Educational objectives.
Prepared for the real world.
In the Master’s Major in “Cinematography”, you will acquire technical and theoretical knowledge of image composition and practise the artistic, technical and practical skills need-ed to operate the camera in different set-ups and to light sets. You will experiment with forms of pre-visualization, hone your own style, and gain experience with virtual production methods. This takes place within the framework of classes and lectures and primarily involves work on practical applications with the support of a mentor. You will also learn about artistic research issues at the University of Zurich’s Institute of Film Studies.
ZHdK connects teaching and research. With predoctoral and doctoral programmes, our pro-grammes invest in up-and-coming talent. With research institutes including the Institute for the Performing Arts and Film and the Immersive Arts Space, ZHdK has become a byword for the increasing importance of innovation, digitalization and practice-based research.
Prepared for interdisciplinary work.
At ZHdK, degree programmes are shaped by hybrid collaborations in the fields of film, theatre and dance. Students are taught and encouraged to become artistic personalities who demonstrate autonomy and flexibility in complex production processes and interdisciplinary working groups.
Prepared for the future.
Our strong ties with professional networks and partnerships provide a state-of-the-art education and expose students to national and international perspectives, platforms and discourses. The course will prepare you to work in a dynamic professional field and you will benefit from the opportunity to position yourself individually within the film industry and build a successful career.