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Diploma in Narrative Cinema Production

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

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Northern Alberta Institute of Technology offers Diploma in Narrative Cinema Production, a diploma in Film & Animation programme in Edmonton, Canada. The programme runs for 2 years, delivered in a hybrid format.

At a glance

Degree: Diploma
Field: Film & Animation
Duration: 2 years
Delivery: Hybrid

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: nait.ca ·

Program details

Overview

Narrative Cinema Production is a two-year diploma program at the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology that trains aspiring filmmakers in the hands-on skills needed for film and television production. The program is delivered in a hybrid format and covers the full production cycle, including story development, script and greenlight strategies for fiction and nonfiction projects, production planning such as scheduling, budgeting and financing, cinematography, and post-production editing. Instruction is led by industry professionals, and students work toward producing professional, long-form content intended for a global marketplace, from initial concept through to final distribution. The program runs full-time with a September intake and is open to international applicants. It suits students seeking a structured pathway into storytelling, cinematography and production roles in the film and television industry.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Direct entry requires Grade 12 Language Arts (English 30-2) and Grade 12 Social Studies (Social 30-2), plus NAIT's institution-wide English Language Proficiency requirement (IELTS Academic 6.0 in each section, TOEFL iBT 4.0 overall with 4.0 in each section, PTE Academic 58, or Duolingo 115 overall with no sub-score under 100, among other listed tests).

Application Details

Start Date: September

About Northern Alberta Institute of Technology

“Discere, Efficere, Praestare”

Type: College
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1962
Students: 18,200
Programs: 129
Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Diploma in Narrative Cinema Production award?

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology awards a Diploma in the field of Film & Animation on completion of this programme.

How long does Diploma in Narrative Cinema Production take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

Can Diploma in Narrative Cinema Production be studied online?

Partly — the programme uses a hybrid format combining online and on-campus study.

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