Film Studies, B.A.

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The B.A. in Film Studies offers students the opportunity to explore film history, aesthetics, 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.

Students pursuing a major in film studies may only use up to 6 credits of internship coursework to satisfy elective requirements within their major.

Program Learning Outcomes and Educational Effectiveness Evaluation Plans for B.A. in Film Studies.

Students pursuing the B.A. in Film Studies are required to:

Earn an overall GPA of 2.000 for all required major courses.
Complete all courses in the major for a letter grade, except for independent internships.
Pass courses in the major with a “C-” or higher.
Complete a minimum of 21 credits from upper division courses in the major.
Complete the capstone requirement FS 498 .

core requirements (36 credits)

FTV 130A - Introduction to Visual Storytelling for Film Production, Creative Producing and Film Studies 3 credits
FTV 140 - Introduction to Film Aesthetics 3 credits
FS 241 - Film Analysis 3 credits
FS 244 - History of Film to 1959 3 credits
FS 245 - History of Film 1960 - Present 3 credits
TWP 246 - History of Television 3 credits
FS 342 - Film Genre Studies 3 credits
FS 443 - Advanced Topics in World Cinema 3 credits
FS 444 - Advanced Topics in Film Studies 3 credits
FS 445 - Film Theory and Criticism, Lecture and Laboratory 3 credits
FS 455 - The Practices of Writing about Film 3 credits
FS 498 - Film Studies Advanced Senior Seminar 3 credits

six electives (18 credits)

Electives include all courses offered by the Dodge College of Film and Media Arts. (minimum of two upper-division courses)

total credits 54

Bachelor of Arts Film Studies Suggested 4-year Plan

Film Studies, B.A. Suggested 4-year Plan