Bachelor in Film Direction
- Los Angeles, USA
- Valencia, Spain
Bachelor's degree
DURATION
5 years
LANGUAGES
Spanish, English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
Cinema has revolutionized the way we tell stories, transforming the screen into a canvas where creativity has no limits. From spectacular visual effects to innovative narratives, the audiovisual industry is experiencing a stage of expansion in which directors play a decisive role.
In the Film Directing Career Program at Universal Arts School, you will have the opportunity to explore all phases of the filmmaking process: scriptwriting, directing actors, cinematography, editing, montage, and digital postproduction. Through hands-on projects, you will work with Unreal Engine, DaVinci Resolve, Fusion, and After Effects, developing both technical and artistic skills that will allow you to bring your stories to the big screen.
This program is designed for those who dream of leading film productions and want to turn their passion into a solid international career, building a professional portfolio capable of opening doors in the film, television, and advertising industries.
Dual Certification
International Certification USA–Spain
Our dual-degree program allows you to graduate with two official certificates:
- Curriculum certified in the USA, meeting American industry standards for creative careers worldwide.
- European accreditation, fully recognized in Spain and across Europe.
This ensures your training is not limited to one country. You’ll have the credentials to work internationally, from Hollywood to European studios.
- Official diploma issued in California
- International registration backed by the BPPE
- Translation and validation of academic transcripts
- Portfolio guidance and support in English
- International letter of recommendation

Digital Filmmaking
Cinema is a multifaceted art form that encompasses cinematography, art direction, sound, scriptwriting, editing, directing, and other creative areas. Our training in Digital Filmmaking is designed to provide you with all the tools and knowledge you need to become a professional in the film industry.
In this program, you’ll dive into the world of digital cinema, starting with fundamentals such as composition and photographic lighting. Then, you’ll explore the possibilities of virtual production with Unreal Engine and become an expert in editing and compositing with industry-standard software such as Resolve, Fusion, DaVinci, and After Effects. You’ll also develop key skills in directing actors and presenting your projects on the big screen.

Universal Arts School gives you the opportunity to take your creative transformation to the next level—becoming a film director capable of leading projects with cinematic quality, from short films to teasers, spots, music videos, and beyond. During your training, you’ll create a professional short film, experiment with impactful visual effects, and work with professional cameras in a variety of settings. You’ll master the arts of film directing, actor direction, lighting, audiovisual language, editing, and special effects to bring powerful cinematic stories to life. Get ready to unleash your passion for film and embark on an unforgettable journey into the direction and creation of high-quality digital cinema.
Software: DaVinci Resolve, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premiere Pro, Unreal Engine, SketchUp

- Film enthusiasts who want to become directors and visual storytellers
- Graduates in audiovisual communication, arts, scriptwriting, or production
- Professionals seeking to transition into digital filmmaking and international production
- International students interested in official certification in both the USA and Europe
Universal Arts School offers:
- Partial scholarships for artistic talent.
- Exclusive discounts for early enrollment (check active promo code).
- Flexible payment plans adapted to each student.
Block 1 – Technical and Narrative Fundamentals
- Essential concepts: cameras, lenses, codecs, sensors, and color grading
- Film history, storytelling, and film analysis
- Technical scripts, storyboards, and shoot planning
Block 2 – Preproduction and Directing
- Production design, budgeting, and casting
- Concepts, animatics, and 2D/3D storyboards
- Actor direction across genres and shooting practices
Block 3 – FX and Advanced Production
- Essential VFX techniques: chroma key, matte painting, 3D animatics
- Motion capture and themed short film production in teams
- Supervising effects as a director and staging control
Block 4 – Postproduction and Final Project
- Editing, mixing, color grading, and FX
- Sound postproduction and rendering parameters
- Cinematics in Unreal, pipeline with Shotgun
- Delivery and premiere of the final short film with reel and breakdown
- Universal Arts School is an international reference in film, animation, and video games.
- Dual official accreditation: BPPE in California and European certification.
- Recognized in global creative training rankings for its innovation and hands-on approach.
- Direct film productions with creative and technical vision
- Operate professional postproduction software
- Master virtual production and digital filmmaking with Unreal Engine
- Lead teams on set, from concept to final projection
- Build a strong portfolio with real industry projects
- Film Director
- Film and Video Editor
- Colorist
- Director of Photography
- First Assistant Director
- Virtual Production Operator with Unreal
- Art Director
- Film Producer
- Dual USA–Spain degree with international recognition
- Strategic locations: Los Angeles and Valencia
- Faculty of active professionals in the digital film industry
- Hands-on training: create a professional short film during the program
- Access to industry-leading cameras, software, and tools
- International alumni network and partnerships with film studios


