The film studies degree offers students the opportunity to explore film history, theory, and criticism in depth along with a hands-on introduction to production. This combination of theoretical study with production experience gives students a unique understanding of how film creates meaning. Film studies students may choose to focus their analysis of film through a specialization in film history or American film.

core requirements (30 Credits)

FTV 130 - Introduction to Visual Storytelling
FTV 140 - Introduction to Film Aesthetics
FTV 244 - History of Film (to 1945)
FTV 245 - History of Film (1946 to the present)
FTV 246 - History of Television
FTV 342 - Film Genre Studies
FTV 443 - Advanced Topics in International Film
FTV 444 - Advanced Topics in Film Studies
FTV 445 - Film Theory and Criticism
FTV 485 - Film Reviewing

elective courses: choose six (18 Credits)

Electives include all classes offered by the School of Film & Television (FTV 342 and FTV 443 may be repeated for credit in a different topic).

Areas of Specialization: Film History, American Film

total credits: 48