About the Program

The Film and Media Studies program offers a chance to explore audiovisual arts and culture, giving you the tools to think critically about film, television, and digital media. You will explore the history and theory of media from a global perspective, developing a sophisticated framework for interpreting its cultural impact. This program is designed to cultivate your skills as both a critical thinker and an innovative creator, preparing you for a wide range of careers in media and beyond.

What You'll Study

In this program, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of film and media. Key features of your studies include:

• You will begin with foundational courses in film and media history, theory, and analysis to build a strong critical framework.

• You will eventually choose between subplans in “Culture and Criticism” or “Screenwriting. 

• You will have a chance to get behind the camera and learn by doing. The program offers opportunities in creative production, including studio courses in video production, script analysis, and screenwriting.

• If you want to dive deeper, you may apply for the honors program, giving you the chance to complete a thesis supervised by a faculty advisor.