Overview of New York Film Academy Beijing
The New York Film Academy Beijing’s workshops respond to a growing number of international students who want to experience living and learning in China, where the media industry is growing exponentially. NYFA Beijing now offers our acclaimed four-week workshops in filmmaking, where students benefit from intensive, hands-on, project-based education under the guidance of working industry professionals. All courses are taught in English.
Program Description
Students will create short films using professional equipment, taking on multiple roles. This intensive program requires full commitment to a demanding filmmaking curriculum, with hours often extending beyond regular class time. Classes run throughout the week, while evenings focus on writing, location scouting, casting, and editing. Participants should be ready for a fully immersive filmmaking experience.
General InformationLocation: Beijing Film Academy Campus
Visa Requirements: Non-Chinese citizens must obtain a visa or a visa waiver.
Eligibility: Students 18 years or older; no prior filmmaking experience required
Contact: global@nyfa.edu
Language of Instruction: English (Chinese translation support available)
Disclaimer:
Due to limited capacity, all interested applicants will be subject to an admissions process. Submission of interest does not guarantee acceptance into the program. This program is subject to change or cancellation due to unforeseen circumstances, including but not limited to public health concerns, travel restrictions, local regulations, or insufficient enrollment.
Participants are solely responsible for their own travel and accommodation arrangements. NYFA assumes no responsibility or liability for any external costs incurred and strongly advises that all travel and lodging be booked with flexible, refundable terms.
Study Abroad at the New York Film Academy
Beijing is an exciting and bustling city with a history of culture and power that extends back thousands of years. Visitors to Beijing will be inspired by the Forbidden City and Summer Palace, which were homes of the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties.
Near Beijing the Great Wall of China, one of the world’s wonders, can be easily visited, as well as treasured attractions including the Temple of Heaven, Ming Tombs, Hutongs, Tiananmen Square, Beijing Opera, and Panda House. Modern Beijing is a city with vibrant night-life and world-class restaurants and a center of a burgeoning entertainment industry where hundreds of films and television shows are produced.
1-Week Filmmaking Workshop, Beijing
| Location | Program Start Date and End Date | Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Bejing, China | August 3, 2025 – August 9, 2025 | Tuition:Price Upon Request |