The B.A. in Cinema Studies offers courses in film theory, history and criticism. The aim of the program is to give students a broad and in-depth knowledge of these areas. The emphasis is on the aesthetics, styles and forms of film. The first two years of the program provide students with a general background and introduction. In the second two years, the program concentrates on the analysis of specific film practices such as editing, color, sound, staging, cinematography, narrative form theoretical and historical perspectives.

In the advanced courses, student learning will be verbal and visual, written and practical. Students are expected to have access to a digital video camera and an editing suite. Courses are sequenced and coordinated over the period of the degree enabling students to build on their learning in a progressive and coherent manner. An Honors Dissertation is an option in the final year.

Cinema Studies is part of a School that includes film production and digital media. Students of Cinema Studies have the advantage of the stimulus and interaction with faculty and students in the other parts of the School and the opportunity to take elective courses in these areas. The emphasis on film form and the integration of theoretical/historical and practical studies in the UCF program makes it unique and innovative.

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UCF FILM - Cinema Studies
University of Central Florida
Film Department
School of Film and Digital Media
P.O. Box 163120
Orlando, FL 32816-3120
407-823-4285
film@mail.ucf.edu