Teaches Documentary Filmmaking

Tuition is 120, while applications are due Anytime.

This program is a non-degree course on documentary filmmaking, taught by Ken Burns at MasterClass in the United States, lasting one week, and taught in English, with main advantages including learning from a renowned filmmaker.

The curriculum covers documentary filmmaking techniques, including research, narrative development, and editing, with skills developed including storytelling, research, and visual storytelling, and hands-on components like learning how to distill complex truths into compelling narratives.

After completing this program, students can pursue careers as Documentary Filmmakers, Film Editors, Storytellers, Historical Researchers, or Media Producers, working with film production companies, media outlets, or historical institutions.

MasterClass, founded in California in 2015, delivers a premium online learning experience taught by world-renowned experts across arts, business, sports and science. The platform emphasizes cinematic production values and concise, example-driven lessons that make advanced techniques accessible and engaging for learners at many levels. With a catalog designed to inspire, MasterClass showcases how leading practitioners approach craft, career and creativity through demonstration and storytelling.

Each class combines pre-recorded lessons, downloadable workbooks and practical assignments so you can learn at your own pace while applying techniques immediately. The format suits self-directed study, creative practice and professional development; lessons are short enough to fit busy schedules yet substantive enough to support meaningful skill growth. An active learner community and curated collections help you explore related topics and sustain progress between sessions.

MasterClass is ideal for students seeking inspiration from high-profile practitioners or structured, example-led guidance to advance a hobby or career skill. It is particularly useful for creative fields, culinary arts, writing, entrepreneurship and performance, while many lessons offer transferable techniques for broader application. Accessible across devices and offering a library of 186 programs, the platform is a practical complement to formal study when paired with deliberate practice, feedback and community engagement.