- Level
- 2-Year UG Diploma
- CIP code
- 50.0602
- Duration
- 2 Years
- Open intakes
-
Off-shoreSep 2026, Jan 2027, May 2027
- Field
- Film Making and Production
- Institution
- Public College
- Offer speed
- Fast Offer Speed5–7 days
- Next deadline
- 2026-09-01
Program overview
The Film & Video Production diploma at SAIT in Calgary is a hands-on, two-year program for visual storytellers. You’ll learn every stage of production — from scripting, directing and cinematography to lighting, sound, editing and post-production — using industry-standard equipment and workflows.
Through collaborative, project-based learning you’ll build a professional reel and the technical and creative skills to work in film, television, commercial and digital content production.
What it costs per year · indicative
Living cost is an estimate; tuition is the institute's published international fee. We confirm exact, current figures before you pay anything.
Do you qualify?
These are the published minimums. Whether your profile fits — with your marks, gap and budget — is exactly what a free counsellor check confirms.
Admission requirements
International admission requirements:
- High school graduation (Grade 12) or equivalent.
- English: at least 50% in English Language Arts 30-1 (or 60% in English 30-2 equivalent).
English proficiency (one of): IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 6.0), PTE Academic 53, TOEFL iBT 80 (min 20 each), or Duolingo 115.
English requirements
Documents you'll need typical · we confirm yours
- Valid passport (6+ months validity)
- Class 10 & 12 marksheets and certificates
- English test scorecard (IELTS / PTE / TOEFL) or MOI certificate
- Statement of Purpose (SOP)
- Financial proof — bank statement / loan sanction + GIC
- Passport-size photographs
- Study-gap affidavit or work-experience letter (if applicable)
Getting documents right is the #1 reason applications succeed or get refused — our team checks every file before submission.
Career opportunities
- Production Assistant
- Video Editor
- Camera Operator
- Lighting / Grip Technician
- Post-Production Artist
- Content Creator
About Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
- Type
- College
- Ownership
- Public
- Rating
- ★ 4.7
- Reference No.
- O18761749692
