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A Master’s Programme to bring stories to life.
The cinema-audiovisual sector now includes not only cinema and TV series, but also infotainment and branded content products, and it is one of the industries that has grown the most during the past five years, at national and international level. This evolution implies a structural transformation of the sector and increasing attention to the rules of engagement, the new equilibrium between production, traditional and current distribution sector, and the digital streaming platforms, the legal-economic aspects of intellectual property rights. These changes highlight the need to bring highly qualified professionals into the job market.
The Master in Cinema and New formats production aims at training professionals able to cover different roles within this new sector: production secretary, production inspector, production manager, general organizer, production delegate, marketing manager, development manager, acquisition manager, sales agent, creative producer, executive producer, independent producer.
INTENSIVE LEARNING > 12 MONTHSTEACHING HOURS > 500
INTERNSHIP HOURS > 250PRIVATE AND CULTURAL PARTNERS > +100
REAL LIFE PROJECTS > 5VISITING PROFESSORS > +20
The Master is intended as an advanced training programme in the field of creative development of audiovisual works, their production and distribution management, and budgetary and financial management. It welcomes both those who have studied or worked in the film industry and those who have studied or worked in the management and marketing field.
The programme focuses on strategic aspects related to the production of the various audiovisual formats: films, TV series, web series, documentaries, animation movies, video clips, advertising films, branded content, and includes the techniques of audience design, talent casting, idea development and presentation from a production point of view, pitching to broadcasters, the marketing strategy planning, copyright and intellectual property rights exploitation, with a specific focus on the dynamics of independent production and funding.
The Master in Cinema and New formats production has many partners who, in relation to their ongoing projects and availability, can host students for a 250-hour curricular placement, including: Ballandi, Banijay, Bartleby Film, Bibi Film, Cannizzo, Cattleya, Creative Nomads, Teatro Eliseo, Fandango, Groenlandia, ITV Movie, Lucky Red, Minerva Pictures, Viola Film, Vivo Film, Writers Guild Italia.
The Master starts in January of the current year, ends in January of the following year and includes 250 hours of internship. Attendance is mandatory. Applications are currently open for January 2026 intake.
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ACADEMIC MASTER IN CINEMA AND NEW FORMATS PRODUCTION
Study Plan
| SUBJECTS | ECTS | HOURS |
|---|---|---|
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Principles of video production: Cinema
Production methods and techniques of cine-audiovisual production for films with a focus on client management, budgeting, project management, and general production organization.
| 10 | 125 |
|
Law, legislation and economics of audiovisual and advertising
Regulatory framework and legal practices related to intellectual property rights and copyright in the cine-audiovisual sector, in particular in the case of international co-productions.
| 8 | 60 |
|
Organization and production of media artworks: Independent productions
General management and production techniques for independent films and series, with a focus on distribution strategies, fund raising and crowdfunding practices, and submission to contests and festivals.
| 8 | 100 |
|
Principles of video production: TV and series
Methods and practices related to the production of TV series and other serial works distributed through TV broadcasters and streaming platforms with a focus on audience design and pitching techniques.
| 8 | 100 |
|
Techniques of the new integrated media: branded content
General management methods and production techniques for emerging formats, advertising and branded content with a focus on audience engagement, talent discovery and management and omnichannel strategies involving social media.
| 8 | 100 |
|
Curricular internship
| 10 | 250 |
|
Final project
| 8 | / |
| Total Credits | 60 |
In order to access the RUFA first-level Academic Masters programmes, a three-year academic diploma (new system), four-year academic diploma (old system), university degree, or another qualification obtained abroad and recognized as suitable by the Academy in compliance with international agreements, is required.
The Master in Cinema and New formats production prefers knowledge and training in the Cinema, Photography and Audiovisual Area or in the humanities and economics area.
Enrolment in Master’s programs is on the basis of an admission assessment, which aims to understand the candidate’s potential and verify their commitment to undertake the chosen Master’s program. Candidates must submit their Curriculum Vitae, a 500-word personal statement and the certificate of English language proficiency (min. B2). Candidates can also submit their portfolio, the abstract of their thesis, or any relevant documents to show their skills and experience. The admission assessment consists of an interview with our academic staff discussing the applicant’s portfolio, experience, projects, and any works and documents that may be relevant for admission purposes. The interview may also be held online.
APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION
Applications are currently open for January 2026 intake.
ADMISSION SESSION
16 and 17 July 2025
The call for the 30% scholarship is now open.
Closing date for applications 10 July
ADMISSION
Online application for admission
Photocopy of identity document and tax code (only for Italian applicants)
Original academic qualification or self-certification – Download Template
CV
Motivational letter
Portfolio or other documents (not mandatory)
ENROLMENT
Online application form
Two passport photos
Receipt of payment of the enrolment fee
Language certification or documentation proving knowledge of the English language, B2 level, for all students
For non-EU students: study visa/residence permit required to attend academic programs
For foreign students or Italian students who obtained their qualifications abroad: declaration of value, request in the country of origin, or certificates of verification and comparability issued by CIMEA.
For further info please contact the Orientation office.
| Italian Students | EU Students | EXTRA EU Students |
|---|---|---|
| € 11.800,00 | € 11.800,00 | € 13.800,00 |
PAYMENT METHOD
ITALIAN STUDENTS
€ 1200.00 Annual enrolment fee to be paid upon enrolment each year by bank transfer addressed to Rome University of Fine Arts S.r.l. IBAN: IT29D0306905048100000012207, BIC CODE (Swift): BCITITMM, entering your name and surname as the reason for payment, by cheque, or directly to the admin office in cash. The remaining part of the tuition fee can be paid, via bank transfer, in:
• one-off payment by 31 January, with a 5% reduction;
• 3 installments (31 January, 28 February, 31 March);
• 4 installments (31 January, 28 February, 30 April, 30 June);
• 6 installments (31 January, 28 February, 31 March, 30 April, 31 May, 30 June);
• 12 installments using 0% interest financing. (Terms & Conditions).
EU AND EXTRA EU STUDENTS
€ 1200.00 Enrolment fee to be paid upon enrolment by bank transfer addressed to Rome University of Fine Arts S.r.l. IBAN: IT29D0306905048100000012207, BIC CODE (Swift): BCITITMM, entering your name and surname as the reason for payment, or by credit card on rufa.flywire.com.
The remaining part of the tuition fee must be paid by 12 December, by bank transfer.
EARLY BIRD
The payment of the registration fee and submission of the completed and signed form by 30 August 2025 will entitle you to a 10% discount on the tuition fee.
Early Bird reductions cannot be combined with scholarships and/or with other economic support.
For each Academic Master RUFA offers n. 2 scholarships to Italian and international students enrolling in any Academic Master’s programme.
For each Academic master RUFA offers 1 scholarship covering 50% and 1 scolarship covering 30% of the attendance fee, which will be directly deducted from the tuition fee. The Master’s scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic and artistic merit.
An expert committee will evaluate the candidates for the scholarship considering the strength and consistency of the academic profile, the examination of the thesis, portfolio, projects shared by the applicant and the outcome of the interview, if any.
The submission of the scholarship application should be done together with test registration by selecting the appropriate flag when filling out the form.
Applications are now open for the 30% scholarship.
Application deadline: 10 July
For the purposes of the competition, the winning students must be enrolled in the Academy no later than 30 JULY 2025.
RUFA strongly believes it is vital to provide visible pathways of access across our programs to those in financial hardship and those from a diverse range of backgrounds:
• “zero interest financing” 12-month payment (Terms & Conditions);
• “per merito” student loan does not require any guarantee for students in good standing with the chosen study course
• exemption of € 2,000.00 students with > 66% disability;
• 5% reduction by paying in one installament by 31 January (only for italian citizenship students);
• 10% reduction for enrolled brothers and sisters;
• 15% reduction for RUFA graduates.
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