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The space of any movie is not limited by the frame of image. In fact, it extends far beyond the screen, and the medium giving the life to this hidden world is primarily the sound. The sound is tapping into human imagination, opening the inner potential of images. Thus the sound provokes sort of a revelation of content behind the picture, brings the characters to life, transforms the mere representation into authentic experience.
Film sound is the exciting area of creativity oscillating between use of technology as much as sensitivities implied within audio-visual language.
The aim of the training program is to equip students with the basic knowledge needed in creation of a soundtrack of a film. Students will be navigated trough the areas of acoustics, sound recording and sound post-production as well as through theories related to film language and aesthetics, historical context from the perspective of sound.
Students will be gathering all important communication and practical technical skills under supervision of skilled artists active in the film industry. All students will be participating on the creation of a short movie, going through the collaborative process thus touching all stages of creative work involved in completing a soundtrack for cinema.
For whom the course is intended: People interested to step into film sound practices, any filmmakers wishing to gather theoretical and technical skills in the sound recording and sound postproduction, or just anybody wishing to know more about creative potential of sound in audiovisual media
The one year intensive course Introduction to film sound is designed as a wide encompassing training in all the processes of production and postproduction from the standpoint of a sound designer. The most important learning outcome is the ability to understand fundamental building principles of the film soundtrack including:
- sound /location recording
- dialogue editing
- postproduction techniques
- sound design
Students at the end of the course will accomplish creation of their own portfolio of the audio-visual works, which is essential for the next steps either for further studying or applying for a job in the film sound industry.
THE CREATIVE OUTCOME IN THE INTRODUCTION TO FILM SOUND COURSE:
- specific Location Sound recording exercises
- editing and Sound Design exercises (creation of multichannel Soundscapes)
- mixing exercises
- possibility of creating sound track for directing students’ projects
COURSES, LECTURES, ELECTIVES
Students enrolled in the one year program create their own study plan based on a combination of core courses, optional courses, electives, workshops and projects within their selected track. All courses, seminars and workshops award credits under the ECTS (European Credit Transfer System).
Teachers and mentors in the program include full-time faculty from the eleven degree-granting departments of FAMU, as well as other artists, academics and film professionals as part-time faculty.
As an entry-level course the program is best suited for students interested in attaining a thorough background in a given specialization before pursuing more in-depth studies.
Mandatory seminars and courses provide theoretical background for creative part of the study program. Core courses provide a broader education into both local and film/photography culture, and include classes and seminars in:
1. Film History, Photography History, Theory and Criticism
2. Arts and Culture
FAMU International also provides a wide range of short and intense Friday or weekend workshops (called Modules) that comprise a vital aspect of each student’s educational experience. The program starts in the middle of September and ends by the end of June. Precise dates are given specifically for each year.
Certification:
All students will receive a transcript of completed courses in accordance with the ECTS (European Credit Transfer System). These credits are accepted by and transferable to universities, academies and advanced institutions of higher learning throughout the world.
All students who successfully fulfill the requirements of their study plan will receive a Certificate from FAMU International.
Please note that acceptance into the FAMU International one year Academy Preparation Program does not guarantee admission into further studies at FAMU, however the portfolio of main works completed within the course provides application material expected for most advanced studies of the discipline.
METHOD OF SUBMISSION OF MANDATORY DOCUMENTS:
Uploading all requirements stated in articles 1 – 7 according to the instructions to be seen here.
For the login and password please contact app@famu.cz
Please note that all documents should be named according to this pattern “Your_full_name_APP_2025_name of the assignment” (e. g. “Angelina_Jolie_APP_2025_form” or “Angelina_Jolie_APP_2025_selfportrait) and then uploaded.
TO APPLY, THE PROSPECTIVE STUDENT NEEDS TO SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS AND WORKS:
1. APPLICATION FORM
Download the application form, complete it and e-sign it.
Name the form following the pattern “Your_full_name_APP_2025_form” and upload it. Alternatively, you can print it and fill it in by hand, then scan it, name it appropriately and upload it. The admission to each specialization is equally competitive. Please choose your specialization based on your preference.
Specializations are as follows:
Screenwriting
Directing Fiction
Documentary and Non-fiction
Cinematography
Editing and Creative Post-production
Photography
Animated Film
Introduction to Film Sound
2. CV
Brief description of the applicant’s academic and artistic records. Please also state level of English you speak. Name it “Your_full_name_APP_2025_CV” and upload it.
3. ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS
From all previously attended institutions. (Secondary school transcripts are not necessary for those with higher levels of education.) Name it “Your_full_name_APP_2025_transcript” and upload it.
4. ARTISTIC SAMPLE
Please submit the following, for sound specialization:
a. A short sound composition containing dialogue, sound effects and music. It has to be a story narrated by sound only. It may contain both archive and originally recorded sounds. Mandatory explication with all technical and creative details explained. Length within 1’30” and 2’00” | Upload a .doc with the link for the film and name it “Your_full_name_APP_2025_composition". Sound file must be uploaded on either Vimeo, Youtube or Soundcloud, the file has to be downloadable.
b. Written analysis of a particular Feature film soundtrack with focus on Sound dramaturgy and it’s impact on Storytelling. All categories (dialogues, effects and music) has to be individually discussed. |Upload as a .doc file named “Your_full_name_APP_2025_analysis"
c. A list of digital software (non-linear editing, sound design) you are familiar with and the level of your knowledge (software competence is not required, it is just for information) |Upload as one doc file named “Your_full_name_APP_2025_sw"
5. STATEMENT OF INTENT
A short personal essay on what the applicant expects from her/his studies as well as what the applicant believes they can contribute to the creative and intellectual environment of FAMU, and the reasons they would like to come and study in Prague.
Name it “Your_full_name_APP_2025_intent” and upload it.
6. SELF-PORTRAIT
One minute video self-portrait. Upload on either Vimeo or Youtube in HD (it has to be downloadable), please make a .doc with the link of your self-portrait and name it “Your_full_name_APP_2025_selfportrait” and upload it as previous files.
7. APPLICATION FEE
A scanned certificate of having deposited the application fee of EUR 65 (or CZK equivalent) in the account number provided below must be submitted with every application. Name it “Your_full_name_APP_2025_deposit” and upload it.
The deposit must be EUR 65 exactly, regardless of other banking or transfer fees.
Account owner: AMU – Akademie muzickych umeni v Praze
Bank details: Komercni banka, Malostranske nam. 23, Praha 1, 118 00, Czech Republic
Account number: 19-5373180297/0100
Code: 33-24-023
Swift Code: KOMBCZPP
IBAN format of KB account: CZ 5301000000195373180297
Message for the payee: "your name and surname, 360 33 24 023". Please make sure that the message for the payee is exactly in this format.
CALL FOR APPLICATION FOR THE ACADEMIC YEAR 2025/2026:
- Application deadline: February 28, 2025
- Admission results: March/April 2025
ELIGIBILITY:
Minimum 18 years of age, with completed secondary school education
TERMS OF ACADEMIC YEAR 2025/2026:
Start of the orientation week: September 15, 2025
End of the second semester: June 30, 2026
ACCOMMODATION, HEALTH INSURANCE AND VISA:
Not provided by FAMU. These are the responsibility of the student. FAMU provides accepted students with an Acceptance letter which serves as one of the required visa application documents.
ACADEMY PREPARATION PROGRAM YEARLY FEES:
all including 21% VAT
Screenwriting
EUR 10,700
Directing Fiction
EUR 23,490
Documentary and non-fiction
EUR 18,490
Cinematography
EUR 21,990
Editing and Creative postproduction
EUR 14,990
Photography
EUR 9,990
Animated Film
EUR 16,990
Introduction to Film Sound
EUR 11,990
The production of major Workshop Projects is covered by the tuition fee paid for the program.
IMPORTANT PAYMENT NOTICE:
Please note that if you would like to pay in two installments – for each semester separately, a surcharge of EUR 80 including VAT applies to the fee for each semester.
Terms of payment and refund:
Students may not enroll unless the fees for the coming term are paid in full or the Office has received written confirmation that grants or loans are forthcoming. Fees should be paid through bank transfer.
Checks should be made payable to:
Account owner: AMU – Akademie múzických umění v Praze
Bank: Komerční banka, Malostranské nám. 23, Praha 1, 118 00, Czech Republic
Account number: 19-5373180297/0100
Code: 33-24-023
Swift Code: KOMBCZPP
IBAN format of KB account: CZ 5301000000195373180297
Message for the payee: "your name and surname, 360 33 24 023". Please make sure that the message for the payee is exactly in this format.
Faculty reserves the right to not to give a personal feedback, comment or consult submitted works or provide further instructions how to improve in the case of rejection.