STUDENT MOBILITY/SUMMER PROGRAMME

LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION!

Name of School

School of Communication

Key Facts

The School of Communication at Han Chiang College is

renowned for providing students a holistic education that
embraces innovation and creativity. Its programmes are designed
to ignite the students passion for ethical communication and
media studies.
The School sustains its quality through its strong ties with the
media industries and collaboration with some of the worlds
reputable universities in Australia, China, Taiwan and UK. To
maintain quality education and give the students a cutting edge
when they graduate, classroom teaching is complemented with
hands-on exposure to real-life projects.
The School which produces award-winning students and
graduates is poised to become a top-notch centre for media and
communication education and research when it becomes a
University College.

Name of Course

Lights, Camera, Action!

Course Content

This programme enables international students to learn about the

Malaysian culture through our local films.
During this time, participants get to watch Made-in-Malaysia films,
meet filmmakers, visit our local heritage and cultural sites, interact
with Malaysian students and experience the local culture.
Participants will also get the opportunity to get hands-on
experience in short filmmaking.
This programme also offers participants an opportunity to
experience college life in one of the leading colleges in Penang,
Malaysia.

Learning Outcome

On completion of this programme, students will be able to:

Master basic short film making techniques
Appreciate the aesthetics of local films and
develop intercultural sensitivity;
Demonstrate an understanding of the Malaysian film
industry and culture

Duration

3 weeks

No. of Credits

Minimum Participants

35

Requirements

Communicative English as all activities will be conducted in

English

Contact Person from

School

Mr Eswandy (Lecturer, School of Communication and School of

Arts, Creative and Design)

Course Fees

RM6,000

Accommodation

Hotel

Medical Insurance

Students responsibility

How to Apply

Application forms are available online at www.hcu.edu.my

MPCF2123 Lights, Camera, Action!

Week 1

Week 2

Week 3

Day 1
Airport Pickup
Transfer to Hotel

Day 8
Portrayal of Multiculturalism in
Malaysian Films

Day 15
Back to Penang

Day 2
Programme Introduction
Welcome Party & Activities
Campus Tour

Day 9
Movie Marathon

Day 16
Preparation for Short Film
Presentation

Day 3
Overview of Malaysian Films
Han Chiang TV Studio
Experience

Day 10
Short Films in Malaysia

Day 17
Preparation for Short Film
Presentation

Day 4
Film works and Philosophy of Tan
Sri Dr P Ramlee

Day 11
Workshop on Short Filmmaking
Techniques

Day 18
Preparation for Short Film
Presentation

Day 5
Visit to P Ramlee Cyber Gallery
& Museum
George Town Heritage Tour

Day 12
Trip to Ipoh & KL

Day 19
From Story to the Screen

Day 6
Film Screening & sharing session

Day 13
Visit to FINAS

Day 20
Cultural Night & Farewell
Party

Day 7
Homestay & Local Food Delight

Day 14
Meet & Greet Filmmakers
How to Tell a Good Story

Day 21
Till We Meet Again

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