ISIAP × ISECM · PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE

Professional Certificate in Theatre & Film Directing

From stage to screen, develop your directing language.

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Theatre & Film Directing

This six-month professional certificate programme is jointly offered by ISIAP and ISECM for learners who wish to strengthen directing methods across theatre, film, actor direction, mise-en-scène, screen language and visual storytelling.

ISIAP × ISECM
Jointly offered by ISIAP and ISECM.
These professional certificate programmes are jointly delivered by ISIAP — Institut Supérieur International des Arts de Paris and ISECM — Institut Supérieur Européen du Cinéma et des Médias.

Course Information

Joint Institutions: ISIAP × ISECM
Certificate: Joint Professional Certificate
Duration: 6 months
Tuition: €3,600
Scholarship: €500 reduction for applications submitted before 1 July
Languages: Chinese / English / French / Spanish
Study Modes: Online / Hybrid / On-site

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Core Modules

  • Directing Foundations: Theatre, Film and Performance Language
  • Script Analysis, Dramaturgy and Scene Interpretation
  • Actor Direction, Rehearsal Methods and Performance Blocking
  • Screen Language, Shot Design and Visual Storytelling
  • Stage Space, Movement, Rhythm and Performance Composition
  • Short Directing Project: Scene, Film or Performance Work
  • Director’s Statement, Production Dossier and Final Presentation

Learning Outcomes

Creative Method

Develop a structured approach to creative practice, project preparation and professional presentation.

Portfolio Development

Produce a final project dossier, portfolio element or creative project aligned with the certificate pathway.

Professional Communication

Present ideas, methods and outcomes in a clear professional format for academic or creative review.

Certificate Notice. This professional certificate is jointly offered by ISIAP and ISECM. It is a short professional development certificate and does not imply the award of a French national degree, RNCP certification, regulated professional qualification or state-recognised teaching/directing licence unless expressly stated.