Turn passion into a profession in one year. Live on campus, shoot every week, and learn through real production-style projects, critiques, and assignments. Students graduate with strong portfolios, documentary and short film projects, and a professional digital profile ready for industry opportunities.

The PDAP programme combines visual language, photography practice, editing workflow, cinematic storytelling, and production-based learning. Students progressively develop visual understanding, technical skills, and portfolio outputs through structured academic modules and practical assignments.

• 101: Visual Language & Image Grammar
• 102: Photographic Vision: Camera, Lens & Exposure
• 103: Lighting Design for Photography
• 104: Digital Image Editing & Workflow
• 105: Photography Specialisations
• 106: Photography Portfolio Project
• 107: Cinematic Language & Visual Storytelling
• 108: Screenwriting & Pre-Production
• 109: Documentary & Short Film Production
• 110: Cinematography Portfolio (Documentary / Short Film / AI Film)

Add-on practical modules include drone operation, gimbal stabilisation, green screen production, live streaming setups, and AI prompt-based visual generation workflows.

KGTE Photography certifies core camera craft, lighting, and editorial skills under the Department of Technical Education, Kerala. The syllabus blends fundamentals with industry practice so students become ready for professional work.

• 1711: Fundamentals of Photography
• 1712: Photojournalism and Aesthetics
• 1713: Lighting Language and Colour Manipulation
• 1714: Videography and Video Editing
• 1715: Advertising Photography
• 1716: Nature and Wildlife Photography
• 1717: English and Working Skills
• 1718: Industrial Internship

Upon successful completion, students receive a Professional Diploma Certificate from Creative Hut. Students are also eligible for certifications under KGTE Photography (Department of Technical Education, Kerala) and skill certifications aligned with MESC – Media & Entertainment Skills Council approved by NCVET.

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Students gain hands-on experience with industry-standard software used in photography, editing, and modern visual production workflows.

Image Editing: Lightroom, Photoshop

Video Editing: Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve

AI Creative Tools: ChatGPT, Gemini, Runway ML, Kling, Veo, DALL·E

Specialised practice across different photography genres allows students to develop strong visual identity and professional portfolio work.

Weekly tasks, regular assignments, and industry-style critiques help students build publish-ready photographs across different genres, from product and portrait to travel, fashion, wildlife, street, and more.

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Documentary projects immerse students in on-ground research, interviews, and verite cinematography. Students practise ethical storytelling, ambient sound recording, and edit rhythm to shape compelling non-fiction visual narratives.

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From concept, script, and storyboard to cinematography and post-production, students build repeatable workflows for narrative and branded visual content. The focus remains on story clarity, direction, visual design, and impactful editing.

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Total Fees (One-Year Residential)

Registration: ₹6,555
Tuition: ₹2,96,943
Hostel & Food: ₹1,00,000
Caution Deposit: ₹10,000 (Refundable)

Instalments (Including GST)
Registration – ₹6,555
1st Instalment – ₹50,000
2nd Instalment – ₹1,23,472
3rd Instalment – ₹60,000
4th Instalment – ₹1,23,472
5th Instalment – ₹50,000

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To make the most of our photography course in India and hands-on videography course, each student is expected to carry their personal creative gear. These tools are essential for assignments, workshops, and portfolio building throughout the program.

Basic Equipment

Every artist needs a toolkit. Meet yours.

Needs to Bring:

Laptop (Mac or Windows): Preferably dedicated graphics (12–16 GB VRAM), 32–64 GB RAM, 2 TB storage. Any laptop suitable for design software is acceptable. Licensed editing software must be installed by students for relevant classes.

Camera: Any DSLR or mirrorless camera of your choice.

Lens: 18–105 mm / 18–135 mm / 24–120 mm / 24–135 mm or lenses matching your specialisation (prime, telephoto, wide-angle).

Tripod: A suitable tripod as per your need.

These essentials form the base of our diploma in photography, enabling students to experiment, create, and build strong visual narratives from day one.

Who Can Join This Professional Diploma Course?

This program is ideal for students seeking to join a photography course after 12th or graduation, and for those interested in pursuing a diploma in photography and cinematography in India. Eligible applicants must have completed 12th grade (Plus Two), or a diploma, or a degree at the undergraduate or postgraduate level in any academic stream.

Regardless of academic background, this course offers a structured pathway into the creative industry for individuals passionate about visual storytelling, photography, videography, cinematography, and AI communication. It is designed to equip students with the essential skills required for careers in visual media, content creation, and digital communication.

Our institute provides dedicated support for career development and placements across the creative sector. Students from our photography and cinematography course are placed with reputed media houses, production units, and advertising agencies.

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Meet Our Alumni

Graduates of our diploma in cinematography and videography course in India have successfully built careers as creative professionals, both nationally and internationally. Our alumni are actively working across media production, social content creation, digital advertising, and independent filmmaking. As part of the program, students receive guided support to develop professional resumes, creative portfolios, and pitch decks, equipping them for strong personal branding and effective industry outreach.

Learn from Living Gurus, Not Just Teachers

At Creative Hut, education is not limited to classrooms or traditional college working hours. It is a way of life. As India’s true Gurukul-based institute for photography and cinematography, we provide 24×7 residential mentorship from dedicated faculty who live, teach, and grow with their students.

Together, Abin Alex and Anu Joseph are not just educators; they are full-time resident mentors, living with their students on campus. In the spirit of Bharatiya Gurukula education, they serve as gurus, guides, and guardians, treating every student’s learning journey as sacred shiksha, and each student like their own child. They offer not just knowledge, but lifelong values, creative discipline, and personal transformation. Here, learning is not a transaction but a way of life.

In addition, visiting experts and alumni from fields like filmmaking, photography, visual arts, wildlife, fashion, advertising and designing offer real-world insight through workshops and one-on-one mentoring.

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A Course for a Life-Changing Visual Journey

At Creative Hut, you’re not just enrolling in a photography and cinematography course; you are stepping into India’s only true Gurukul-based residential learning environment. With full-time mentorship, a nature-filled campus, and students from across India, we nurture not just technical skills but creative independence, discipline, and vision.

We integrate photography, cinematography, video editing, and AI visual communication into one unified diploma, which no other institutes or colleges offer in one course. Furthermore, our course includes over 12+ specialisations, training in 7+ major software tools, and hands-on exposure to drones, green screen, gimbals, and live streaming.

Our alumni have created 100+ student films and documentaries and 500+ professional portfolios.Many now work with top media, fashion, and film brands nationally and globally. Every aspect, from gear to food, hostel to certification, is included in one transparent fee; making us one of the most affordable and holistic photography and cinematography colleges in India.

Why Creative Hut?.

A Space for Visual Innovation

Creative Hut’s campus is an evolving space, and a nature surrounded location, designed to nurture the next generation of photographers, filmmakers, and visual communicators. With dedicated zones for shooting, editing, research, and rest, the facility merges creativity with comfort.

Spread across Kerala’s serene natural setting, it offers a unique blend of academic structure and artistic freedom. Students grow not just in skill, but in lifestyle, fully immersed in a hands-on, residential learning environment.

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Everyday Togetherness

Where creativity meets culture and learning turns into living. Life at Creative Hut is built on shared celebrations, nature-bound activities, and spontaneous connections.

Students from across India come together to celebrate the visual culture. Onam, Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali, Christmas, Holi, and many other festivals are celebrated with color, devotion, and joy. These celebrations are entirely student-initiated, with mentors providing gentle guidance and support.

Beyond festivals, life flows through riverside walks, swimming, and evening games. Campus witnesses occasionally DJ nights, campfires, and self-cooked meals, that bring fun and refreshment to the daily routines. The open-air campus encourages daily interaction and personal exploration; turning strangers into families.

Creative Hut Campus Life

It’s the right time to start your creative journey.

Students interested in enrolling for our photography or cinematography course can apply online through our admission portal. The application process is simple and open to candidates across India.

Click on the Apply Now link and fill in the required fields with accurate details. Upload essential documents, including your educational certificates, Aadhaar card, passport-sized photo, name, and signature. Submit the application form and complete the registration fee payment via the secure link.

Our diploma in photography and videography is in high demand, so early application is encouraged. Once submitted, you will receive a confirmation email at your registered email ID. For any support or guidance, our admission team is ready to assist you.

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