Course Overview
This is an advanced editing course, to follow pre-requisite BCST 1180, designed to achieve a deeper proficiency of NLEs, narratives and the video editing industry. The curriculum includes a deeper exploration of the industry, in-depth concepts in editing, and technical analysis of cinematic cuts. Students will learn tools for career management as editors, study various editing styles, and gain introductory knowledge in audio and colour grading. This is a computer-based program designed to equip students with both theoretical knowledge and skills necessary for success in the professional editing field.
Prerequisite(s)
- 50% in BCST 1180
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$633.80
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Organize and evaluate digital media libraries to ensure efficient file storage and retrieval;
- Analyze and integrate advanced sound design and Foley techniques to enhance narrative storytelling;
- Analyze editing theories to construct coherent and engaging for the cut.
- Apply colour theory principles to achieve balance and enhance the narrative.
- Collaborate with other editors around the world.
- Design and optimize professional workflows based on industry-standard processes.
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2025
Related Programs
Advanced Video Editing (BCST 2282) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Business + Media
- Video Production and Editing
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2026
Below is one offering of BCST 2282 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 40001
Dates
Sep 17 - Nov 19 Loading
- CRN 40001
- $633.80 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 17 - Nov 19 | Thu | 18:00 - 21:30 | Burnaby SE10 Rm. 234 |
Duration
10 weeks
Instructor
Reinecken Reinecken de Araujo
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- Pre-requisite BCST 1180 is needed to register. If the pre-requisite has not been completed but you have equivalent prior editing experience, contact the Program Assistant, Gena_Peters@bcit.ca. You will require access to the Adobe Creative Cloud to complete this course - registered BCIT students will receive further information via my.bcit.ca e-mail closer to the course start date. This course is synchronous in person delivery, requiring you to attend and participate in scheduled classes held at Burnaby Campus SE10 building for the duration of the course. Prospective students should have solid written and spoken English language skills to be successful in this course. Access to a desktop or laptop computer to complete course assignments outside class is highly recommended. If seats remain registration is permitted after the course start date up to Sep 23rd by calling 604-434-1610.
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