Overview

The Narrative Cinema Production degree from Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) offers a unique blend of creativity and technical training, preparing you to produce professional, long-form content that resonates in a global marketplace. With a focus on both storytelling and practical production skills, you gain the comprehensive knowledge needed to bring compelling narratives to life.

Under the mentorship of industry professionals, you will learn the ins and outs of the production process. This includes developing greenlight strategies for both fiction and nonfiction projects, writing engaging scripts and building immersive stories that capture audiences. The programme emphasizes the full production cycle, from pre-production through post-production, equipping students to handle critical tasks such as scheduling, budgeting, securing financing, and navigating the technical aspects of filming and editing. Through hands-on experience, you will develop a strong foundation in producing high-quality content that meets professional standards.

Graduates of the Narrative Cinema Production programme are well-prepared for diverse roles in the film and television industry. Potential career paths include film producer, screenwriter, director and video editor, with opportunities in film studios, television networks, streaming platforms and independent production companies. With the skills to create polished, distributable content, graduates are positioned to make their mark in a competitive and creative field.

Career opportunities:

Cinematographer
Director
Film editor
Filmmaker
Producer
Sound Technician
Writer

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Programme Structure

Story development and monetization: Discover the art of identifying and crafting compelling stories tailored for cinematic production. You'll also explore strategies for monetizing your creations, ensuring your projects have the potential to reach wide audiences and generate revenue.
Budgeting and finance: Gain expertise in creating detailed budget plans, securing financing and developing production plans. You'll also learn to identify additional revenue streams, providing a comprehensive understanding of the financial aspects of filmmaking.
Audio and video capture: Master the technical skills required to capture stunning visuals and pristine audio. You'll delve into advanced techniques for filming and sound recording, ensuring your productions are of the highest quality.
Directing and production management: Take charge of the entire cinematic process, from pre-production to the final cut.
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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Edmonton, 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

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General requirements

Grade 12 Language Arts (English 30-2)
Grade 12 Social Studies (Social 30-2)
Proof of English Language Proficiency

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Tuition Fees

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22050 CAD / year

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10200 CAD / year

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Additional Details

National - Year 2 - Term 2: $6,120
International - Year 2 - Term 2: $13,230

Living costs

Edmonton

Canada

1201 - 1992 CAD / month

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