Academic

FILM
Mission
The Film program provides rigorous training in a
liberal arts setting for future film professionals -
writers, directors, producers, designers, teachers and
related film practitioners. The hands-on Film program
emphasizes the holistic combination of film studies and
film production, including strong writing, speaking and
critical thinking skills. Scholarly and creative context
are offered for the liberal arts student, as well as the
student seeking intensive preparation for advanced
study in film. Students have the opportunity to work
on Hollywood studio features, large independent film
productions and create their own award-winning
short films. Students are prepared for graduate
school opportunities in areas such as writing, directing,
producing, design/technology, production management
and education.
Student Learning Outcomes
o Prepare for careers in the entertainment industry based on
knowledge acquired through participation in performances,
workshops, guest artist residencies and national film
competitions.
o Demonstrate an appreciation of the arts through exposure
to various research perspectives – historical, critical and
behavioral.
o Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of African
American heritage through the study of classic and modern
film.
Major Requirements
o FLM 101 - Introduction to the Study of Film
o FLM 200 - Film History & Theory
o FLM 220 - Film Production
o FLM 240 - Special Topics
o FLM 300 - Cinematography & Directing
o FLM 310 - Sound Design for Film
o FLM 320 - Documentary Film Production
o FLM 340 - Special Topics
o FLM 400 - Advanced Project in Film Production
o FLM 440 - Internship
o Film (FLM) Elective: 3 credit hours
Additional Coursework*
o MAT 204/STA 205 - Introduction to Probability & Statistics
or Foundation of Statistics
o SPT 204 - Public Speaking
o SPT 205/SPT 211- Basic Acting or Acting 1
o POL 201/POL 202 - American National Government or
State & Local Government
o Minor or General Elective: 27 credit hours
o Philosophy (PHI) Elective: 3 credit hours
o Screenwriting (ENG) Elective: 3 credit hours
o Theatre (SPT) Elective: 3 credit hours
Requirements for Bachelor of Arts in Film
Complete a total of 122 credit hours of coursework for
graduation.
General Education Core - 41 credit hours
Major Requirements
- 33 credit hours
Additional Coursework* - 48 credit hours
* Includes a minor in another discipline.
63