Film Acting Intermediate
Develop Your Craft with TV & Film Acting Training
In just one year, you’ll explore every facet of acting for film, TV, commercials, and theatre. From mastering the fundamentals to performing in your on-camera graduation project, this program gives you the skills, confidence, and experience to step onto any set with professionalism and presence.
Program Overview
The Film Acting Intermediate program is a one-year, immersive journey designed to prepare you for professional work in TV, film, commercials, and theatre. You’ll start by mastering movement, voice, speech, and text analysis before stepping in front of the camera.
With hands-on experience in scene study, action for actors, on-camera projects, and theatre performance, you’ll develop a strong foundation in acting and gain practical, real-world skills.
Key Outcomes
Gain foundational acting skills
Students develop essential skills in scene study, movement, voice, and on-camera acting, creating a solid base for future work in film, TV, and theatre.
Real-world experience
Perform in theatre and on-camera projects that prepare you for professional scenarios.
Professional preparation
Learn set protocol, industry expectations, and how to sustain a believable performance from start to finish.
Grow as an artist
Build confidence, explore your creative voice, and gain valuable insight into the acting craft and industry.
Program Information
Program Costs
Application Fee
Domestic: $50.00
International: $100.00
Tuition Fee
Domestic $15,950.00
International $23,000.00
Included in tuition fees: Scripts (valued at $500.00).
Not included in tuition fees: Does not include basic school supplies (pens, pencils, highlighters, scissors, paper, USB drives, etc.).
Program Hours & Length
Program Hours: 960
Weeks: 48
Start Dates
2026
January
March
June
September
November
Career Outcomes
• Professional Film and Television Actor
• Television & Web Commercials: Supporting/Principle/Actor
• Web Series: Supporting/Principle/Actor
• Feature Films: Supporting/Principle/Actor
• Movies of the Week: Supporting/Principle/Actor
• Short Film: Supporting/Principle/Actor
• Motion Capture Acting: Supporting/Principle/Actor
• Television Series: Principle/Actor
Admission Requirements
- Applicants must be at least 19 years of age or hold a High School diploma.
- Submit a completed Student Application Form and Admissions Questionnaire (available in paper or online formats).
Language Proficiency Requirements
Please check the Language Proficiency Requirements on our How to Apply Page
International Students
Please visit our dedicated page for International Students for more information about admission requirements.



















Curriculum
Film Acting Intermediate Program Modules
Text Analysis (56 hours)
Text Analysis (Y1-TA) is the in-depth study of the text and storyline to discover the significance and meaning behind the words. This course takes actors through a step-by-step process of breaking down text until there is a complete understanding of the information available.
Movement, Voice and Speech (112 hours)
Movement, Voice, and Speech (Y1-MVS) is designed to introduce actors to the physicality of acting and the power of the voice, starting with relaxation and breathing as a means of exploring the body. You will explore phonetic movement (sound and movement), develop awareness of rhythm and flexibility, and improve balance, posture, and body alignment.
Scene Study 1 (112 hours)
Scene Study (Y1-SS) is the fundamental component of any script or play. By studying and performing in well-written scenes, actors will learn to analyze structure, identify objectives, lay tactics, connect to themselves, connect to their scene partner, and connect to the story.
Scene Study 2 (112 hours)
Scene Study Continued (Y1-SS) is the fundamental component of any script or play. By studying and performing in well-written scenes, actors will learn to analyze structure, identify objectives, lay tactics, connect to themselves, connect to their scene partner, and connect to the story.
On Camera Acting (112 hours)
On Camera Acting (Y1-OCA) is a course that covers the beginning elements of film acting. It will address set terminology, film acting technique, and the physical demands of film acting.
Action for Actors (56 hours)
Action for Actors (Y1-AA) is a physically demanding class designed to prepare the actor to perform stage fights, participate in creating fight sequences, perform in actor action in films and TV, and to provide an orientation into the world of stunts.
You will have the opportunity to learn the safety procedures, skills, and techniques necessary to choreograph and mount your own fights and work in the action genre. Fitness, conditioning, physical preparation, injury prevention, flexibility, chorography, and movement technique are an integral part of staged action and a central component of this course.
Camera Project (140 hours)
Camera Project (Y1-CP) consists of an intensive group project involving choosing a script or scripts, assigning roles and crew positions, and filming the various scenes with a digital camera. The class will perform all the functions of the filmmaking process: creating, acting, and filming. The aim of this course is to prepare the students for the more challenging upcoming Graduation Project.
On Camera Graduation Project (100 hours)
On Camera Graduation Project (Y1-GP) the actors will gain on-set experience. This is to test the actors with a tight and demanding filming schedule. To have the actors understand what it is to pace themselves for film days. To impart a sense of what it is to be a professional film actor on a set with an instructor/ director, sound, props, wardrobe.
The actors will use the skills and techniques cultivated during their previous modules of film acting training. This project demands excellent commitment from the actors pushing them to embody professionalism while applying their honed skills in a realistic and challenging production environment.
Theatre 1 (160 hours)
Theatre 1 (Y1-T1) in this module immerses students in the full journey of theatre-making, from first rehearsal to final curtain call. By developing characters, collaborating with fellow actors, and exploring the nuances of stage direction.
The students learn how to serve the overarching story with authenticity and skill. Performing in front of a live audience brings the transformative power of theatre into sharp focus: it ignites an actor’s confidence, deepens their sense of craft, and fosters an immediate connection between performer and audience.
Through rigorous rehearsal and hands-on performance, students refine their professional discipline, adaptability, and stage presence — indispensable qualities for anyone aiming to thrive in the world of acting.
Curriculum
TEXT ANALYSIS • MOVEMENT, VOICE & SPEECH • SCENE STUDY 1 • SCENE STUDY 2 • ON-CAMERA ACTING • ACTION FOR ACTORS • CAMERA PROJECT • ON-CAMERA GRADUATION PROJECT • THEATRE 1
The Film Acting Intermediate curriculum provides students with a solid foundation in acting for both screen and stage. Through focused training in voice, movement, and physical awareness, students learn to connect their body, energy, and presence to each performance. Scene study, character development, and text analysis deepen understanding of authentic and dynamic acting.
Hands-on experience is central to the program. Students perform in-class exercises, scene work, and projects that build confidence on camera and on stage. They learn to collaborate with peers, take direction, and develop the discipline required for professional acting.
The program culminates in the on-camera graduation project and Theatre 1 production, giving students the opportunity to apply their skills in fully realized performances. By the end of the program, students have strengthened their technical abilities, artistic understanding, and stage and screen confidence.
This program has been approved by the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education & Future Skills.
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