Bachelor of Arts (Film, Television and New Media Production)- BAFTNMP

The Bachelor of Arts (Film, Television and New Media Production) – BAFTNMP program at KES Shroff College, launched in 2008, is designed to meet the evolving demands of the entertainment and media industry. This three-year undergraduate program provides a comprehensive education in film production, television broadcasting, and new media technologies. The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills, preparing students for successful careers in the dynamic field of film, television, and digital media.

Why Choose KES Shroff College for BAFTNMP?

  1. Industry-Relevant Curriculum: Our program is designed to align with the latest trends and demands of the film, television, and new media industry, ensuring students acquire relevant and up-to-date skills.
  2. Hands-On Experience: Through practical projects, internships, and workshops, students gain invaluable hands-on experience, making them job-ready upon graduation.
  3. Experienced Faculty: Benefit from the expertise of faculty members who bring both academic knowledge and real-world industry experience to the classroom.
  4. State-of-the-Art Facilities: Utilize cutting-edge production studios and editing suites that provide a professional environment for learning and creativity.
  5. Career Support: Our dedicated placement cell helps students connect with top production houses, TV channels, digital media platforms, and film studios, providing guidance and support throughout the job search process.
  6. Holistic Development: We emphasize the development of not only technical skills but also soft skills such as communication, teamwork, and leadership, preparing students to excel in diverse roles.

The BAFTNMP program at KES Shroff College prepares students to meet the demands of the rapidly evolving media industry. Here’s how our program helps students achieve the best:

  • In-Demand Skills: Students graduate with a strong command of film making, television production, and new media technologies, making them highly attractive to employers.
  • Professional Network: Industry connections and alumni network provide students with mentorship and job opportunities.
  • Creative Innovation: Opportunities to engage in creative projects and research help students stay ahead of industry trends and contribute to innovative media solutions.
  • Global Opportunities: The comprehensive training provided opens doors to global career opportunities in diverse media and entertainment sectors.

Join the BAFTNMP program at KES Shroff College to embark on a path to becoming a media professional, equipped with the knowledge and skills to thrive in the dynamic world of film, television, and new media production.

PEO1: To have a strong multidisciplinary academic foundation of various social, economic, political, environmental, and psychological issues.
PEO2: To integrate theory and research through deliberations on practical applications of concepts.
PEO3: To have a sharpened ability to converse critically and innovatively about real life issues.
PEO4: To be able to demonstrate skill sets as per industry requirements in respective fields.
PEO5: To be able to engage in discussion and reflect human values.
PEO6: To be able to synthesize aesthetic, social and cultural domains of knowledge.

After completing the programme, students will be able to
PO1: Disciplinary knowledge- Demonstrate multi-disciplinary knowledge and understanding of various socio, economic, political, psychological, linguistic and environmental disciplines.
PO2: Communication Skills – Demonstrate the ability to listen carefully and express themselves confidently in a clear and concise manner, thereby leading to meaningful exchange of thoughts/ ideas with various sections of the society.
PO3: Critical thinking & Reflective Thinking – Critically evaluate and reflect upon practices, policies and theories and formulate coherent thoughts for real-world application.
PO4: Problem solving, Scientific and Analytical reasoning- Analyze, interpret, and draw conclusions from qualitative/quantitative data and Apply the concepts / learning in socio, economic, political, psychological, linguistic, and environmental disciplines to analyse and address real life problems situations as open minded and rational citizens.
PO5: Research-related skills and Lifelong learning- Develop the skills of observing, inquiry, questioning, problematizing, synthesizing, articulating, and establishing cause and effect in one or more humanities discipline and real-life situations which are necessary for learning throughout life.
PO6: Cooperation/Teamwork & Leadership readiness/qualities –Develop the values of cooperation, coordination, teamwork, respect, understanding and tolerance across different and globally diverse groups and aspire for an inclusive society for the betterment of all by challenging the challenges.
PO7: Information/digital literacy – Access and use Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in various learning experience; use appropriate digital mediums/software for gathering, storing, and disseminating information in a simplified way

PO8: Self-directed learning – Set simple, measurable, attainable, realistic, and timebound goals for one-self and work in that direction to achieve them.

PO9: Multicultural competence- Appreciate diversity of language, norms, values, and beliefs of multiple cultures at regional, local, national and global levels making them capable to integrate and engage in a multiculturally diverse society.
PO10: Moral and ethical awareness/reasoning – Embrace moral and ethical values in conducting one’s life, formulate a position/argument about an ethical issue from multiple perspectives, use ethical practices in all work and research avoiding fabrication, falsification, or plagiarism

A Bachelor of Arts (Film, Television, and New Media Production) – BAFTNMP degree from KES Shroff College opens up a world of exciting career opportunities across various media and entertainment sectors. Our graduates are well-equipped with the skills and knowledge required to thrive in the fast-paced media industry. Here are some of the career paths available to our graduates:

1. Film Director:

  • Lead the creative process of film production, from script to screen.
  • Oversee casting, shooting, editing, and final production.

2. Television Producer:

  • Manage and coordinate all aspects of television production.
  • Work on developing concepts, managing budgets, and overseeing production teams.

3. Screenwriter:

  • Write scripts for films, television shows, and web series.
  • Develop storylines, characters, and dialogues.

4. Cinematographer:

  • Responsible for capturing the visual elements of a film or TV show.
  • Work closely with the director to achieve the desired look and feel.

5. Video Editor:

  • Edit raw footage into polished video content.
  • Work on films, television programs, commercials, and online videos.

6. Sound Designer:

  • Create and integrate audio elements into film, television, and new media productions.
  • Work on sound effects, dialogue, and music to enhance the viewer’s experience.

7. New Media Content Creator:

  • Develop and produce content for digital platforms such as YouTube, Instagram, and other social media channels.
  • Utilize storytelling and multimedia skills to engage audiences online.

8. Film/TV Production Manager:

  • Oversee the logistical aspects of production, including scheduling, budgeting, and resource management.
  • Ensure productions run smoothly and efficiently.

9. Documentary Filmmaker:

  • Research, shoot, and edit documentaries on various topics.
  • Tell real-life stories that inform, educate, and inspire audiences.

10. Digital Media Specialist:

  • Create and manage digital content for websites, social media, and other online platforms.
  • Focus on digital storytelling, audience engagement, and content strategy.

SEMESTER 1


Major

  • History of Cinema
  • Mobile Film- making

Minor

  • ……

Generic/ Open Elective Courses (Any one)

  • Principles of Management and Marketing
  • Introduction to Finance


Vocational and Skill Enhancement Courses 

  • Basics of Photography
  • Computers Application and Graphic Designing


Ability Enhancement Courses (Any one)

  • Professional Communication

Value Education Courses

  • Foundation Course

Indian Knowledge System

  • Classical or Regional Literatures
  • Ethics and Sociological orders

Co-Curricular (Any One)

  • NSS STUDIES I
  • NCC STUDIES-I
  • Life-long learning and extension- I
  • Introduction to Indian Performing Arts – I
  • Yoga Education – I
  • Sports and fitness Studies – I 
  • Green Credit Paper-I

SEMESTER 2


Major

  • Basics of Cinematography
  • Documentary Filmmaking
  • Writing for Visual Media

Minor(Any One)

  • ……

Generic/ Open Elective Courses (Any one)

  • Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Media
  • Cyber Laws and IPR


Vocational and Skill Enhancement Courses 

  • Basics of Post Production
  • Basics of Soun


Ability Enhancement Courses (Any one)

  • Group Communication

Value Education Courses

  • Environmental Studies

Co-Curricular (Any One)

  • NSS STUDIES II
  • NCC STUDIES-II
  • Life-long learning and extension- II
  • Introduction to Indian Performing Arts – II
  • Yoga Education – II
  • Sports and fitness Studies – II 
  • Green Credit Paper-II

Exit option: Award of UG Certificate in Major with 40-44 credits and an additional 4 credits core NSQF course/ Internship OR Continue with Major and Minor

SEMESTER 3


Major

  • Introduction to Direction for Television: Fiction and Reality
  • Screenplay Writing & Marketing
  • Postproduction in Advanced Editing

Minor

Generic/ Open Elective Courses (Any one)

  • Event Management
  • Introduction to Indian Constitution


Vocational and Skill Enhancement Courses 

  • Theatre and Acting


Ability Enhancement Courses (Any one)

  • Madhyakalin Evam Adhunik Hindi
  • Marathi- II
  • Gujarati- II

Field Projects

  • Field Project on Ad Film Making (Practical)

Co-Curricular (Any One)

  • NSS: III
  • NCC: III
  • DLLE: III 
  • Cultural Activities (Fine/ Applied/ Visual/ Performing Arts) 
  • Yoga Education III
  • Sports and fitness III
  • Green Credit Paper-III

SEMESTER 4


Major

  • Advanced Cinematography
  • Post Production in Video Graphics
  • Sound Design and SFX

Minor

  • ……

Generic/ Open Elective Courses (Any one)

  • Swayam (Students will receive a list of Swayam courses outside their core faculty from which they are required to complete any one course by the end of the fourth semester)


Vocational and Skill Enhancement Courses 

  • Short Film Making (Practical)


Ability Enhancement Courses (Any one)

  • Vyavharik Hindi 
  • Marathi- II
  • Gujarati- II

Field Projects

  • Foundations of Community Engagement Project

Co-Curricular (Any One)

  • NSS: IV
  • NCC: IV
  • DLLE: IV 
  • Cultural Activities (Fine/ Applied/ Visual/ Performing Arts) 
  • Yoga Education IV
  • Sports and fitness IV 
  • Green Credit Paper-IV

Exit option: Award of UG Certificate in Major with 80-88 credits and an additional 4 credits core NSQF course/ Internship OR Continue with Major and Minor

SEMESTER 5(Non NEP)


Major
Laws related to Films, TV and Internet
New Media Theory and Practice
Overview of Production Management
Marketing & Publicity Design for Films & TV
Music Video Filmmaking (5-8 mins)
Discipline Specific Elective (DSE)
Film Studies and Contemporary Hindi Cinema
Media Research

SEMESTER 6(Non NEP)


Major
Indie Production(30-45 mins Film, & Black Book Project)

SEMESTER 7


Major

  • ……
  • …..
  • …..

Minor

  • …..

Generic/ Open Elective Courses (Any one)

  • …..
  • …..


Vocational and Skill Enhancement Courses 

  • …..


Ability Enhancement Courses (Any one)

  • …..
  • …..
  • …..

Field Projects

  • …..

SEMESTER 8


Major

  • …..
  • …..
  • …..

Minor

  • …..

Generic/ Open Elective Courses (Any one)

  • …..
  • …..


Vocational and Skill Enhancement Courses 

  • …..


Ability Enhancement Courses (Any one)

  • …..
  • …..
  • …..

Community Engagement Program

  • …..

The admission procedure usually starts in June after the results of class X/XII/Degree college are declared.

  • Fill the Pre-enrollment form of the University of Mumbai through the University portal https://muadmission.samarth.edu.in/
  • Choose the Autonomous option for your desired program to secure admission at KES Shroff College.
  • Fill College online admission form on www.kessc.edu.in
  • Upload a copy of the pre-enrollment form, HSC mark sheet/digital result, caste/reservation certificate if applicable, and E-Suvidha ticket.
  • On the declaration of merit list (first then second and then third if required), pay the fees along with submission of the documents such as Undertaking regarding admission confirmation, SSC(X mark sheet), HSC, Leaving Certificate, Adhar card, scanned copy of Cheque book leaflet/bank account details and transfer certificate in case the student is from outside Maharashtra.
  • For Programmes running under AICTE the MH-CET scorecard is a must.
  • For further details and to know more about the college visit www.kessc.edu.in

Eligibility for FY BAFTNMP

  • A candidate for being eligible for admission to the three year degree programme of Bachelor of Arts must have passed the Higher Secondary School Certificate (Std. XII) examination conducted by the different Divisional Boards of the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education with the following subjects: –
    1. English
    2. Any one of the Modern Indian Languages or Modern Foreign Languages or any classical Language or Information Technology.
    3. Any four subjects carrying 100 marks each.
  • OR
    Must have passed the Higher Secondary School Certificate (Std. XII) examination with vocational subject conducted by the different Divisional Boards of the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education with the following subjects: –
    1. English
    2. Any one vocational subject carrying 200 marks prescribed by the Board from time to time.
    3. Any three subjects carrying 100 marks each.
  • OR
    Must have passed an examination of another University or Body Recognized as equivalent thereto.

Eligibility for SY BAFTNMP

  • A candidate is eligible to take admission to second year provided he/she passed FIRST YEAR examinations or is Allowed To Keep Terms(ATKT) before/after supplementary exams.

Eligibility for TY BAFTNMP 

  • A candidate is eligible to take admission to Third year provided he/she passed SECOND YEAR examinations or allowed to keep terms before/after supplementary exams.

Total no. of Seats: 40

Reservation of Seats: Reservations are as per the Government policy.

Fees: As prescribed by the University of Mumbai. The details have been mentioned on the college Notice board and the College website http://www. www.kessc.edu.in

Duration of Programme: 8 Semesters spread over 4 years.

Enforcement of Attendance:

Our college is a pioneer institute in introducing the computerized attendance system. The computerized defaulters’ lists are displayed division wise regularly at the end of every month on the Students Notice Board. The students failing to fulfill the required attendance shall be DETAINED and shall not be permitted to take the Annual / Board examination. Warning letters from the Principal are sent to parents of the defaulting students. The letters are given to the concerned students by the class teachers in the classrooms. The students must hand over these warning letters to the parents. Students should note that fulfilling the attendance requirement alone will not qualify them to appear for the examination. Their academic performance should also be to the satisfaction of the principal.

General Rules & Regulations:

  1. Every student should obtain an ID card and show at the entry
  2. Students should not loiter in the corridors when the lectures are engaged
  3. Giving proxy attendance is a serious act of indiscipline
  4. Students applying for certificates/testimonials and attestation should first contact the college office
  5. Ragging is strictly prohibited on the college premises
  6. The use of mobile phones inside the college is strictly prohibited. If caught using a cell phone it is confiscated for a period of 1 year

Punitive Measures:

  1. Warning
  2. Cancellation of admission
  3. Refusal to grant admission in future
  4. Withholding or withdrawing of University exam form
  5. Expulsion / rustication from college
  6. Fine not exceeding Rs. 300
  7. Non-refund of fees and deposits
  8. Suspension for a specified period