Overview

The Film Production programme at Toronto Film School will teach you how you break into the industry. Job-ready, set-ready and fluent in industry lingo. Well-versed in the creative, technical and business aspects of filmmaking. And with a solid network of pros.

What you'll learn

Learn the inner workings of production directly from those who’ve mastered it. Shoot projects in our downtown studio with the same equipment used to film today’s blockbuster films and hit TV shows. And showcase your know-how with a killer portfolio of short films, series, commercials, documentaries, music videos, and more.

Career Directions

Film & Television Director
Commercial Director
Cinematographer
Producer
Editor
Production Designer/Art Director
Post-Production Supervisor
Camera Operator
Assistant Director
Sound Mixer
Grip/Gaffer
Production Manager
Production Coordinator
Assistant Cameraperson

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Film History
Audio
Editing
Cinematography
Production
Camera and Set Procedure

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-07 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-10-06 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-04-07 00:00:00

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Language

English

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105

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Toronto, Canada

Disciplines

Film Studies View 84 other Bachelors in Film Studies in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

105

Take A Free Practice Test!

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

60

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Movie Critique: Write a professional critique (300-500 words) about any feature length film, describing the film’s strengths and weaknesses and assessing its overall entertainment value. You should also include various elements of filmmaking such as direction, acting, lighting, editing, effects. We’re interested in seeing your level of awareness for what makes a film work (or not). Please note, movie critiques will not be returned.
Storyboard: Dream up any film idea and develop a storyboard. You may also include dialogue and direction. Don’t worry about your drawing skills, you can use storyboard software or stick figures. We’re looking to see your ability for putting single visual frames into a sequence that tells a story. Storyboards will be returned during the third week of classes

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Tuition Fees

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Applies to you

Non-residents

44088 CAD / year

≈ 44088 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

27537 CAD / year

≈ 27537 CAD / year

Additional Details

Rate per Term

Domestic: $6,619

International: $10,597

Living costs

Toronto

Canada

1502 - 2563 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

What you'll learn

Career Directions

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Toronto

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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