Master in Film and Television Directing

National Academy for Theatre and Film Arts 'Krastyo Sarafov' · Sofia, Bulgaria

Master's DegreeBulgarian60 ECTS1 yearOn CampusFull-time

The Master in Film and Television Directing programme at National Academy for Theatre and Film Arts 'Krastyo Sarafov' (Faculty of Screen Arts) is a Master's Degree program delivered in Bulgarian over a duration of 1 year / 2 semesters (60 ECTS). This Master programme in Film Production covers screenwriting, film directing, cinematography, sound design, and post-production editing. Students produce narrative short films, documentaries, and creative visual projects. Graduates pursue careers as film directors, producers, cinematographers, and film industry professionals.

Key facts

Tuition (EU / EEA students): 1,150 BGN
Tuition (Non-EU students): €2,500/year — EU: 1,150 BGN
Application deadlines (EU / EEA students): 2026-09-20
Application deadlines (Non-EU students): 2026-09-20
Duration: 1 year
ECTS credits: 60
Language: Bulgarian
Study format: On Campus
Starts: October 2026 (Winter Semester 2026/2027)
Intake: Fall intake - once per year (competitive audition)

Language requirements

Required proficiency

Bulgarian proficiency; audition/interview in Bulgarian

Admission requirements

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree in a relevant artistic field; competitive audition and interview

Required documents

Application; diploma; artistic portfolio/audition programme; application fee (70 EUR first exam); photos

Application deadlines

EU / EEA students

2026-09-20

Non-EU students

2026-09-20

Programme overview

DegreeMaster's Degree
Duration1 year
ECTS60
LanguageBulgarian
Study formatOn Campus
PaceFull-time
CountryBulgaria
FacultyFaculty of Screen Arts

Official university

National Academy for Theatre and Film Arts 'Krastyo Sarafov'

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What will it actually cost?

Tuition plus the legal minimum proof-of-funds for Bulgaria, over 1 year of study.

	Tuition	Living	Total
EU/EEA	Fee not published	—	needs the fee
Non-EU	€2,500	—	needs the fee

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