VU
Virtual University of Pakistan
Federal Government University

Diploma in Television Production (1 year program)

Introduction

The key feature of Diploma in Television Production would be to bring top notch performers and technicians of television industry in forefront for imparting theoretical knowledge strongly backed by their wide expertise of the field. The diploma program is expected to be a great area of interest in general for students of Mass Communication who are aspiring to have bright future in electronic media and in particular to working professionals who intend to improve their qualification within their tough work routine. Having a full-fledged developed set-up of TV station for the hands on training of the students, Virtual University’s diploma program would have an edge over other Universities PGD programs with reference to providing a sound field exposure to its prospect students.

Objectives

The objectives of Diploma Television Production are to

  • Prepare professionals for TV channels and production houses;

  • Provide the learners an understanding of Script Writing and Direction;

  • Provide an opportunity to the professionals for improving their qualification & skills;

  • Make the learners aware of various techniques of Camera handling;

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor’s / Associate degree from a recognized university/ institute in any discipline with at least 45% marks or CGPA 2.00 out of 4.

However, Candidates having 33% ~44% marks will be eligible for admission after the successful completion of “Zero  Semester”.

Assessment Criteria

The students’ study progress evaluation mechanism is based on continuous assessment throughout the semester by giving assignments, on-line quizzes, Graded Discussion Boards (GDB), mid-term and final term exams. The mid-term and final term exams are conducted at VU’s designated centers and usually count for 80 to 85% of the total marks for a course.

Award of Degree

To be eligible for the award of Diploma in TV Production, students are required to complete course work program of at least 30 credit hours with a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.00 out of 4.

Project / Internship / Practicals

Final project will either be a documentary or a short telefilm produced by students. For this purpose, students will be engaged in idea conception, scriptwriting, shooting videos and finally going through post production stages before submitting their finalized product. It would be a group activity and two to three students may join together to make a group. A panel comprising upon professionals of VUTV and members from academic staff would evaluate the final projects of the students.

Scheme of Study

Total Credit Hours 31
Total Semesters 2
Duration 1 Year


Diploma (Diploma in Television Production)
Semester No. 1
Course Code Title Type Pre Requisite Credit Hours Specialization
MCD401 Camera basics, principles and practices Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MCD402 Lighting for TV Production Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MCD501 TV Direction Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MCD502 Script Writing Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MCD504 Acting and Performance Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
VU001 Introduction to e-Learning Required 1 (Theory:1, Practical:0)
 
Semester No. 2
Course Code Title Type Pre Requisite Credit Hours Specialization
MCD620 Final Project Required 6 (Theory:6, Practical:0)
MCD403 Music Production Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MCD404 Audio-Visual Editing Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
MCD503 TV News and Current Affairs Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
 


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