One of the most lucrative courses to study in Kenya is film production.

Having basic film production skills will guarantee you a lucrative job in Kenya’s thriving film industry, which has expanded drastically in recent years.

Having said that, this article contains a list of universities offering film production in Kenya, as well as entry requirements for film production courses.

Universities offering film production in Kenya

There are a few universities in Kenya that offer film production courses, including Multimedia University Kenyatta University, Moi University, and Mount Kenya University, among others.

So, here is a list of the best universities in Kenya that offer film production courses, along with more information about the courses:

Multimedia University of Kenya

Multimedia University of Kenya is a cutting-edge public university known for its emphasis on technology and communication.

Under the faculty of media and communication, it offers a variety of courses, including a diploma and a bachelor’s degree in film production.

So, here’s what you should know about the film production courses:

1. Course name: Diploma in film production

Minimum entry requirements:

A KCSE mean grade of C (plain), with at least a C (plain) in English or Kiswahili or a certificate in mass communication or its equivalent from a recognized institution

Course duration: 2 ½ years

Fees: Kshs. 45,000 per semester

2. Course name: Bachelor of Film Production and Animation

Minimum entry requirements:

KCSE mean grade of C+ (plus) or its equivalent, as well as a C+ (plus) in English and Kiswahili.

Furthermore , if you have a diploma in film production with at least a credit pass from a recognized institution, you are eligible to join in 2^nd year.

Course duration: 4 years

Fees: Kshs. 77,500 per semester

How to apply

The best way to apply is through the KUCCPS portal once it’s open for applications.

Otherwise, you can apply as a self-sponsored student through their online application portal or in person at the university.

How to contact Multimedia University

Telephone no.: Call 020 725 2000

Email address: Write to info@mmu.ac.ke

Kenyatta University (KU)

Kenyatta University is also a good place to study film production. It offers a certificate, diploma, bachelor’s degree, and even a master’s degree in film and theatre arts.

Their full details is as follows:

1. Course name: Certificate in Film and Theatre Arts

Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of C- (minus) or its equivalent

Additionally, proof of prior participation, experience, or involvement in film or theatre arts will be an added advantage.

Course duration: 1 year

Fees: Kshs. 65,325 per academic year

2. Course name: Diploma in Film and Theatre Arts

Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of C (plain) or its equivalent, or certificate in theatre arts or mass communication from a recognized institution

Course duration: 3 years

Fees: Kshs. 82,000 per academic year

3. Course name: Bachelor of Film and Theatre Arts

Minimum entry requirements:

KCSE mean grade of C+ (plus) with at least a C+ (plus) in English or Kiswahili, or a diploma in film, mass communication, or theatre arts plus a C (plain) at KCSE.

Course duration: 4 years

Fees: Kshs. 204,000 per academic year

4. Course name: Master of Arts in Film and Theatre Arts

Minimum entry requirements:

You must have a bachelor’s degree in theatre arts and film studies, or a bachelor’s degree in journalism or mass communication, with at least upper second-class honours.

Course duration: 2 years

Fees: Kshs. 147,500 per academic year

How to apply

If you want government funding for fees, apply through the KUCCPS portal; otherwise, apply directly to the university.

Apply online by clicking here.

KU contacts

Telephone no.: +254 20 870 3200, +254 20 870 3000, +254 20 870 4000, or +254 871 0901

Email: info@ku.ac.ke

Moi University

At Moi University, they offer a bachelor of arts in film and television, as follows:

Course name: Bachelor of Arts (Film and Television)

Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of C+ (plus) or its equivalent

In addition, you must have at least a C+ (plus) in the following cluster subjects:

• English
• Kiswahili
• Mathematics
• French/Music/Art & Design

Alternatively, if you have a diploma in a relevant field, such as journalism, literature, performing arts, or communication studies from a recognized institution, you may be admitted to the program.

Course duration: 4 years

Fees: Kshs. 153,000 per academic year

How to apply

You can apply through the KUCCPS portal (as a government-sponsored student) or directly to the school as a self-sponsored student via the school’s online application portal.

Moi University contacts

Phone no.: 0790 940 508 or 0736 138 770

Email: info@mu.ac.ke

Other universities offering film production in Kenya

Mount Kenya University (MKU)

Mount Kenya University is a good option if you want to study film production at a private university.

The course’s details are as follows:

Course name: Bachelor of Arts in Film Production and Animation

Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of C+ (plus), with at least a C+ (plus) in either English or Kiswahili/Art & Design/Drawing & Design, or a diploma in film studies from a recognized institution.

Course duration: 4 years (8 semesters)

Fees: Kshs. 60,000 per semester

How to apply

Apply through KUCCPS (when the portal is open for applications) or click here to apply online.

MKU contacts

Phone no.: 0709 153 000

Email: info@mku.ac.ke

KCA University

KCA University is yet another private university that offers certificate, diploma, and degree programs in film technology.

Below is their full details:

1. Course name: Certificate in Film Technology

Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of D+ (plus)

Course duration: 1 year

Fees: Kshs.60,160 per academic year

2. Course name: Diploma in Film Production

Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of C- (minus)

Course duration: 2 years (6 trimesters)

Fees:

Trimester 1: Kshs. 48,580

Trimester 2: Kshs. 46,580

Trimester 3: Kshs. 46,580

Trimester 4: Kshs. 46,580

Trimester 5: Kshs. 40,700

Trimester 6: Kshs. 10,000 (Industrial attachment)

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3. Course name: Bachelor of Arts in Film Technology and Performing Arts

Minimum entry requirements:

KCSE mean grade of C Plus (C+), or diploma in film studies/theatre, journalism /mass communication or any other related course from a recognized institution

Course duration: 3 years (9 semesters)

Fees: Kshs. 65,895 per trimester

How to apply

Apply directly to the university via their website or in person at the university.

Alternatively, you can apply through the KUCCPS portal (if you want to benefit from government loans—HELB loans).

KCA University contacts

Phone no.: 0709 813 800

Email: kca@kcau.ac.ke

USIU (United States International University)

Course name: Bachelor of Arts in Film Production and Directing

Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of C+ (plus)

Course duration: 4 years

Fees: Kshs. 167,300 per academic year

How to apply

You will have to apply directly to USIU, either in person or online through their website.

USIU contacts

Phone no.:  0730 116 733, 0730 116 729 or 0730 116 703

Email: admit@usiu.ac.ke or bafpd@usiu.ac.ke

Film production career opportunities

For the record, the film industry has been steadily expanding, offering a wide range of career opportunities to those interested in film production.

The following are some potential career paths film production in Kenya:

• Film director
• Film producer
• Film editor
• Sound technician
• Lighting technician
• Animator
• Director of photography
• Script writer
• Film researcher

Universities offering film production in Kenya – Final word

As we wrap up, there is a list of universities that offer film production courses, with Multimedia University being the best public university for the program.

So, apply for the course at any of the universities listed above and get your career started.

Best of luck!

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Film production courses in Kenya: All you need to know

Is film production marketable in Kenya?

The short answer is Yes.

You see, with the explosion of video especially online, people with skills in film production(from developing story ideas to camera work to editing and everything that is involved in between) are in huge demand.

I know this might sound weird but it is the truth- you cannot go hungry if you know where to market your skills as a video/film producer.

From helping people with YouTube channels to produce their stories to working with film production companies in Kenya like Insignia Productions, there is no shortage of opportunities for you.

Heck- you can even become a freelancer on international freelancing platforms such as UpWork (like these guys) if you find the film industry in Kenya a tough nut to crack.

Don’t forget that Film production courses teach you nearly all professional skills you need to be competitive in jobs such as cinematography(camera work), sound operation, video/film editing, animation and even graphics.

So, which film production courses in Kenya can you pursue to get the in-demand skills?

Below is a list of these courses, their minimum entry requirements, and colleges/universities offering them:

A list of Film production courses in Kenya and where to study

Diploma in Film and Production

Option 1: Diploma in Film/Video Programs Production(camera option)

Option 2: Diploma in Film/Video Programs Production(sound option)

Institution offering the course: Kenya Institute of Mass Communication

Minimum entry requirements

KCSE mean grade: C

Additional requirements

C plain in English / Kiswahili plus a similar grade(C) in any other 2(two) subjects

Also accepted: Holders of a Certificate in Mass Communication(or its equivalent) from any recognized institution

Course duration: 2 years

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Film & Television Production Diploma

The Film and TV Production course will prepare you to craft and produce original stories that captures the attention of global audiences using a range of cinematic tools.

In essence, you will become technically as well as aesthetically proficient in every area of film and TV production – training is through project-based collaborations and you will create a diversified portfolio comprising comedies, music videos, commercials, documentaries and more.

Institution offering the course: Africa Digital Media Institute(ADMI Africa)

Minimum entry requirements

KCSE mean grade: C-

Additional requirements-None

Course duration: 2 academic years (5 semesters)

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Diploma in Film & Production

Institution offering the course: Multimedia university of Kenya

Minimum entry requirements

KCSE mean grade: C

Additional requirements

C plain in English / Kiswahili

Also accepted: Holders of a Certificate in Mass Communication(or its equivalent) from any recognized institution

Course duration: 2 ½ years

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Colleges offering film production in Kenya

Here now is a list of other colleges that offer film production in Kenya.

Kenya Film School

This is government owned and it is a very good school when it comes to film training in Kenya.

Contact details

Location: Moi International Sport Centre, Kasarani

Call:  0773 541512

Website: https://www.kenyafilmschool.go.ke/

Shang Tao Media Art College

Location:  Utalii St, Nairobi

Call: 0722 624354

African Film & Television Talent Training Institute

Location: Maendeleo House, Nairobi

Call: 0729 653209

Ovotox International College(O.i.C)

Location: Haven Court, Waiyaki Way- Nairobi

Call: 0791 433455

De-Capture Media Institute-DCMI

Location: Monrovia Street- Nairobi

Call: 020 8000440

Visualdo Institute of Photography Courses/Video Production School

Location: Kenya House Complex (2nd Floor) Monrovia Street Junction of Monrovia St/Koinange St

Call:  0798 325330

Degree in film production in Kenya

Now, if you’d like to take a degree in film production, you have several options as well.

Here they are:

Bachelor of Film Production & Animation

This is offered by Multimedia university of Kenya and gives you skills to successfully work with video games/special effects/ web animation /advertising and e-learning content.

Minimum entry requirements

KCSE mean grade: C+

Additional requirements

C+ in English / Kiswahili

Alternative requirements: Diploma graduate (with a credit Pass)

Course duration: The course takes 4 years

Go here for more details.

Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Film Production & Directing

This is offered by USIU-Africa (United States International University) and can be a good option if you want to learn how to create films professionally as well as all technical aspects of directing.

Minimum entry requirements

KCSE mean grade: C+

Alternative requirements: KNEC Diploma in a relevant area(with a credit Pass)

Course duration: The course takes 4 years

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Bachelor of Film & Theater Arts

You can take this at KU.

Minimum entry requirements

KCSE mean grade: C+

Alternative requirements: KNEC Diploma in a relevant area(with a credit Pass). Examples of acceptable Diplomas is a Diploma in Theatre Arts/Film Production or even Mass communication. Also, you can be accepted if you are a teacher (with a Diploma in Education) plus proven experience or passion in Theatre Arts/film

Course duration: The course takes 4 years

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Other universities offering a Degree in Film Production

• Moi University- Bachelor Of Arts(Film And Television)
• KCA University – Bachelor of Arts in Film Technology & Performing Arts

Quick Note: Keep in mind that you can take Masters of Arts (MA) in film studies at KU. Here is the link to the course.

Career Opportunities for those who have completed film and TV production courses in Kenya

On completion, you can be employed as a:

• Movie producer
• Camera person
• Video editor
• YouTube editor
• Animator
• Graphic designer
• Freelance camera operator
• Sound recordist

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