Welcome to Media City Academy

Your gateway to the future of African film, media, and technology education

Future Proof your career
with Media City Academy

We offer a robust hybrid model of learning  that combines theoretical teaching practices through our online platform, with hands on practical experience at our campus.We believe in the value of hands-on experience for our students, therefore, all students at Media City Academy get the chance to train using our state-of-the-art production equipment and facilities that are available on our campus, which is also the birthplace of some of the biggest shows in South Africa. Furthermore, our students gain first-hand knowledge and experience by working on some of the biggest productions on television today, ensuring that we have a pool of yearly graduates who are highly skilled and work-ready. Students will also gain access to Media City Academy’s extensive film and media network within the industry, enabling them to transition successfully from school into their chosen profession.

What you get:

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Accredited Courses
- Practical Training
- On-Set Practical Experience
- State of the Art facilities
- Online learning

At Media City Academy we are accredited with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) and the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) reflecting our commitment to educational excellence in the fields of film, media, and technology. This accreditation ensures that our programmes are recognised for their quality and relevance in the rapidly evolving entertainment industry. As a result, students who graduate from Media City Academy can be confident that their education meets industry standards and equips them with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in their chosen careers. Accreditation is a testament to our rigorous curriculum, experienced faculty, and the comprehensive training we provide.

Media City Academy is a film, media and technology higher learning institution that prides itself in unearthing and nurturing the most talented creatives in the film, television and entertainment industry who are work-ready and technologically savvy. At Media City Academy, we offer a hybrid learning model that combines online teaching with hands-on practical training and experience at the iconic Studios on Harley based in the Northern suburbs of Johannesburg.

Our mission is to give students more than just an education in the film, media and technology industries. With our state-of-the-art facilities and dynamic teachers who bring with them a wealth of experience, married with innovative teaching methodologies, we provide both theoretical and practical teaching that allows our students to thrive in the fast-paced, ever-evolving creative industries. Our ethos is centred around ensuring that each student can develop their creative and technical expertise through mentorship and training while enhancing their communication, collaboration, and critical thinking skills.

Our interdisciplinary approach to teaching has been deliberately crafted to simulate the high-pressure realities within all facets of our related industries, enabling our students to evolve into highly skilled and thoughtful creators who collaborate well with their peers. Join us at Media City Academy and embark on a journey that will provide you with the knowledge, skills, and experience you need to succeed in the film, media and technology industry. We look forward to welcoming you into our community of creatives.

Equip your future



Mission

To be the leading African film, media and technology education institution that produces innovative and work-ready individuals with the ability to harness technology to future-proof their careers.




Vision

To be a globally recognised hub for innovation and growth through future focused learning and practical training, that delivers highly skilled and work ready individuals who can transition successfully from learning to earning opportunities.

Equip your future, apply now!

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