Introduction to the Program

Knowing the ins and outs of Film and Photography, from their origins to the present day, is at your fingertips with this 100% online Postgraduate certificate"

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The origin of photography marked a before and after in history. The possibility of being able to capture with total veracity what was happening at a given moment and in great detail was a great social advance, driven, later, by the invention and development of cinema. Over the years these two techniques acquired a more modern nuance with the arrival of color, portability, the evolution of computers and the possibilities that arose around it, such as editing and special effects, aspects that have shaped what exists today.

However, understanding the importance of film and photography today is not possible without knowing its origin and evolution. In its commitment to offer a wide and varied academic and cultural offer, this Postgraduate certificate in Film and Photography is a response to the demand for a degree that includes  the most complete and comprehensive content on the development of these two art forms in its program.

It is a journey through the history of film and photography through a 100% online academic experience, designed by experts in the area and focused on the cultural enrichment of the graduate. In addition, the availability of the syllabus from the beginning of the Postgraduate certificate will allow you to organize the 12 weeks 
that  this program runs for  so that you can get the most out of it.

In the Virtual Classroom you will find additional high quality material in audiovisual format with which you will be able to contextualize the syllabus and delve deeper into its different sections"

This Postgraduate certificate in Film and Photography contains the most complete and up-to-date educational program on the market. The most important features include: 

  • Practical cases presented by experts in Art History
  • The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
  • Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
  • Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
  • Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
  • Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

After passing this program you will know in detail the ins and outs of photography and you will be able to distinguish with total security the main artistic movements linked to it"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the industry who contribute their work experience to this program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year For this purpose, the students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

Can you identify the fathers of photography? With this course you will delve into its origins and the first techniques used"

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Learn about the origin of film and the first cinematographic movements with TECH and this Postgraduate certificate"

Syllabus

For the structuring of this Postgraduate certificate, TECH and its group of experts have conducted an exhaustive research in the main sources of information related to film and photography, with the aim of compiling the best theoretical content. But that's not all, since one of the aspects that defends the pedagogical methodology of this university is the use of complementary material in different formats, so in the Virtual Classroom the graduate will find  videos, photographs, research articles and complementary readings with which they  can contextualize the content and expand each section that they consider most relevant.

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This and all TECH programs have been designed following the relearning methodology, so that you don't have to spend hours memorizing concepts"

Module 1. Film History

1.1. The Origins of Cinema First Cinematographic Movements

1.1.1. The Group of Pioneers
1.1.2. Georges Melié's Films
1.1.3. The Brighton School
1.1.4. Fil d’Art
1.1.5. Kolosal Movement

1.2. The Articulation of Cinematographic Language The Splendor of Silent Film

1.2.1. Towards a Cinematographic Language: David W. Griffith
1.2.2. German Expressionist Cinema
1.2.3. Soviet Revolutionary Cinema

1.3. Classic Hollywood Cinema I

1.3.1. The Study System
1.3.2. Hollywood Stars
1.3.3. Hollywood: Genre Factory
1.3.4. The Theory of Film Genres

1.4. Classic Hollywood Cinema II

1.4.1. Genres in Classical American Cinema: Drama, Comedy, Film Noir

1.5. Classic Hollywood Cinema III

1.5.1. Genres in Classic American Cinema: Thrillers, Westerns, War Films, Musicals, etc.
1.5.2. The Evolution of Genres

1.6. European Cinema after World War II

1.6.1. The Crisis of the Classical Model: Historical Context. Neorealism
1.6.2. The New Film Movements: French New Wave 
1.6.3. The Film Movements: Free Cinema

1.7. Classical and Modern Vanguards

1.7.1. Experimental Film
1.7.2. Expressionism, Dadaism, Surrealism
1.7.3. Study Cases

1.8. The Survival and Decline of the Classics The New Hollywood

1.8.1. European Contributions to American Cinema
1.8.2. Authors and Films

1.9. Other Film Movements of the Contemporary Era

1.9.1. British Social Realism
1.9.2. Dogma Movement
1.9.3. Film D'auteur

1.10. Technology and aesthetic: Cinema in the audiovisual age

1.10.1. The Advent of Digital Film
1.10.2. Case Studies

Module 2. History of Photography

2.1. The Beginnings of Photography

2.1.1. Introduction
2.1.2. The camera obscura
2.1.3. Niépce: the invention of photoengraving and photography

2.2. Niépce and Daguerre

2.2.1. Louis Daguerre
2.2.2. The Physautotype of Niépce and Daguerre
2.2.3. Isidore, the son of Niépce

2.3. Other father of photography

2.3.1. William Fox Talbot and the calotype
2.3.2. Hippolythe Bayard, John Herschel and Hippolyte Fizeau
2.3.3. Claude Félix Abel Niépce de Saint Victor and Frederick Scott Archer
2.3.4. Richard Maddox and Charles Bennet

2.4. The introduction of color

2.4.1. Introduction
2.4.2. Anna Atkins and cyanotype
2.4.3. The Lumière brothers, linked to cinema

2.5. The position of the artists, art critics and photographers in face of the rise of photography

2.5.1. Introduction
2.5.2. The position of painter Delacroix
2.5.3. Edgar Degas and other artists use photography
2.5.4. Man Ray

2.6. Photographic portraits

2.6.1. Introduction
2.6.2. Nadar
2.6.3. Julia Margaret Cameron

2.7. Nièpce’s procedure in the history of Photography

2.7.1. Introduction
2.7.2. The Lithophotography of Barreswill, Davanne, Lemercier and Lerebours
2.7.3. The heliographic engraving of Charles Nègre
2.7.4. Édouard Denis Baldu
2.7.5. The invention of the plot
2.7.6. The similigraphy
2.7.7. The zincography

2.8. Photography as Art

2.8.1. Introduction
2.8.2. Peter Henry Emerson and Henry Peach Robinson
2.8.3. Edward Steichen, Alfred Stieglitz and José Ortiz Echagüe

2.9. End of the Century XIX and XX in Photography

2.9.1. Introduction
2.9.2. Documentary Photography and documentary
2.9.3. Travel a social photography

2.10. The Vanguards 

2.10.1. Photographic dadaism 
2.10.2. Surrealism in photography
2.10.3. Futuristic photography

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The best opportunity to know in detail the classic American and European films is just a click away. Enroll now and start the Postgraduate certificate that will open the doors to the cultural and professional improvement you are looking for"

Postgraduate Certificate in Film and Photography

Explore the fascinating world of film and photography with the online Postgraduate Certificate in Film and Photography, offered by the prestigious Faculty of Humanities at TECH Global University. Are you ready to unleash your creativity and capture stories through the lens? Immerse yourself in an exciting journey where you will develop cutting-edge filmmaking and photography skills. Become an expert in visual storytelling and gain solid skills in cinematography, lighting, composition, editing and much more. Can you imagine being able to convey emotions through your images? During the program, you'll explore a variety of film genres and advanced photography techniques. From auteur to documentary, from portrait to landscape photography, you'll have the opportunity to experiment and find your own style. Are you passionate about capturing unique moments and telling visually stunning stories? Our teaching team is made up of renowned professionals who will guide you through the entire learning process. You will learn from industry-renowned filmmakers and photographers who will share their experiences to help you become a professional.

The next step is in your hands!

The next step is in your hands!

At the end of this program, you will receive an internationally recognised university certificate, endorsed by TECH Global University, which will validate your skills and knowledge in film and photography. Would you like to have a credential that will open doors in the audiovisual world? Studying at TECH Global University is an incredible opportunity. With our state-of-the-art technological resources, you will be immersed in an inspiring environment that will enhance your creativity and prepare you for the demanding world of work. Upon completion of the program, you will be able to work in a variety of professional fields. You will be able to work as a director of photography, professional photographer, video editor, audiovisual producer, among others. Don't miss out on the opportunity to explore your passion for film and photography - enrol in the Postgraduate Certificate in Film and Photography program at TECH Global University and start building your future today."