Master Film

Education

The standard period of study in the MA Film of the Lucerne University of Applied Science and Arts is 4 Semesters (2 years). This equals 120 ECTS. The maximal duration of the programme is 8 Semesters.

The MA Animation programme is a project-based study and centred around the individual projects of the studntes. Animation projects can be:

• production of an animated short film
• a concept for a longer animation format, e.g. a series or a feature film, including the production of a trailer
• an explorative project or expanded animation project, e.g. a XR experience, or an installation using animation.

Mentoring and coaching are individual and growing parts of the programme are composed of eligible courses. We specialise in storytelling and the development of individual and personal styles and stories, close to the animation scene and animation industry in Switzerland.

Part-Time Studies

We have a modular structure, so we can offer highly individualized study paths for part-time students. The standard duration of part-time studies is 6 semesters but it can be extended to 8. You should be able to take part in our courses on two to three days of the week to study part time.

Application Requirements

You have the possibility to study in MA Animation as aa bachelor (or equivalent) in a design-relevant topic (including social science, philological, historical and critical studies) and a strong portfolio of filmic work you have pursued. For the MA in Animation you will need a BA in Animation or an equivalent.

Modules and Courses

At the heart of the MA Animation is the Project Module.

The modules of the MA Animation are explained on the website.

Transfermodule

Business tracks

The students of the MA Film have to choose one of two "business tracks" in their first semester of the Transfermodule. The choice is made according to the goal for their master thesis.

Film Financing

Self Marketing

In the Film Financing Track, students will develop the "Film Dossier" for their master project. The dossier is needed for the financing of the film in the Swiss system of film funding. It is the basis for the cooperation with a production company. The student will develop the final version of the Film Dossier with the company she*he works with and it will be handed in to the funding bodies by this third party company. The following three courses/days are part of this track: DK.MAAF Filmproduktionsdossier Film-Production (tba) Producer's day: Meet the Producers

The self Marketing Track provides the basic knowledge for students who plan to start their own company, work as freelancer, as an artist or apply for jobs in the field of our studies. It gives information about alternative ways of funding in the arts and culture as well as a foundation of business-principles if you start your own business. DK.MAAF Selfmarketing DK.MAAF Filmrecht

Fachmodule

The Fachmodul gives freedom to chose from a variety of courses to obtain the non-mandatory party of the module. It comprises a total of 12 Credit Points (CP) with semester modules A, B and C. Six of those are mandatory and 6 are eligible. Students are free to chose the eligible courses, but to give you a possible guideline for your choices we cluster some of these courses to our Expand Media Track. We encourage you to chose all courses in this track if you are interested in spatial filmic forms.

Expanded Media (6CP)
DK.MAAF Expanded Cinema 1 DK.MAAF Expanded Cinema 2	DK.MAAF XR Production	DK.MAAF Video for the Stage	DK.MAAF Film in Spatial Contexts	Expanded Cinema Guest-Workshop (tba)

Other Courses

Narration	Skills
Scriptwriting	Design Techniques Camera and Image-Making Character Design in Animation Editing & Montage Sound design Drawing as a Language Knowledge Mediation Found Footage Film Analysis Workshops Sound Editing Drawing as a Language Storyboarding

Eligible courses from the MA Fine Arts, which you are able to choose are announced at the beginning of each semester on Sharepoint or with presentations.

Film Viewing List

This is a mandatory part of the Fachmodul in the MA Film. You chose from a structured list of films and audiovisual work to learn about the history of your wider profession. Please find all information on the following website: Viewing List

Exchangemodule

In the Exchangemodul, your freedom to chose is expanded to the whole 12 CP and you have a larger variety of possibilities to chose from. You can acquire the necessary points for the Exchangemodul with - among others - the following courses and activities:

• Courses of the Framework
• Workshops (also international co-operation workshops and interdisciplinary courses)
• Individual projects
• Courses from other programs of the HSLU (MA, BA after consulting with us)
• Internships from outside the school

For more information please refer to the regulations of the MA Film | Animation.

Introductory Courses

These give no Credit Points for your studies.

Introductions
DK.MAAF Kamera Einführung	DK.MAAF Sound Einführung	DK.MAAF Schnittplatz Einführung	NAKUS (in Cooperation with the BA Animation)

MA Film | Animation Team

• Fred Truniger
• Tina Ohnmacht
• Katharina Knust
• Robert Müller
• Jochen Ehmann
• Anja Kofmel
• Jean First
• Tim Markgraf
• Christina Zimmermann
• Marine Hugonnier
• Carlos Isabel García
• Thomas Gassmann
• Elke Rentemeister
• Florian Krautkrämer

External lecturers:

• Armin Prediger
• Christian Puille
• Félicie Haymoz
• Chantal Molleur
• Marcy Goldberg

Rent Equipment

• For BA Animation and MA Animation specific material check our Rental
• Additional equipment can be borrowed from https://ausleihe.hslu.ch

Exchange / Studying abroad

Students of the MA Animation and MA Film can study abroad for one or more semesters. The Lucerne University of Art and Design has a list of partner institutions worldwide. If you are interested, you can profit from existing Exchange Programms or go abroad as a free mover. For more information please refer your questions to the international office.

Grants, Scholarships and Foundations

Check the Film residencies for scholarships, residencies and project financing that can be applied for by filmmakers and artists.

Festivals

If you have any questions regarding the screenings of our films, please contact the Chantal Molleur, our promotion coordinator.

• Guidelines for festival submissions

Distribution and Sale

• Verkauf des Films / sale of film / vente du film
• Vertrieb / distribution

Former and current Students of the MA Film

• A list of all our students

Student Film

• A list of all our student films

Contact

Get in touch with us!

Templates for your own Pages on this Aniwiki

• Template for Studentpage - make your own profile
• Template for Studentfilm - make a page for any of your films