Intro to Documentary Filmmaking | London, England

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London is the birthplace of the documentary tradition. Documentary film and video has experienced an explosion of new and exciting work in recent years. This program connects the vibrant world of contemporary documentary film with the historical roots of the tradition, combining film viewings, master classes with filmmakers, and hands-on training in the fundamentals of digital video production. Students will create short documentaries during the course of the program.

Program Description

Program Sessions

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CodeTermArrival DateDeparture DateFeeApply
LN99Summer 202506/06/2507/03/25$8,030.00

Eligibility

This program is open to all interested undergraduate students. No prior experience in film making is required.

Housing

Participants will stay in shared apartments in central London either in the study center or within walking distance in comparable housing. Amenities include fully equipped kitchens, furnished living areas, Wi-Fi, cable TV, and a cleaning service every two weeks that includes a change of bed linens and towels. Overnight visitors are not allowed in program housing. Click here for a list of nearby hotels for visitors.

Excursions & Group Activities

Plans may change due to unexpected events and/or new opportunities. Cultural immersion and social events planned for this program may include:

  • Full participation in London Broad Curriculum’s social/cultural calendar
  • Film screenings and viewings in London
  • Day Trip to Sheffield Doc/Fest, one of top documentary festivals in the world
  • Guest lectures from British Documentarians and Film Scholars
  • Learn production skills in iconic London locations

Program Fees

Include:

  • All registration fees
  • Instructional costs for 3 undergraduate credits
  • Welcome orientation
  • Housing
  • Weekly Breakfast Boxes
  • £40 worth of meal vouchers per each 4-week session
  • Course specific field trips
  • Program-planned half-day and full-day excursions within London and around the UK
  • Program-planned weekend trip within the UK
  • Program-planned excursions/group activities
  • Full-time academic support
  • Full-time administrative and pastoral support
  • London transport pass
  • Health insurance
  • IP welcome gift
  • Shared camera equipment for course-related activities abroad

Do Not Include:

  • Round-trip international airfare
  • Passport
  • Food (except as noted above)
  • Books and supplies
  • Personal travel/activity money
  • Personal spending money
  • University-assessed fees (e.g., per credit hour technology fee)