CET Film Production at FAMU | FA/SP Individualized

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ACADEMICS ELIGIBILITY COST NEXT STEPS

ACADEMICS

Other majors may be eligible.

GOOD FIT FOR

Film

Other majors may be eligible.

HOST INSTITUTION

CET Academic Programs | Film and TV School of the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague (FAMU)

Note: A maximum of 15 credits can be transferred back to ArtCenter.

CREDIT

14-18 units of transfer credit

Note: A maximum of 15 credits can be transferred back to ArtCenter.

Spring Term: Mid-January - Early-August

SCHEDULE

Fall Term: Late-August - Mid-December

Spring Term: Mid-January - Early-August

ELIGIBILITY

1) Must have at least two terms completed at the time of application

2) GPA: 3.0 or higher preferred, but admissions decisions are made on a case-by-case basis; lower GPAs still encouraged to apply

3) Must have at least one term remaining upon return to ArtCenter

4) Must not be on academic or disciplinary probation at the time of the application

5) Must satisfy all course prerequisites

6) Students interested in working with 35mm film: Previous experience with 16mm is required.

7) Must not have participated in another individualized program

If you do not meet the minimum eligibility requirements you still may be able to apply.

Please contact studyaway@artcenter.edu.

COST

PROGRAM FEE

Students participating in CET's program are responsible for fees which cover tuition, housing, and other related costs. Follow this link and scroll down to the Program Fees section for a full breakdown of these fees and what they cover.

All program fees will be paid to CET Academic Programs and not through ArtCenter tuition. If you wish to receive transfer credit (credit that counts toward your graduation but not toward your grade point average) and federal financial aid for your term abroad, you must complete ArtCenter’s Individualized Study Abroad Authorization process and pay a $200 processing fee.

NOTE

All program fees will be paid to CET Academic Programs and not through ArtCenter tuition. If you wish to receive transfer credit (credit that counts toward your graduation but not toward your grade point average) and federal financial aid for your term abroad, you must complete ArtCenter’s Individualized Study Abroad Authorization process and pay a $200 processing fee.

Costs that you will be responsible for that are NOT included in the program fee include: a passport ($135), a visa (if required), round-trip airfare LAX-Prague (~$800-$1200), and daily personal expenses—food, toiletries, supplies, souvenirs, cell phone, etc. ($50-$60 / day).

ADDITIONAL

Costs that you will be responsible for that are NOT included in the program fee include: a passport ($135), a visa (if required), round-trip airfare LAX-Prague (~$800-$1200), and daily personal expenses—food, toiletries, supplies, souvenirs, cell phone, etc. ($50-$60 / day).

FINANCIAL AID

On Individualized Programs, students can utilize their state and federal aid but ArtCenter aid is not available. Oftentimes, program fees include room and board and can end up costing less than a term at ArtCenter, even after you account for the loss of ArtCenter aid. ESA staff can help you do a cost comparison to find the right program for your budget!

SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION

https://www.artcenterstudyaway.com/pay-for-study-away

NEXT STEPS

To start your ArtCenter application, click the Apply Now button below. If a button is not visible, the application is not yet available.

For more details on the ArtCenter application process, visit this page.

1) Review CET's Film Production program page, including the eligibility criteria and application deadline in the "How to Apply" section.

2) Complete CET's Application form.

Upon review of the Application form, a CET advisor will email you to confirm your submission.

3) By Friday of Week 6, the term prior to your study abroad term, complete the brief ArtCenter Individualized Study Away Application.

4) At least one week prior to CET’s application deadline, email us at studyaway@artcenter.edu to confirm you still plan to apply AND submit your study abroad office recommendation request through CET’s portal. For the recommendation request, list Kyrie Sanchinelli-Salazar, studyaway@artcenter.edu.

5) Complete all remaining requirements by the application deadline.

6) Once accepted by CET, forward the official acceptance confirmation to studyaway@artcenter.edu. Follow any instructions from CET on confirming your participation. Additionally, log in to your Study Away application to change your status to "committed" and pay the 200 non-refundable deposit/administrative fee within one week of your acceptance.

7) Complete remaining ArtCenter paperwork by Monday of Week 12, the term prior to your study abroad term.

Location: Hillside, Board Room (#256) and on Zoom

INFORMATION SESSIONS

Study Away 101 - General Info Session: Tuesday, September 17 (Week 2) at 1pm

Location: Hillside, Board Room (#256) and on Zoom

Study Away 101 - General Info Session: Thursday, September 19 (Week 2) at 1pm

Location: South Campus, 1111 Room 402 and on Zoom

Check our Inside Page for zoom info

Can't make it to an info session?

Sign up for a 1-on-1 advising meeting with the Exchange and Study Away office to learn more about the program.

ABOUT CET FILM PRODUCTION AT FAMU

Study in the city that is home to filmmakers such as Miloš Forman, Agnieszka Holland, Emir Kusturica, and Jan Svěrák. CET’s Film Production process focuses on both the process of filmmaking and the medium of analog film itself (16mm or 35mm). Study away students work in small groups to see their short film through each stage—from pitching to filming, and even color grading in post-production—while working alongside professionals and under the guidance of an experienced mentor at Film and Television School of the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague (FAMU), one of the top film schools in Central Europe. For full program information, visit the CET Program Page. Note that this is an Individualized Program option and not an ArtCenter program. You can learn more about that process here.

FALL AND SPRING SEMESTER COURSES

Students on this program take two core courses in film production, one language class, and enroll in one to three FAMU International electives for 14 to 18 total credits. The Czech language class is taught by CET, while the remainder of the curriculum is taught by FAMU faculty who are working professionals. Students will work with their ArtCenter departmental advisor to transfer coursework back to ArtCenter and receive credit towards graduation.

• Core Courses (9 credits)

  Students take two courses taught exclusively for CET students by FAMU faculty. FAMU faculty offer mentorship as they guide each group through the process of creating a final film.

  PR/FILM 410 Narrative Film: Pre-Production and Production (130 hours, 6 credits)

  PR/FILM 420 Narrative Film: Post-Production and Final Product (65 hours, 3 credits)

  Please visit the CET Program Page for full course descriptions.

• Elective Courses (2-6 credits)

  Many electives at FAMU are open to CET Program students. Students can take one to three electives. Courses and credits differ each term but past students have taken:

  Soundtrack Aesthetics
  Script Analysis
  The Realm of Montage
  Film Style and Form
  Surrealism
  Visual Theory 1
  Filming the Unfilmable
  Practical Analysis: Directing
  Introduction to International Film/TV Producing

  Explore more electives at FAMU.

  (Note on Terms: Winter is the FALL semester; Summer is the SPRING semester)

• Czech Language (3 credits)

  PR/LANG 101 Beginning Czech Language (3 credits)
  This course focuses on the basics of Czech grammar system and vocabulary used in everyday conversational topics. Through exposure to the language, students also learn about Czech holidays, traditions, and habits, and since this course is taught exclusively to FAMU students, students are introduced to well-known Czech filmmakers and their achievements, with special attention is paid to terminology and situations related to film making, photography, and A/V media.

  This course is taught intensively during the first week of the fall and spring programs. No other classes are taught during this time. Starting in the second week, Czech language hours are reduced and other classes begin. Throughout the semester, class schedules may be adjusted according to student production schedules.
  
  For more details check out the CET Program Page.

SCHOLARSHIPS

We want all students to know study abroad is accessible to them. Eligible students should apply for the Diversity and Access Travel Stipend Award (DATSA). See our Pay for Study Away page for more details on study away affordability. In addition, ArtCenter students should consider applying for a CET Scholarship.

Wonder what a term is like with CET Prague? Check out this student video for glimpse.

QUESTIONS?

Schedule a 1:1 advising meeting with a member of the ArtCenter Exchange and Study Away team to talk through the process, or schedule a meeting with CET Campus Relations Manager, Malika Watson to learn more about CET options abroad.

ABOUT PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC

The city known as Praha is home to 1.3 million residents. Roam the streets and find your favorite view. Explore the Prague Castle, Charles Bridge and the Old Town Square, the Charles University historical buildings, or see a world-class play at one of the city’s many beautiful theaters. Museum hop from the National Gallery to the DOX Center for Contemporary Art, then unwind at a cozy café. Prague is easy to explore on foot and the city boasts a rich cultural life, with many things accessible on a student budget. Prague’s central location also means easy access to explore the rest of Europe.