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Masters · 1600 h · 11 modules
Master's in Film, Media and Maritime Culture
Immers you in the intersection of audiovisual storytelling and the maritime world. Explore the history of ocean cinema, the cultural representations of the sea, and the emerging new narratives in the marine sphere. You will learn…
Duration1600 h
FormatOnline
Starts21 December
Places20 / 20
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What is the Master’s in Film, Media and Maritime Culture?
The Master's in Film, Media and Maritime Culture
Immers you in the intersection of audiovisual storytelling and the maritime world. Explore the history of ocean cinema, the cultural representations of the sea, and the emerging new narratives in the marine sphere. You will learn to create impactful audiovisual projects that reflect the complexity and beauty of the ocean, from documentaries to fiction. This program provides you with the tools to analyze, interpret, and produce creative content that contributes to a greater awareness and understanding of the challenges and opportunities of the marine environment.
Differential Advantages
- Interdisciplinary Approach: Combines film theory, cultural studies, and marine science.
- Professional Internships: Carry out audiovisual projects in collaboration with maritime institutions and organizations.
- Skills Development: Learn to write screenplays, direct, produce, and edit films and documentaries.
- Networking: Connect with professionals in film, television, and the maritime industry.
- Career Opportunities: Prepare yourself for work in audiovisual production, environmental journalism, science communication, and management cultural.
Programme type
Master's Degree
Study mode
Online
Duration
1,600 hours
Modules
11
Programme highlights
- Maritime Narratives: Master the techniques of screenwriting, directing, and production focused on the oceanic universe.
- Visual Culture: Analyze the representation of the sea in film, media, and culture, developing a critical and creative perspective.
- Technology and Cutting Edge: Explore the latest technologies in marine audiovisual production, from virtual reality to underwater cinema.
- Industry and Market: Connect with industry professionals and learn about the distribution and marketing of marine audiovisual content.
- Innovative Projects: Develop your own audiovisual project with the support of experts and mentors.
- Boost your career and become a global storyteller of the sea.
Curriculum
Programme Structure
The programme is structured in 11 modules, listed below in order of study.
01
History of maritime cinema and representations of the ocean
- The first moving images of the coast and the sea in the silent cinema of the brothers Lumière and Georges Méliès
- The sea as a space for adventures and myth: the cinema of pirates, shipwrecks and transoceanic explorations
- The Golden Age of Maritime Literary Adaptations (Melville, Verne, Stevenson, Conrad) in classical cinema
- The Ocean Exploration Documentary Cinema: from Jacques Cousteau and Jean Painlevé to Blue Planet
- Artistic avant-garde and experimental cinema on the aquatic environment: rhythms, textures and abstraction
- Depictions of abyssal life and sea creatures: from coastal terror to oceanic science fiction
- Evolution of submarine cinema and naval warfare: claustrophobia, acoustics and dramatic tension
- The sea in Asian, Latin American and global South cinema: worldviews, mythologies and coastal identity
- Surf cinema trends, extreme nautical sports and beach subcultures on the screen
- Comparative historiographical analysis: transformations of the ocean as a border, resource or refuge
02
Maritime Humanities and Cultural Ecology of Water
- Introduction to the Blue Humanities (Blue Humanities) and the Ocean Turn in Cultural Theory
- Marine Anthropology: Fisheries Cosmologies, Local Knowledge and Human Interaction with the Coast
- Literatures of the Sea: Imaginaries of Navigation, Bitácoras, Oceanic Poetry and Insular Narrative
- Maritime ecocriticism: narrative analysis of ecological collapse, acidification and marine plastic
- Philosophy of water and abyss: the immensity, the marine sublime and the liquid thought
- Geopolitics of the ocean in visual culture: trade routes, maritime empires and colonial maps
- Coastal food sovereignty, fishing communities and industrial extractivism in cultural representation
- Intangible Cultural Heritage of the Sea: Songs of Work (Shanties), Legends and Oral Memory
- The gender perspective in maritime culture: from the mermaid to the historical role of women on the coast
- Marine museology, aquariums and the public display of aquatic life in the contemporary era
03
Audiovisual language, aesthetics and maritime narrative
- Symbolism and metaphorization of water in the theory of assembly and frame composition
- Oceanic Sound Design: Underwater Foley, Coastal Soundscapes and Acoustics of the Aquatic Environment
- Marine photography direction: underwater light, refraction, colour filtering and visibility
- Art direction and production design for the high seas, ports and boat stages
- Travel and drift narrative structures: Hero's journey in isolated ocean environments
- Aesthetics of insulation and insularity: dramatic construction of space on islands and ships
- Visual effects (VFX) and digital fluid simulation: CGI technology from waves, storms and creatures
- Music in maritime cinema: nautical orchestration, leitmotive and underwater ambient music
- Aesthetics of the maritime catastrophe: visual representation of tsunamis, hurricanes and subsidence
- The non-human perspective in cinema: Give the ocean, cetaceans and marine ecosystems a voice
04
Film production and filming in aquatic environments
- Planning and logistics of specialised production for shooting at sea and coastal areas
- Selection and adaptation of boats such as floating camera platforms and sets
- Water Tank Technology (Water Tanks) and Wave Simulation Pools for Cinema
- Choice and maintenance of camera equipment, watertight housings (housing) and marine optics
- Drone operation and aerial cinematography for capturing large ocean surfaces
- Health, occupational safety and rescue protocols in aquatic and submarine filming
- Special film insurance, weather contingencies and navigation permits
- Environmental impact assessment of audiovisual productions in fragile ecosystems
- Direction of Actors and Risk Doubles (Stunts) in dive, swimming and wreck scenes
- Budgeting of maritime contingencies and risk management in complex productions
05
Photography and underwater cinema
- History of Underwater Cinematography: From Louis Boutan and the Hans Hass Society to Digital
- Underwater light physics: Absorption, dispersion, contrast and submarine white balance
- Dive techniques adapted to cinematography (autonomous diving, rebreather and apnea)
- Professional underwater lighting: continuous submersible spotlights, strobes and arm configurations
- Frame, stability and camera movements under the surface: Use of underwater scooters (DPVs)
- Underwater macro cinematography: microfauna capture, corals and biological behaviour
- Filming of large pelagics (sharks, whales, blankets): animal behaviour and ethical approach
- Photography and video in extreme conditions: sea caves, under ice and murky waters
- Correction and specific colour correction to recover depth lost colour spectra
- Visual narratives for dive documentary and marine scientific research
06
Scientific documentary, conservation and environmental media
- The marine documentary as a tool for scientific dissemination and environmental awareness
- Communication strategies to make accessible studies in oceanography and marine biology
- Co-production between filmmakers, oceanographic expeditions and scientific institutions (NOAA, IFREMER)
- Climate change narratives: ocean acidification, polar thaw and coral bleaching
- The kind of denunciation of plastic pollution, illegal fishing and loss of biodiversity
- Filming in marine protected areas and ethical protocols of minimal intervention
- Use of Stock Images Scientist and animated maps in the environmental documentary
- Social Impact Strategies (Impact Campaign) in the launch of Oceanic Documentaries
- Multimedia environmental journalism on maritime borders and affected communities
- Financing of green documentary projects through scholarships, NGOs and international funds
07
New media, virtual reality and immersive technologies
- Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) for the simulation of underwater experiences
- Underwater 360° video production for immersive installations and interactive experiences
- Maritime-themed video games: exploration, naval simulation and water survival mechanics
- Interactive museography and digital exhibitions on ocean heritage
- Real-time rendering of marine environments using video game engines (Unreal Engine / Unity)
- Streaming and live streaming from the seabed via ROVs (Remote Operated Vehicles)
- Creation of nautical content for digital platforms, social networks and outreach communities
- Video art installations and multimedia performances inspired by the fluidity of water
- Volumetric capture and 3D photogrammetry of underwater and coral reefs
- Artificial intelligence applied to the simulation of marine ecosystems and image generation
08
Archive, audiovisual memory and maritime heritage
- History of the nautical film archive and collections of sea expeditions
- Conservation and restoration of old footage on nitrate and acetate support on the sea
- Digitization and catalogueing of visual logs, nautical charts and photographic archives of ports
- Home and family cinema in coastal environments: collective memory and local identity
- Underwater Audiovisual Heritage: Documentation of Archaeological Sites and Naval Archaeology
- Curatorship and programming of mountain, adventure and sea film festivals (e.g. Ocean Film Tour)
- Use of footage (found footage) in the creation of maritime visual tests
- Legal aspects and copyright in the use of historical maritime documentary funds
- Open digital repositories and multimedia databases for ocean research
- Strategies for preserving native digital content (born-digital) on marine culture
09
Maritime audiovisual industry, festivals and markets
- The structure of the nautical film industry: specialised producers and distribution
- International circuit of maritime, nature and water sports festivals
- Pitching and sales of maritime projects in international markets (MIPCOM, Sunny Side of the Doc)
- International co-production strategies for large documentary series on the oceans
- Tax Incentive and Film Commissions Laws in Coastal and Island Regions
- Streaming platforms (VOD) and demand for content on nature, science and marine exploration
- Marketing and communication strategies for coastal-themed audiovisual projects
- Corporate sponsorship and patronage models in cinematographic-scientific expeditions
- Educational distribution of nautical content in aquariums, museums and schools
- Sustainability in the film industry: Green shooting protocols on the coast
10
Screenplay, development and financing of maritime audiovisual projects
- Development of ideas and treatment
- Maritime fiction script writing
- Documentary script
- production folder
- Public financing and aid
- International co-production
- Distribution platforms and windows
- Copyright
- Movie marketing
- Presentation of a project
11
Master’s Final Project in Film, Media and Maritime Culture
- Definition and conceptualization of the final proposal: audiovisual work, script or theoretical work
- Preliminary research, field work or collection of nautical historical archives
- Design of the complete production folder (dossier) or theoretical-methodological framework
- Shooting plan in aquatic/coastal environment or research development schedule
- Technical execution of the underwater/landing filming or draughting of the research corpus
- Assembly, image editing and sound design of the audiovisual piece or theoretical review
- Colour correction and post-production specialised in marine tones
- Preparation of the distribution plan in festivals or academic publication plan
- Preparation of the supporting report of the creative or scientific process
- Public presentation, projection of the audiovisual project or defence before academic court
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Who it is for
Graduates in Audiovisual Communication, Journalism, Humanities, and Fine Arts seeking specialization in maritime narrative and the cultural representation of the sea.Film, television, and new media professionals interested in expanding their expertise with ocean-related themes and impactful documentaries.Cultural managers, researchers, and educators who wish to delve deeper into maritime herit
Faculty
Academic direction and faculty
The teaching team at Navalis: working professionals who deliver and oversee the institute's programmes.
Eng. Diego Cifuentes
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Eng. Tomás Riera
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Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
- 01Develop impactful audiovisual narratives
- 02Critically analyze the representation of the sea in film and media
- 03Mastering film production techniques in maritime environments
- 04Promote innovative creative projects with marine environmental awareness
- 05Leading the research and conservation of maritime heritage through audiovisual media
- 06Building strong professional networks in the maritime audiovisual industry
Careers
Career Opportunities
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02Cultural Manager in Maritime Institutions: Design and management of cultural programs related to the sea and film.
03Film Critic and Analyst specializing in maritime cinema: Analysis of films and documentaries with marine themes.
04Screenwriter and Audiovisual Content Creator: Development of scripts and formats for film, television, and digital platforms focused on the sea.
05Audiovisual Director and Producer: Direction and production of films, documentaries, and other audiovisual content with maritime themes.
06Academic Researcher: Research in areas such as the history of maritime cinema, the representation of the sea in the media, and maritime culture.
07Archivist and Conservator of Maritime Audiovisual Heritage: Preservation and dissemination of film and audiovisual archives related to the sea.
08Consultant for companies in the Maritime sector: Consulting in communication, marketing, and audiovisual production.
09Maritime film festival curator: Selection and programming of films for specialized festivals.
Questions
Entry Requirements
The main focus is the study of film, media, and maritime culture.
Yes. The itinerary includes ECDIS/Radar-ARPA/BRM with harbor, ocean, fog, storm, and SAR scenarios.
Online with live sessions; hybrid option for simulator/practical placements through agreements.
Film, audiovisual media and cultural studies related to the sea.
Recommended functional SMCP. We offer support materials for standard phraseology.
Yes, with a relevant degree or experience in maritime/port operations. The admissions interview will confirm suitability.
Optional (3–6 months) through Companies & Collaborations and the Alumni Network.
Simulator practice (rubrics), defeat plans, SOPs, checklists, micro-tests and applied TFM.
A degree from Navalis Magna Institute + operational portfolio (tracks, SOPs, reports and KPIs) useful for audits and employment.
Online admissions
Admissions Process
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Entry requirements
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