Jordan Cinema Academy (JCA) is a project based on a strategic collaboration between the German Jordanian University (GJU) and the Royal Film Commission (RFC). It is the first academy in Jordan to specialize in the field of cinema arts education. The main objective of JCA is to foster cinematic arts and education in Jordan and the region, equipping aspiring filmmakers with comprehensive training, resources, and curricula in order to thrive in the film industry.
The JCA is devoted to encouraging talented young people and elevating the art of filmmaking through developing a dynamic, educational environment where students can acquire knowledge of the aesthetic, technical, and commercial facets of cinema. By putting the theoretical part into practice, the academy emphasizes the approach of hands-on learning through which students can get to work and apply theoretical knowledge in practical settings.
JCA Program and Curriculum:
JCA offers a professional diploma degree that extends for 16 months (4 semesters), targeting Jordanian and Arab students. It is tailor-made to cover various aspects of filmmaking, like screenwriting, directing, cinematography, editing, sound design and production. It aims to produce skilled professionals who can make a significant difference in the global and local film industries.
Deadline for Application: September 20, 2025
Contact Information: jca@film.jo
+962 79 773 4740
(06) 429 4444 / Ext. 4463
Application Form: https://forms.office.com/r/RmpHTv4gDv
Most frequent asked questions:
- Is bridging through JCA’s diploma possible?
No, bridging is not possible.
- Is it possible to equate hours from similar majors for JCA’s diploma?
No, it is not.
- What are the academic requirements to apply for JCA’s diploma?
At least a high school certificate or an equivalent.
- Is it a full-time-based diploma?
It is full-time as there would be other requirements like activities and tasks during and after the working hours of JCA.
- Is relevant experience in the filmmaking industry a requirement?
Experience is preferred, but it is not a mandatory requirement.
- What is the cost of the JCA’s diploma?
The cost is 5,000 Jordanian dinars, divided equally into four payments (one payment each semester).
- Are there scholarships to cover the cost of the diploma program?
The scholarship covers 75% of the diploma program, starting in the second semester. It is granted based on the student’s academic performance. The scholarship, however, is not guaranteed, so students should be able to cover the fees in any case.
- Is there financial support provided during the diploma (pocket money)?
Yes, but it is limited. Please mention that in your application.
- When does the diploma start and end?
It starts in February 2026 and ends in July 2027.
- How long is each semester?
First semester: four months.
Second semester: four months.
Third semester (summer semester): one month.
Fourth semester (graduation project): five months.
- Is the diploma certificate accredited by official bodies?
Yes, it will be issued by the Jordan Cinema Academy (JCA) and approved by the Technical and Vocational Skills Development Commission (TVSDC).
- Who is the academic staff at the Jordan Cinema Academy (JCA)?
The academic staff is composed of Jordanian, Arab and international filmmakers and academics.
- Does the academy assist non-Jordanian students in obtaining residency?
The Jordan Cinema Academy (JCA) grants a JCA student’s proof with details of the diploma. Residency is the student’s responsibility to follow up with the relevant authorities, and the Academy does not guarantee that any residency will be granted.