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Programme Advantages

Promising Career Prospects

Monthly average salary of graudates from this programme is HK$18,000.

Vibrant Learning Experiences

Can join the Freshwave and Operation Greenlight to represent Hong Kong in various contests and festivals.

Promising Career Prospects

Monthly average salary of graudates from this programme is HK$18,000.

Vibrant Learning Experiences

Can join the Freshwave and Operation Greenlight to represent Hong Kong in various contests and festivals.

Basic Information

The programme aims to equip students with necessary skills and production knowledge for film, television and photography industries, covering on-screen performance, pre-production, production and post-production techniques, and photography skills.

The programme is designed with an emphasis on generic, language and communication training, whole-person development and workplace experience to better prepare students for further studies and employment after graduation.

Mode of Study Full-time

Duration of Study 2 Years

Offering Campus(es) / Venue(s)

HKDI

Study Places HKDI - 160

Admission Score Average Result: 13 ¹
Score Range: 10- 19 ¹

Programme Stream

Students may choose one of the following streams so as to enhance professional knowledge and skills in specific areas:

Higher Diploma in Film, Television and Photography (Acting)
Higher Diploma in Film, Television and Photography (Cinematography)
Higher Diploma in Film, Television and Photography (Directing and Scriptwriting)
Higher Diploma in Film, Television and Photography (Photography)
Higher Diploma in Film, Television and Photography (Post-Production)

The 1^st semester is a common semester. Students will progress to the streams in the 2^nd semester, subject to their stream choice, academic performance and study place availability in specific streams.

Professional Recognition

Students are eligible to apply for student or affiliate membership of the Hong Kong Association of Motion Picture Post Production Professionals (AMP4), the Hong Kong Designers Association (HKDA), the Hong Kong Digital Entertainment Association (HKDEA) and the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (Hong Kong Section).

Remarks

Admission score in 2024 refers to score of the best 5 HKDSE subjects, including Chinese Language and English Language of admitted students in 2024. For reference only. (Scoring scale: 5** = 7 points; 5* = 6 points; 5 = 5 points: 4 = 4 points; 3 = 3 points; 2 = 2 points; 1 = 1 point).

Notes

The programme information is applicable to local applicants. For non-local applicants, please visit here.
Students may be required to attend classes on other VTC campuses. VTC reserves the right to cancel any programme, revise programme title, content or change the offering institute(s) / campus(es) / class venue(s) if circumstances so warrant.
The revalidation of the programme will be conducted in 2025. The curriculum will be updated if circumstances so warrant.

Entrance Requirements

HKDSE

Chinese Language 2

English Language 2

Core/Elective Subject 2

VTC Diploma of Foundation Studies; OR
VTC Diploma of Vocational Education / VTC Diploma of Vocational Baccalaureate; OR
Diploma Yi Jin / Diploma of Applied Education; OR
Relevant and substantial work experience and/or prior qualification(s) obtained in or outside Hong Kong (e.g. assessed through recognition of prior learning and credit accumulation and transfer), with demonstrated ability to undertake sub-degree education; OR
Equivalent

Remarks

Applicants can use HKDSE Applied Learning (ApL) subjects (except ApL Chinese) for admission purpose. An "Attained", "Attained with Distinction (I)" and "Attained with Distinction (II)" in an ApL subject (Category B subjects) are regarded as equivalent to an HKDSE subject at "Level 2", "Level 3" and "Level 4" respectively for admission purpose.
For 2024 HKDSE and before, a "Grade D or E" and a "Grade C or above" in an HKDSE Other Language subject (Category C subjects) are regarded as equivalent to an HKDSE subject at "Level 2" and "Level 3" respectively; From 2025 HKDSE onwards, Language Proficiency Level A2 or above in French / German / Spanish, N3 or above in Japanese and TOPIK II: Grade 3 or above in Korean are also recognised as one of the five HKDSE subjects in fulfilling the general entrance requirement (Subject to approval by the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications (HKCAAVQ)). One Other Language subject can be counted for admission purpose.
An "Attained" in HKDSE Citizenship and Social Development is regarded as equivalent to an HKDSE subject at "Level 2" for admission purpose.
If one of the five HKDSE subjects is Citizenship and Social Development, the general entrance requirement would become "Attained" for Citizenship and Social Development and Level 2 or above in four other HKDSE subjects including Chinese Language and English Language. Besides, Level 2 or above in Mathematics Extended Part (Module 1 or Module 2) is also recognised as one of the five HKDSE subjects in fulfilling the general entrance requirement. If applicants have taken both Module 1 and Module 2, either one of the modules (with a higher level) will be counted for admission purpose.
Applicable to holders of Diploma in Vocational Education / Diploma of Vocational Education (DVE) (students admitted to DVE in AY2017/18 or before are required to complete prescribed further studies modules).
Upon completion of the Diploma of Vocational Baccalaureate (DVB) programmes, students can progress to Higher Diploma programmes in VTC, subject to their BTEC and IGCSE results.
Applications with work experience and/or prior qualification(s) submitted will be assessed individually by the departments concerned.

Articulation / Employment

Articulation

Graduates may articulate to the Degree programmes offered by Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi):

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Cinematic Arts and Technology

Graduates may also apply for admission to relevant Degree programmes of local universities:

City University of Hong Kong: BA Creative Media
Hong Kong Baptist University: BCOMM (Hons) - Film Major / BFA (Hons) in Acting for Global Screen
Hong Kong Metropolitan University: BA (Hons) in Creative Writing and Film Arts / BFA (Hons) in Imaging Design and Digital Art
The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts: BFA (Hons) in Film and Television
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University: BA (Hons) in Digital Media

Upon admission to relevant Degree programmes, graduates may apply for credit exemption. The level of exemption will be considered on individual basis.

Career Prospects

Graduates may be employed as screen actor, programme emcee, director, scriptwriter, art director, producer, cinematographer, photographer, gaffer, editor, television technical director, digital imaging technician, visual effects producer, etc.

Curriculum

Aesthetics and Semiotics
Lighting Workshop
Post-Production Workshop
Storytelling Principles
Photographic and Video Workshop
Essential Workplace Communication: Effective Oral Interaction
Whole Person Development - MindShift: Achieving Personal Growth & Effectiveness
IT Essentials - Smart Living

Higher Diploma in Film and Television (Acting):

Cultural Studies
Movement and Physicality
Voice and Speech
Fundamentals of Acting
Vocational Chinese Communication: Putonghua Conversation and Reports
Essential Workplace Communication: Digital Written Correspondence
Whole Person Development - Collaboration, Teamwork & Social Engagement (Part 1)

Higher Diploma in Film and Television (Cinematography):

Cultural Studies
Multi-cam Production
Location Sound Recording
Cinematography Workshop
Vocational Chinese Communication: Putonghua Conversation and Reports
Essential Workplace Communication: Digital Written Correspondence
Whole Person Development - Collaboration, Teamwork & Social Engagement (Part 1)

Higher Diploma in Film, Television and Photography (Directing and Scriptwriting):

Cultural Studies
Drama Writing Research
Non-drama Script Writing
Production Management Workshop
Vocational Chinese Communication: Putonghua Conversation and Reports
Essential Workplace Communication: Digital Written Correspondence
Whole Person Development - Collaboration, Teamwork & Social Engagement (Part 1)

Higher Diploma in Film, Television and Photography (Photography):

Cultural Studies
Darkroom Photography
Digital Workflow
Studio Photography
Scenario Photography
Vocational Chinese Communication: Putonghua Conversation and Reports
Essential Workplace Communication: Digital Written Correspondence
Whole Person Development - Collaboration, Teamwork & Social Engagement (Part 1)

Higher Diploma in Film, Television and Photography (Post-Production):

Cultural Studies
Video Compositing
Sound Editing
Video Editing and Grading
Vocational Chinese Communication: Putonghua Conversation and Reports
Essential Workplace Communication: Digital Written Correspondence
Whole Person Development - Collaboration, Teamwork & Social Engagement (Part 1)

Higher Diploma in Film and Television (Acting):

Creative and Design Thinking
Screen Acting
Professional Workplace Communication: Storytelling and Job Search
Whole Person Development - Collaboration, Teamwork & Social Engagement (Part 2)
Enrichment Module A

Higher Diploma in Film and Television (Cinematography):

Creative and Design Thinking
Outdoor Production
Professional Workplace Communication: Storytelling and Job Search
Whole Person Development - Collaboration, Teamwork & Social Engagement (Part 2)
Enrichment Module A

Higher Diploma in Film, Television and Photography (Directing and Scriptwriting):

Creative and Design Thinking
Commercial Writing
Field Producing
Professional Workplace Communication: Storytelling and Job Search
Whole Person Development - Collaboration, Teamwork & Social Engagement (Part 2)
Enrichment Module A

Higher Diploma in Film, Television and Photography (Photography):

Creative and Design Thinking
Hybrid Media Production
Professional Workplace Communication: Storytelling and Job Search
Whole Person Development - Collaboration, Teamwork & Social Engagement (Part 2)
Enrichment Module A

Higher Diploma in Film, Television and Photography (Post-Production):

Creative and Design Thinking
Editing Workshop
Professional Workplace Communication: Storytelling and Job Search
Whole Person Development - Collaboration, Teamwork & Social Engagement (Part 2)
Enrichment Module A

Higher Diploma in Film and Television (Acting):

Pre-Production Studio
Characterisation and Script Interpretation
Acting Training: Action and Special Effects Scenes
Non-drama Performance
Vocational Chinese Communication: Putonghua Presentations and Promotional Text Writing
Professional Workplace Communication: Proposal and Report Writing
Enrichment Module B

Higher Diploma in Film and Television (Cinematography):

Pre-Production Studio
Scenario Shooting
Virtual Set Cinematography
Shooting for Visual Effects
Vocational Chinese Communication: Putonghua Presentations and Promotional Text Writing
Professional Workplace Communication: Proposal and Report Writing
Enrichment Module B

Higher Diploma in Film, Television and Photography (Directing and Scriptwriting):

Pre-Production Studio
Drama Script Writing
Film Directing
Film and Television Producing
Vocational Chinese Communication: Putonghua Presentations and Promotional Text Writing
Professional Workplace Communication: Proposal and Report Writing
Enrichment Module B

Higher Diploma in Film, Television and Photography (Photography):

Advanced Photo Retouching
Advertising Photography
Videography Workshop
Visual Expression and Art Direction
Vocational Chinese Communication: Putonghua Presentations and Promotional Text Writing
Professional Workplace Communication: Proposal and Report Writing
Enrichment Module B

Higher Diploma in Film, Television and Photography (Post-Production):

Pre-Production Studio
Color Grading Workshop
Sound Design and Mixing
Video Effects
Vocational Chinese Communication: Putonghua Presentations and Promotional Text Writing
Professional Workplace Communication: Proposal and Report Writing
Enrichment Module B

Higher Diploma in Film and Television (Acting):

Professional Development / Academic Writing Workshop
Graduation Project for Film, Television and Photography
Professional Workplace Communication: Pitching and Persuasive Presentation
Whole Person Development - Enhancing Competencies in the 21^st Century Workplace

Higher Diploma in Film and Television (Cinematography):

Professional Development / Academic Writing Workshop
Graduation Project for Film, Television and Photography
Professional Workplace Communication: Pitching and Persuasive Presentation
Whole Person Development - Enhancing Competencies in the 21^st Century Workplace

Higher Diploma in Film, Television and Photography (Directing and Scriptwriting):

Professional Development / Academic Writing Workshop
Graduation Project for Film, Television and Photography
Professional Workplace Communication: Pitching and Persuasive Presentation
Whole Person Development - Enhancing Competencies in the 21^st Century Workplace

Higher Diploma in Film, Television and Photography (Photography):

Professional Development / Academic Writing Workshop
Graduation Project for Film, Television and Photography
Professional Workplace Communication: Pitching and Persuasive Presentation
Whole Person Development - Enhancing Competencies in the 21^st Century Workplace

Higher Diploma in Film, Television and Photography (Post-Production):

Professional Development / Academic Writing Workshop
Graduation Project for Film, Television and Photography
Professional Workplace Communication: Pitching and Persuasive Presentation
Whole Person Development - Enhancing Competencies in the 21^st Century Workplace

Industrial Attachment

Tuition Fees

1st Year Tuition Fees (HK$)

$33,310

2nd Year Tuition Fees (HK$)

$33,310

Remarks

The study duration of Higher Diploma programmes is normally 2 years. The tuition fee is payable in two installments each year.
In addition to tuition fees, students will be required to pay other fees, such as caution money and students’ union annual fees. Students of Higher Diploma programmes will be required to pay the study package fees for Chinese & Putonghua modules.
Some students may be required to study bridging modules or enhancement programmes to support their study; or to attend additional training, industrial attachments, public examinations for which separate fees will be charged.
Tuition fees are subject to annual review. The tuition fee levels for 2nd Year will be reviewed subject to inflationary adjustments and other relevant factors.
The information listed above is only applicable to local students.

Other Programmes

Higher Diploma in Architecture, Interior and Landscape Design (Subject Group)

Full-time S6 or above Higher Diploma

Programme Code DE110512

Higher Diploma in Architecture, Interior and Landscape Design (Subject Group)

Full-time S6 or above Higher Diploma

Programme Code DE110512K

Higher Diploma in Architecture, Interior and Landscape Design (Subject Group) (Medium of Instruction: Chinese (Putonghua)) (Landscape Architecture only)

Higher Diploma in Product, Furniture and Jewellery Design (Subject Group)

Full-time S6 or above Higher Diploma

Programme Code DE110513

Higher Diploma in Film, Television and Photography

Programme Advantages

Promising Career Prospects

Vibrant Learning Experiences

Promising Career Prospects

Vibrant Learning Experiences

Basic Information

Programme Stream

Professional Recognition

Entrance Requirements

Articulation / Employment

Curriculum

Tuition Fees

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Higher Diploma in Architecture, Interior and Landscape Design (Subject Group)

Higher Diploma in Architecture, Interior and Landscape Design (Subject Group) (Medium of Instruction: Chinese (Putonghua)) (Landscape Architecture only)

Higher Diploma in Product, Furniture and Jewellery Design (Subject Group)

Higher Diploma in Advertising Design

Higher Diploma in Visual Arts and Culture

Higher Diploma in Animation and Visual Effects