Television Writing and Production, B.F.A.

The B.F.A. in Television Writing and Production prepares students to engage in narrative storytelling in episodic form, where characters may continue over weeks, months and even years. Following introductory coursework in narrative writing strategies and production technique as well as studying the historical, aesthetic and business issues that impact writing and producing work for television, students will write and produce television series concepts and episodes.

Students pursuing a major in television writing and production may only use up to 3 credits of internship coursework to satisfy elective requirements within their majors.

Program Learning Outcomes and Educational Effectiveness Evaluation Plans for B.F.A. in Television Writing and Production.

Students pursuing the B.F.A. in Television Writing and Production 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 TWP 495  and TWP 496 .