Mass Communication & Media

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For AAFT's short‑term acting or anchoring certificate courses, the on‑campus schedules are generally structured as full‑time weekday batches rather than part‑time evening or weekend batches:

Current Batch Format

• Campus‑based short courses such as Certificate in Acting & Presentation and Certificate in News Anchoring are typically 3‑month programs held 5 days a week on weekdays with a day schedule during regular hours. 

• There is no official mention on AAFT's main site or admissions FAQs of separate weekend‑only or evening‑only batches for these campus short courses. According to student Q&A discussion pages, AAFT does not currently offer weekend or evening batches for the short‑term acting or anchoring courses on campus.

Alternative Options

• AAFT Online (the institute's online learning platform) does provide some flexibility — not specific evening/weekend on‑campus classes — but online short modules that you can complete more flexibly around your schedule. These are separate from the physical campus batches and may suit working professionals or those needing flexible timing.

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Yes, AAFT's short‑term Certificate in Production Direction and TV Journalism (a commonly offered film direction‑oriented course) includes substantial practical training designed to build hands‑on filmmaking skills, not just classroom theory.

Hands‑On Film Production Projects

• Short film production: Students produce actual short films (e.g., 10–12 minute and 15–20 minute projects) during the program, giving experience in scouting, directing, managing a crew, and finalizing a product. 

• Showreel creation: You work on specialised exercises that go into a professional showreel — important for showcasing capability to employers or collaborators. 

Technical Film‑Making Skills

Students get hands‑on training in core film techniques:

• Camera handling & lighting: Learning how to use professional cameras, set up lighting for different scenes and moods. 

• Sound recording: Practical experience with on‑set sound capture and microphone use. 

• Set design & costume understanding: Applying production design principles for visual storytelling.

Hi.

Yes, AAFT does allow students from non‑media backgrounds to enroll in short‑term direction, editing, cinematography or other film/media certificate courses, as long as they meet the basic eligibility criteria for those programs. Here's how it works:

No Prior Media Background Required

For most short‑term certificate courses at AAFT School of Cinema, the eligibility is based on general academic qualification, not on having a prior degree or experience in media, filmmaking, or related fields:

• Certificate courses such as Certificate in Production Direction & TV Journalism, Certificate in Cinematography, and Certificate in Video Editing & Sound Recording generally require:

  • 10+2 (secondary education) from a recognised board

  • Clearing the AAFT Global Entrance Test (GET) and a personal interview (for some certificates)
    This means students from non‑media backgrounds (e.g., commerce, science, arts unrelated to media) can apply if they fulfil these basic criteria.

Hi.

Yes, AAFT does offer short‑term certificate courses in journalism and mass communication‑related areas, though they're typically more skill‑focused and shorter in duration rather than a full Diploma or degree. According to AAFT's official course listings:

Short‑Term Journalism/Media Certificates at AAFT

AAFT's short‑term programme category includes specific certificates tied to journalism and mass communication, such as:
Certificate in News Anchoring — focused on anchoring skills, voice modulation, teleprompter practice, field reporting and live presentation (usually around 3 months). 
Certificate in Radio Production and Jockeying — covers radio media skills relevant to broadcast and audio journalism.
Certificate in Production Direction and TV Journalism — a 3‑month certificate combining TV journalism basics with production and direction skills. 

These are short‑term (certificate) courses under the “Journalism and Mass Communication” umbrella offered by AAFT's School of Mass Communication or related departments at their Noida campus.

Hi.

Short‑Term Certificate / 3–6 Month Courses

These are the types of programs often considered “short‑term” in media and filmmaking:

 Certificate / Short Courses Fees (approximate total fee)
Certificate in Video Editing & Sound Recording – around ₹97,000 total.
Certificate in Camera & Lighting Techniques – around ₹97,000 total. 
Certificate in Cinematography, Certificate in Screenplay Writing, and similar courses are offered (fees typically in a similar range).
 Other related media certificates (e.g., news anchoring or radio production) are often ₹60,000 – ₹97,000 range depending on course and duration.

General Short‑Term Fee Range

• ₹60,000 – ₹1,00,000+ for typical short‑term media/film certificates. 

• Some specialised workshops or intensives may vary slightly but generally fall within this bracket.

Hi.

Yes, students at AAFT School of Cinema/AAFT Noida do get opportunities to be involved with professional film‑making environments and industry‑linked practical exposure, though formal placements on major professional film sets may not be guaranteed for all. Here's how the industry connection typically works:

1. Practical Industry Exposure through Curriculum

AAFT's cinema courses emphasize hands‑on practice with real production workflows — students learn through shooting, directing, editing, and working with professional equipment in studios and on shooting floors provided by the institute. This means much of the film set experience happens within an academic/controlled production context that simulates real world film production. 

2. Industry Workshops, Masterclasses & Guest Sessions

Students participate in guest lectures, workshops and masterclasses by industry professionals (actors, directors, cinematographers etc.), which gives them exposure to film professionals and sometimes leads to networking opportunities that can help them find real set opportunities independently. 

3. Collaborations & Skill Development Partnerships

AAFT has formal collaborations with organisations like the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC), aimed at enhancing industry‑related skill development and professional readiness. These partnerships help bridge academic learning with industry expectations, increasing the chances that students can pursue internships or productions externally. 

4. In‑House Live Projects & Student Productions

Students do work on live projects, such as short films, documentaries, and other production assignments that mirror real film set conditions — this helps them build portfolios and gain crew‑level experience before entering actual professional sets. 

5. Placement Support & Industry Networking

AAFT's placement and career support cells (EDGE & CARE) help students find internships and industry roles in film, television, OTT and related media. While this support can lead to opportunities on professional film sets, specific job or set work depends on individual performance, networking, and industry demand.

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Yes, AAFT School of Cinema at AAFT Noida is equipped with industry-relevant, professional-grade film studio infrastructure, including cameras, lighting, sound and production facilities that support hands-on learning and real filmmaking practice: 

Professional Cameras & Production Gear

• The campus has high-definition, broadcast-quality cameras students can use for shooting projects.

• Facilities include cameras with HD and SD compatibility and various cinema-related gear like RED digital cinema cameras, tracks, trolleys and cranes — equipment that is very similar to what's used in industry production setups. 

• DSLR and professional still cameras are also part of the inventory, helpful for both production and cinematography practice. 

Lighting & Studio Setup

• There are indoor and outdoor lighting systems, multiple types of lights suitable for film shoots, chroma (green/blue screen) studios, and fully functional film shooting floors.

• AAFT also offers configurations such as 360° tracks, trolleys, and 22-ft cranes to help students learn camera movement and advanced lighting setups.

Sound & Post-Production Facilities

• Sound recording and post-production labs equipped with professional mixers and editing suites ensure students can work on sound design and polishing their projects using industry-standard tools.

• Multiple studios, including mini training studios and screening theatres, let students simulate real set and post-production environments.

Hi.

Yes, students at AAFT School of Cinema do work on real filmmaking projects as part of their academic training, though the nature of this exposure can vary by course and level. Here's how practical film project work is incorporated into the programs:

Student Film Projects

Hands-on filmmaking assignments form a core part of AAFT's cinema degrees and diplomas. Across programs like the M.A. Cinema, B.Sc/Cinema-related degrees, and various Diploma courses, students are required to create short films, documentaries, music videos, ad films, and other motion picture formats as part of their semester-wise project work. These projects are structured into the curriculum and help students apply filmmaking techniques in real production contexts.

• Students work on fiction films, short films, documentaries, ad films, and photo stories as semester projects. 

• These projects are often showcased, for example at events like the Global Film Festival Noida, where student short films are screened to audiences that include industry professionals.

Production-Oriented Curriculum

AAFT's cinema courses emphasize hands-on, practical learning with a strong focus on production skills:

• Students learn scriptwriting, camera operation, lighting, directing, editing, and sound design through practical assignments and workshops. 

• The infrastructure includes film studios, shooting floors, post-production labs, and editing suites, so students can work on complete production workflows.