Film and Animation BA

About the Program

The Film Major gives students a full overview of all aspects of creating a moving image story as a movie, video, internet content, or TV episode. Students begin shooting during their first year while taking courses in film production and film appreciation. The program includes courses in screenwriting, advanced production, and post-production. Internships are also available.

Potential Career Paths

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, graduates with a BA in Film can pursue a variety of career paths including:

Directing
Cinematography
Post-production
Screen Writing
Art Directing
Media Research
Media and Film Criticism

Program Learning Outcomes

Technical Film Production: Graduates will be able to perform the technical skills required in film production and post-production environments.
Film History: Graduates will be able to integrate historical and cultural knowledge with film production.
Film Language: Graduates will be able to utilize the concepts of film language in their professional life.
Screenwriting: Graduates will be able to apply effective screenwriting techniques and formatting skills.
Knowledge of Business of TV/Film Industry: Graduates will be able to apply knowledge of business and industry practices to the development of works in television and film media.
Present Orally: Graduates will be able to present film concepts, principles, and practices in oral form.

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Major Requirements

Students move through the Applied Film major as a cohort, learning film production skills and creating projects together, leading to the capstone experience of producing a thesis film.

FILM1005 Filmmaking I: Basic Production
FILM1501 Cinematic Storytelling
FILM2310 Post Production
FILM2208 Filmmaking II: The Professional Crew
FILM TBD Special Topics: Advanced Production Skills
FILM3214 Cinematography: Camerawork
FILM3363 Film Directing
FILM2250 Screenwriting
FILM4465 Corporate Video Production: University and Community Outreach
FILM3209 Filmmaking III: Mastering the Art and Craft of Film Production
FILM TBD Special Topics: The Business of Filmmaking
FILM4311 Producing and Directing the Thesis Film – Pre Production (3cr)
FILM4005 Entering the Freelance World (1cr)
FILM4312 Producing and Directing the Thesis Film II – Production (2cr)

Special Topics Examples

Audio for Film/Video
Producing
Distribution
The Business of Film

UNIV2001 Requirement

Applied Film Majors can select CINE2360 Culture and History on Film (Approved as UNIV2001 substitution and taught by full time FILM Faculty (open college-wide)).