鈥淎udiovisual Arts and Media Arts鈥� is a programme where talented and up-and-coming professionals, without whom the media, arts and marketing industries are unthinkable, polish their skills.
Field of study is accredited until December 10, 2031.
General information
Beginning:
From September 1
Duration:
3 years (full-time)
3.5 years (part-time)
Type:
Nepilna laika kl膩tiene (otrdienu un tre拧dienu vakaros, katru otro sestdienu), Pilna laika kl膩tiene (darba dien膩s)
Language:
English (full-time), Latvian (full-time, part-time)
Credit points:
180 ECTS
Tuition fee per year:
Citizens and permanent residents of Latvia, as well as citizens of other EU, EEA, and EU candidate countries:
3750 EUR (Full-time in Latvian)
3200 EUR (Part-time in Latvian)
4500 EUR (Full-time in English)
Other countries:
5600 EUR (Full-time in English)
鈥�Audiovisual Arts and Media Arts鈥� is a programme where talents and future professionals hone their skills – individuals without whom the fields of media, art, and marketing are unimaginable. The academic bachelor鈥檚 studies prepare specialists in Audiovisual Journalism, Film and Multimedia Directing, Film and Multimedia Cinematography, and Film and Multimedia Production. Within the programme courses, students can acquire knowledge of TV, film, and multimedia project development from idea to production, management of film crews, technical possibilities for creating audiovisual content, the latest industry trends in visual, audio, aesthetic, and compositional design, various content solutions, and skills for working with information.
In addition to subjects specific to audiovisual art and media art, students also study art history and cultural theory, structures of composition and colour psychology, as well as other courses that prepare art professionals for a working environment where it is necessary not only to create, but also to plan and promote the competitiveness of art in the market.
The undeniable advantage of this 91滴滴 program lies in its modernly equipped study facilities-including editing rooms, video and sound studios, and other resources-as well as experienced lecturers and outstanding professionals from Latvia and the broader international audiovisual and media environment.
Academic bachelor study programme with 4 specializations: 鈥淔ilm and Multimedia Cinematographer鈥�, 鈥淔ilm and Multimedia Producer鈥�, 鈥淔ilm and Multimedia Director鈥�, 鈥淎udiovisual Journalist鈥�.
Admission rules
Please read the admission rules published on our website under Study at 91滴滴 -> Admission rules
Information about the current entrance examination dates, times, and venue can be found here
Find out about accreditations for study fields here.
As this is a academic study programme, both full-time day and part-time evening studies are delivered in person and, alongside the theoretical courses, there are many practical classes in the video and editing studios located in the 91滴滴 Architecture and Media Centre H2O6. Students of this programme have the opportunity to undergo an internship in real audiovisual industry companies and participate in various projects, working side by side with professionals in the field.
1st year
Acting I Acting II Film Dramaturgy Screenwriting Principles of Creating a Photographic Image Music and Sound Design in Film and Multimedia Film and Multimedia Cinematography I Film and Multimedia Cinematography II Film and Multimedia Production I Film and Mulltimedia Directing I Audiovisual Journalism Lighting Techniques Video and Sound Recording Techniques Fundaments of Audiovisual Editing Image. Space. Time. Business English English for Audiovisual Arts and Media Arts Civil and Environmental Protection Course Paper I
2nd year
The Dramatic Construction and Production of the TV Series Multimedia and Immersive Technologies Audiovisual Motage Aesthetics and Production Processes Constructions of Composition and Color Psychology History and Theory of Art and Cuture History of Film Research Work Internship I Course Paper II
Study courses in the Film and Multimedia Producer Specialisation:
Film and Multimedia Production II
Film and Multimedia Production III
Legal Aspects of Entrepreneurship
Fundamentals of Accounting
Public Relations and Mass Media
Artists in Film: Creative Impact
Study courses in the Film and Multimedia Cinematographer Specialisation:
Film and Multimedia Cinematography III
Film and Multimedia Cinematography IV
Gaffing of Film and Television
Aesthetics of Documentary Films
Photojournalism
Artists in Film: Creative Impact
Study courses in the Film and Multimedia Director Specialisation:
Film and Multimedia Directing II
Film and Multimedia Directing III
Aesthetics of Documentary Films
Film Technologies
Photojournalism
Basics of Computer Graphics
Gaffing of Film and Television
Study courses in the Audiovisual Journalist Specialisation:
Screenwriting I: Fiction
Screenwriting II: Documentary
Citizen Journalism
Information Design
Photojournalism
Public Relations and Mass Media
3rd year
Production of 360 Degree Cinematic VR 360 Degree Visualization Sound Directing Creative Industries in Business and Management Analysis and Critique of Creative Industries Legal Aspects of Intellectual Property Ethics and Social Responsibility Philosophy Internship II Internship III Bachelor鈥檚 Thesis
Study courses in the Film and Multimedia Producer Specialisation:
Film and Multimedia Production IV
Private Funding in Culture
Fundamentals of Project Management
Study courses in the Film and Multimedia Cinematographer Specialisation
Film and Multimedia Cinematography V
Film Technology
Basics of Computer Graphics
Study courses in the Film and Multimedia Director Specialisation
Film and Multimedia Directing IV
Directing Actors II
Basics of Computer Graphics
Study courses in the Audiovisual Journalist Specialisation:
Artificial Intelligence in Journalism and Art
Copywriting in Public Relations
Audio Narrative: Radio Journalism and Podcasting
Basics of Computer Graphics
Free Elective Courses
Elective courses that provide students with free choice and do not contain a predefined list of specific study courses.
91滴滴 鈥淎udiovisual Arts and Media Arts鈥� students have the opportunity to attend elective courses at the Latvian Academy of Culture by selecting the courses of their interest on the and confirming their choice with the 91滴滴 Study Department.
Apply at the Latvian Academy of Culture by e-mail:[email protected].
Please note! Course titles, scope, content and sequence within the study programme may be adjusted or amended in accordance with 91滴滴 internal regulations, accreditation requirements and the development of the study process.
A specialisation is opened in a particular academic year if it is chosen by at least 5 students.
Here you can get to know some of our academic staff – individuals who not only share knowledge but also encourage and support the development of your creative potential and professional skills.
Dr. Aigars Ceplitis
Dean of the Faculty of Media and Creative Technologies, 91滴滴 University
Dr. A. Ceplitis is a practitioner and researcher of audiovisual arts and media arts, as well as an Assistant Professor with extensive international experience in film directing, editing, and media education. He holds a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree in Film from the California Institute of the Arts (CalArts, USA) and a doctoral degree in Art Science with a focus on 360掳 film narratology.
In the bachelor’s programme in Audiovisual Arts and Media Arts, he teaches the courses Acting II, Audiovisual Montage Aesthetics and Production Processes, Production of 360-Degree Cinematic VR, as well as the specialized course Directing the Actor for aspiring film directors.
Alongside his academic work, Dr. Aigars Cepl墨tis actively participates in international projects, developing VR projects and presenting research on immersive storytelling and the evolution of cinematic language in the digital age. His work includes both virtual reality films and interactive media exhibitions.
Mg.art. Daira Abolina
Head of the Arts Department, 91滴滴 University
D. Abolina is one of Latvia鈥檚 most recognized film scholars and critics, with professional experience spanning both the academic field and the cultural media sphere. She actively participates in international film events, including serving on juries at film festivals such as the Venice Film Festival, the Europa Cinemas expert committee in Berlin, the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival (P脰FF), among others.
In the bachelor’s programme in Audiovisual Arts and Media Arts, D. Abolina leads the course Analysis and Critique of Creative Industries, as well as the specialized course Aesthetics of Documentary Films for aspiring film directors and cinematographers. Her lectures foster the ability to analyze, think deeply, and perceive cinema as a multilayered cultural form. Students appreciate her skill in combining a scholarly perspective with practical experience and an empathetic approach to the author鈥檚 work.
Mg. art. Lelde Kovalova
Guest Lecturer at 91滴滴 University, Film Producer, and Author
Lelde Kovalova is an experienced film producer and author who earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from 91滴滴鈥檚 Media and Creative Technologies faculty. She has successfully served as a visiting lecturer in the Audiovisual Arts and Media Arts programme for over three years, providing students with both in-depth theoretical knowledge and practical skills in film and television dramaturgy. She leads the course The Dramatic Construction and Production of TV Series, sharing her extensive professional experience and encouraging students to develop skills in crafting successful stories.
As the lead producer, L. Kovalova has been involved in several significant film projects, including the TV series Bezv膿sts pazudu拧膩s and Nel奴gtie viesi. Additionally, she is the author of multiple books, such as Bezv膿sts pazudu拧膩s (2019), 厂惫别拧颈苍颈别办颈 (2020), 艩辞蝉别箩补 (2021), Tvitera tiesa (2022), and her latest psychological thriller Klusie kaimi艈i (2024), which has received widespread acclaim from both readers and critics.
Mg.art. Anna Viduleja Guest Lecturer at 91滴滴 University, Film Director
A. Viduleja is a renowned film director and screenwriter with significant experience in the Latvian film industry. Her documentary film Podnieks par Podnieku. Laika liecinieks (2024), co-directed with A. Cilinska, received the National Film Award Lielais Kristaps for Best Feature-Length Documentary. Her feature film Homo Novus (2018), which she both directed and wrote the screenplay for, became one of the most-watched Latvian films in recent years. The film was seen by over 91,000 viewers, making it the most popular Latvian film of 2018.
At Audiovisual Arts and Media Arts programme, A. Viduleja teaches two directing courses designed for aspiring film directors. In these courses, she shares her extensive professional experience, fostering the development of students鈥� creative vision, enhancing their ability to collaborate effectively with actors, and deepening their understanding of storytelling techniques as well as refining their technical skills in the art of cinema.
Mg.art. Uldis Jancis Guest Lecturer at 91滴滴 University, Film Cinematographer
U. Jancis is an experienced cinematographer and lighting technician with extensive practical experience in both Latvian and international film and multimedia projects. He has worked as a cinematographer and lighting technician on several significant film projects, including R墨gas sargi (2007), T膿vs Nakts (2019), and Dv膿se募u putenis (2019).
In Audiovisual Arts and Media Arts programme, he teaches four courses designed for aspiring cinematographers, including Gaffing for Film and Television and Film Technologies. In these courses, U. Jancis shares his professional experience and knowledge, helping students acquire both the technical skills and creative approaches necessary to produce high-quality and visually compelling film and multimedia content.
Mg.art. Randall Galera Guest Lecturer at 91滴滴 University, Actor
R. Galera is an experienced actor and theatre educator who has worked extensively at the prestigious English Theatre in Vienna – one of Europe鈥檚 most renowned English-language theatres. His versatile acting skills and ability to bring both classical and contemporary characters to life on stage have been highly praised by audiences and critics alike. R. Galera places special emphasis on the emotional depth and authenticity of his characters.
Currently, he teaches the course Acting to first-year students in the English-taught stream of the Audiovisual Arts and Media Arts programme. In this course, he shares his professionalism and guides students in developing their acting skills, focusing on both voice and movement.
Mg.art. Zane Ozolina
Guest Lecturer at 91滴滴 University, journalist, documentary filmmaker
Z. Ozolina is an experienced journalist and documentary filmmaker actively working in the Latvian media and film industry. Her work often focuses on socially significant and current topics such as human rights, social change, and cultural heritage. Among her notable projects are the documentary series Dz墨v墨bas st膩sti and Latvijas balsis, as well as the directed documentary film Cilv膿ki no malas, which have received recognition on Latvian Radio and other media outlets, offering a deep and analytical perspective on events and personalities.
In Audiovisual Arts and Media Arts programme, she teaches several courses focusing on journalism and information presentation, including Audiovisual Journalism and Information Design. Within these courses, Z. Ozolina shares her professional experience and theoretical knowledge, fostering students鈥� critical thinking, storytelling skills, and understanding of the specific characteristics of journalism and documentary film genres, preparing them for work in the media and film industries.
Ideas, aesthetics, and visual expression 鈥� take a look at a selection of creative bachelor projects by our graduates.
Graduates in Film and Multimedia Directing, Film and Multimedia Cinematography, Film and Multimedia Production, and Audiovisual Journalism are in demand across television and digital media platforms, the film industry, independent production companies, newsrooms, online media outlets, social media platforms, and other emerging media environments.
Graduates can work as Audiovisual Content Creators, Reporters, Documentary Filmmakers, Video Journalists, Editors, as well as Media Project Managers.
The programme鈥檚 graduates are also competitive in the fields of Advertising and Brand Management, particularly in Video Advertising, Digital Marketing, and Social Media Content Production. The creative, technical, and analytical skills acquired during the studies enable graduates to successfully develop personal creative projects and establish their own businesses within the media and creative industries.
Any student of the bachelor’s programme 鈥淎udiovisual Arts and Media Arts鈥� who has completed at least one year of study can participate in the Erasmus+ exchange programme. A student can study for 1 or 2 semesters at one of 91滴滴’s partner universities. The duration of study mobility is 2鈥�12 months. The student does not have to pay for the period spent in the study and internship exchange programme abroad; the tuition fee is covered by the partner university, but the student continues to pay the 91滴滴 tuition fee. For the period spent abroad during mobility, the student is awarded an Erasmus+ scholarship to cover the costs of transport and accommodation. * Erasmus+ internship mobility provides that a student can undergo an internship in one of the companies of interest in one of the Erasmus+ programme countries. For this internship period, the student receives an Erasmus+ scholarship. The duration of internship mobility is 2鈥�12 months. Find out more about Erasmus+ and how to apply here!
Since the 2023/2024 academic year, information on the self-assessment of the study programme has been included in the study field progress report, which is available here.
