgh, he’s published in Indian national dailies like The Indian Express, Hindustan Times, The Asian Age, The Times of India, and The Hindu, authored five books and directed three non-fiction feature films.

Degrees and Eligibility Requirements

Programme Titles Specialisations Level Duration Selection Requirements Fees
(In Lakhs / per year)
Ph.D. Film Studies, Cultural Studies, Media Studies Ph.D. 4 Years Masters in any Discipline 0.5
M.A. (Film, Philosophy and Cultural Studies) Film, Philosophy, and Cultural Studies PG 2 Years SoP + Interview 2
P.G. Diploma in Film Criticism and Curation Film Criticism, Film Curation PG 1 Year SoP + Interview 2.5
B.A. Acting (Film, TV and OTT) Acting (Film, Television and OTT) UG 3 Years SoP + Portfolio + Interview 3
B.A. (Hons.) (Media Studies) Print, Advertising & PR, New Media and Film Criticism UG 4 Years SoP + Interview 4
B.Sc. (Hons.) (Animation and Visual Effects) Animation, CGI and VFX UG 4 Years Portfolio + Interview 4
B.Sc. (Hons.) (Filmmaking) Direction, Cinematography, Screenwriting, Sound and Video Editing, Costume Design and Make-Up UG 4 Years Portfolio + Interview 6

Campus Amenities

  •  Metro connectivity at doorstep
  •  Library
  •  Auditorium
  •  Gymnasium
  •  Bank
  •  Post office
  •  Food court
  •  Dining Hall
  •  Medical Centre
  •  Counselling Centre
  •  Recreational centre
  •  Sports facilities & sports grounds

Collaborations and industry connect

COLLABORATIONS AND PARTNERSHIPS

Admission Process
  • STEP - 01
    Register

    Apply online:
    https://admissions.rvu.edu.in/

  • STEP - 02
    RVU Selection Process

    Statement of Purpose (SoP) /
    Portfolio + Personal interview

  • STEP - 03
    Offer Letter

    Subject to fulfilment of eligibility
    and admission criteria

  • STEP - 04
    Registration

    Payment of fee
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