20 Film Industry Bachelors Degree Programs

We, the University of Applied Sciences Europe (UE) in Germany have been the very first institution to offer Film + Motion Design as a course of study. Our practice-oriented Film + Motion Design program teaches and tests basic methods, concepts, and techniques for the design of time-based media. From camera work and sound design to analog stop-motion animation, CGI, and 3D modeling to digital compositing, hybrid film, and visual music, the course offers a broad spectrum of possibilities for creative expression.

Are you fascinated by movies and how they’re made? If so, you’re in the right place. Creighton University’s minor in film studies is an interdisciplinary program that provides students with an appreciation of film as an expressive art form. As a film studies minor, you’ll have the opportunity to explore film history, criticism, theory, aesthetics and narrative techniques.

Film Studies prepares students for various careers and further educational opportunities by providing foundational instruction in the analysis of visual culture. As a Film Studies student, you'll assess the medium of film in interdisciplinary courses. You'll learn methods of film analysis that take into account the history and conventions of filmmaking. You'll learn about the social impact of film — its uses for reflecting, shaping, and critiquing culture — while improving your ability to express interpretations of this important and influential medium. You'll emerge with the ability to critically view and interpret films, becoming a discerning cinema analyst.

In Shenandoah’s film studies program, you’ll learn how to make your own films, with plenty of hands-on experiences available. You’ll also discover more about the history of film, as well as explore filmmaking from a wide variety of perspectives.

Film Studies at RWU explores the history, theory, criticism and aesthetics of cinema and the connections that movies have to broader social, cultural and political issues.

The art of film. The business of film. At Watkins, we believe you can—and must—learn to excel in each.

A Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Film is an undergraduate degree program that focuses on providing comprehensive training in the art and craft of filmmaking. It is designed for students who aspire to become filmmakers, directors, producers, screenwriters, editors, cinematographers, or work in various other roles within the film industry. This program typically spans four years and is offered by many colleges, universities, and film schools worldwide.

Film is ubiquitous, an artistic medium to which everyone can relate. But it’s not just movie magic. Location, cinematography, screenwriting, sound, and design combine to provide more than entertainment—they produce a form of creative expression that transcends the components.

The Film Department is a writer/director pathway. Students are immersed in the art of filmmaking—from initial concept, to script, to the editing booth. Students experiment with language, sound design, and lighting; collaborating with peers from across the College’s eight performing and visual arts departments.

The SAE Bachelor of Film is a hands-on filmmaking course covering tactile hard skill elements of filmmaking in the modern era.

SFI’s accelerated BA in Film program provides a total immersion educational experience that revolves around a collaborative framework that is so crucial in the world of film.

Film and Media Arts majors learn how to communicate stories effectively, whether they’re interested in filmmaking, video marketing, scriptwriting, or other media production aspects. York College offers a unique program, combining the scholarly study of film with the hands-on training in the practical skills you’ll need to land a job in the field of your choice.

The Rutgers Filmmaking Center offers a bachelor of fine arts (BFA) degree in filmmaking, an innovative program with individualized training in fiction and documentary film production taught by industry professionals.

Hertfordshire is home to the majority of the UK's media production. We have strong links with the major film and TV studios, all located within 45 minutes of our campus. In recent years staff and students have worked on major blockbuster movies including Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and the Harry Potter films.

Graduates of the music industry degree program are prepared for a range of different careers. While some students may become performers, many find themselves behind the scenes in the production booth, helping produce and engineer new sounds for their former classmates. Other graduates go on to work as music executives, developing new acts for mainstream success. Some choose to work in related industries, such as marketing, advertising, or public relations.