M.A. Film, OTT & Digital Cinema (EROS)
This Course Structure is Curated as per the NEP-2020 Guidelines
Course Overview
M.A. Film, OTT & Digital Cinema program at Malla Reddy Vishwavidyapeeth, Hyderabad, is a postgraduate program offered in collaboration with EROS Group, designed to provide advanced training in cinema, OTT showrunning, and digital filmmaking. This program focuses on equipping students with advanced theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills from the 1st semester itself. The curriculum covers advanced direction, OTT showrunning, cinematography, sound design, advanced editing, festival programming, virtual production, and thesis film production. Students gain advanced practical experience through EROS production residency, festival curation labs, and dedicated thesis production. Graduates of this program emerge as ‘Senior Film Directors, OTT Showrunners, and Virtual Production Specialists’, enabling them to pursue further higher studies & do research in Film and OTT Studies along with plenty of job opportunities globally.
Job Roles & Progression
| Duration | Role | Roles and Responsibilities | Salary Range |
| 0–2 Years | Director / Senior Screenwriter / Senior Editor | Joins at mid-tier with PG premium, directs limited-series episodes, lead-writes OTT pilots, manages creative writing rooms, and pitches independent projects to OTT platforms with EROS mentorship. | ₹6.0–14.0 LPA |
| 2–5 Years | OTT Showrunner / Senior Director / Festival Programmer | Showruns OTT series, leads original feature films, programs major festivals (IFFI, MAMI), builds international network, and develops a personal creative brand. | ₹14.0–32.0 LPA |
| 5–10 Years | Senior Showrunner / DOP / Documentary Series Director | Runs major OTT series with crore-scale budgets, directs international co-productions, virtual production specialist (LED-wall), and consults on streaming strategy. | ₹32.0–70.0 LPA |
| 10+ Years | Studio Head / Commissioning Editor / Film Academic | Heads creative at OTT platforms (Netflix India, Prime Video India), runs major production house, or holds senior academic chair (FTII / SRFTI / international). | ₹70.0 LPA – 5.0 Cr+ |
Course Details
Description: 4 Years Degree Program
No. of Seats: 40
No. of Credits: 160 minimum & as specified
The minimum eligibility for B.Sc. Diabetic Sciences is a pass in 10+2 with at least 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology from a recognized board (CBSE/ISC) or equivalent.
| Semester | Name of the Subject |
| Semester 1 | Human Anatomy Human Physiology Biochemistry Basic Principles of Nutrition Introduction to Diabetes Practical: Anatomy and Biochemistry Lab |
| Semester 2 | Pathophysiology of Diabetes Pharmacology Fundamentals of Diabetes Management Community Medicine and Public Health Practical: Diabetes Management and Patient Interaction |
| Semester 3 | Advanced Diabetes Management Endocrinology Diabetes Complications Clinical Psychology Practical: Monitoring and Managing Diabetic Patients |
| Semester 4 | Diabetes in Special Populations (Pediatric and Geriatric) Dietary Management in Diabetes Diabetes and Cardiovascular Diseases Research Methodology and Biostatistics Practical: Specialized Diabetes Care |
| Semester 5 | Gestational Diabetes Management Lifestyle Modification and Diabetes Diabetes in Critical Care Settings Diabetes Foot Care Practical: Foot Assessment and Lifestyle Counseling |
| Semester 6 | Advanced Therapeutics in Diabetes Insulin Pump Therapy Emerging Trends in Diabetic Technology Health Education and Promotion Practical: Insulin Pump Programming and Patient Training |
| Semester 7 | Clinical Internship in Diabetology Case Studies and Patient Management Practical: Diabetes Clinics and Hospitals |
| Semester 8 | Diabetes Unit Management Thesis/Research Project Entrepreneurship in Diabetes Care Practical: Clinical and Administrative Operations |
- Clinical Management of Diabetes: Proficiency in diagnosing, monitoring, and managing patients with diabetes and its complications.
- Dietary and Lifestyle Counseling: Skills in advising patients on diet, exercise, and lifestyle modifications to manage diabetes effectively.
- Diabetes Technology and Insulin Management: Knowledge of insulin pumps, glucometers, and emerging technologies in diabetic care.
- Patient Education and Public Health: Expertise in educating patients and communities on diabetes prevention and management.
- Specialized Diabetes Care: Focus on managing gestational diabetes, pediatric diabetes, and diabetes in elderly populations.
- Diabetes Unit Management: Skills to manage diabetes care units, including administrative tasks, compliance, and patient coordination.
- Certification in Advanced Diabetes Management: Training in advanced clinical care and therapeutic interventions for diabetic patients.
- Lifestyle and Dietary Management Certification: Focuses on dietary planning and lifestyle interventions for managing diabetes.
- Diabetes Technology Certification: Covers the use of modern diabetic technologies such as insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors.
- Public Health and Patient Education Certification: Emphasizes community-level education and diabetes prevention programs.
- Diabetes Unit Management Certification: Provides training in managing diabetes clinics and administrative operations.
- M.Sc. in Diabetes or Endocrinology
- Postgraduate Diploma in Diabetology
- Master’s in Clinical Nutrition
- Advanced Certifications in Diabetes Technology or Public Health
| Duration | Roles and Responsibilities | Salary Range |
| 0-3 years | Diabetes Educator, Clinical Nutritionist | ₹4,50,000 – ₹6,50,000 per annum |
| 3-5 years | Diabetes Specialist, Lifestyle Coach | ₹6,50,000 – ₹8,50,000 per annum |
| 5-10 years | Senior Diabetes Care Specialist, Unit Manager | ₹8,50,000 – ₹12,00,000 per annum |
| 10+ years | Director of Diabetes Care Services, Consultant Diabetologist | ₹12,00,000+ per annum |
Note: Salaries vary based on experience, location, and type of healthcare institution.
A Bachelor’s degree in Film Studies, Mass Communication, Performing Arts, Digital Media, or any related discipline with a minimum aggregate of 50% or equivalent CGPA from a recognized university.
M.A. Film, OTT & Digital Cinema students undergo hands-on training in advanced direction studios, RED / ARRI cinema labs, Dolby Atmos mixing theatres, EROS production residency hubs, and HDR mastering suites, gaining advanced practical experience in episodic and feature production.
- Advanced Direction & Showrunning: Mastery of feature and episodic OTT direction craft.
- Senior Cinematography Skills: Advanced practical fluency with RED, ARRI, and Blackmagic systems.
- Festival & Commissioning Insight: Knowledge of programming, curation, and OTT commissioning processes.
- Virtual Production Capability: Skills in LED-wall virtual production and real-time filmmaking.
- Industry Network: Direct EROS Group industry residency and senior mentorship access.
- Research & Critical Capability: Ability to publish in film studies journals and curate festival programs.
- Certification in Advanced Direction (FTII / SRFTI Workshop Equivalent): Senior-level direction credential.
- Dolby Atmos Mixing & HDR Mastering Certification: Industry credential for OTT delivery.
- Certification in OTT Programming & Commissioning: Focused training for OTT executive roles.
- Virtual Production Certification (Epic Games): Industry credential for LED-wall filmmaking.
- Festival Programming Certification (IFFI / IDFA): Curatorial credential.
- Ph.D. in Film Studies / OTT & Streaming Research
- Postdoctoral Fellowship in Film & Media
- Advanced Industry Fellowship with EROS / Netflix / Prime Video
- Executive Programs at FTII, SRFTI, or AFI Conservatory (USA)
- Specialised Master’s in Documentary / Festival Studies (international)
Fee Structure Per Academic Year
| Tuition Fee | Miscellaneous Fee | Scholarship (Applicable for Tuition Fees of 1st year only) | ||||
| 125000 ₹ | 15000 ₹ | > 95% – 125000 ₹ | >85 to 94.99% – 62500 ₹ | > 80-84.99% – 31250 ₹ | > 75-79.99% – 12500 ₹ | > 70 – 74.99% – 6250 ₹ |
