
Centre of Excellence
World Bank recognized Centre of Excellence in Multimedia and Cinematography.

Bachelor in Film Arts
The only Degree awarding Film Institute in West Africa.

Masters in Archival Studies
NFI, the only Film Institution in the sub-Saharan region offering a Master of Arts in Film Culture and Archiving Studies.
About Us
The National Film Institute (NFI)
- The National Film Institute (NFI), Jos is Nigeria’s leading film training institution, established to develop skilled professionals for the growing motion picture industry. Accredited by CILECT, NUC, and NBTE, the Institute offers industry-focused programmes in directing, cinematography, editing, screenwriting, sound, animation, digital media, and emerging technologies.
- Located in the creative hub of Jos, NFI provides hands-on training, expert faculty, and a vibrant learning environment that prepares students for successful careers in film, television, and the broader creative economy.
- To be the best training and capacity building institution in the Motion Picture Industry in Nigeria.
- To serve the people of Nigeria and the world by developing skills and building capacity for the Motion Picture Industry.
- To provide comprehensive, multi-disciplinary programmes for educational and manpower development in Nigeria and beyond.
Explore our Flagship Programmes
Masters in Film Culture and Archiving Studies.
- A postgraduate programme teaching film culture, preservation, and archiving for managing valuable audiovisual heritage professionally.
Bachelor in Film Arts
- A degree programme combining film theory with practical training to develop creative, technical filmmaking expertise.
Diploma in Film Production
- A two-year diploma providing hands-on filmmaking skills in cinematography, directing, editing, sound, lighting, and production.
Certificate Courses
- Short certificate courses offering practical training in essential filmmaking disciplines for beginners and working professionals.
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