Film Studies Certificate
College: College of Arts & Humanities
Offered through the English Department and Humanities Program, the film studies certificate allows students to obtain an interdisciplinary concentration in film studies. All students awarded the film studies certificate must demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the history of film across numerous cultures, genres, and movements, as well as the major features of film study and analysis. Students must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher in all film certificate courses.
Requirements for the Film Studies Certificate
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| ENGL 252 | Introduction to Film | 3 |
| ENGL 258 | History of Film to 1950 | 3 |
| ENGL 259 | History of Film from 1950 | 3 |
| Elective Courses | ||
| Select two of the following: | 6 | |
| Special Topics In English | ||
| Film Genres | ||
| Studies in Film | ||
| Special Topics in English | ||
| Seminar in Literature | ||
| Senior Thesis | ||
| Independent Study | ||
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Additional film courses, offered through English and other departments, may also count toward completion of the film studies certificate. These courses will be determined on a semester-by-semester basis. Please contact the English Department office.