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Cinema Studies BA - Bachelor of Arts

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Media CultureUndergraduateBA - Bachelor of Arts

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Plan Code

CIN-BA

HEGIS Code

1010.00

CIP Code

50.0601

NYSED Program Code

34901 - CIN-BA

Program Description
Cinema is one of the most popular and influential art forms, as well as core business at the heart of the media industries. The program leading to the Bachelor of Arts in Cinema Studies combines coursework in Film History, Theory and Aesthetics with coursework in film and video production. During the program, students will exercise their intellectual curiosity through critical studies of film while expanding their imaginations in critical writing, in concert with the filmmaking process. This combination of theory and practice prepares students for a variety of careers in film, television, and media industries in professions including directing, producing, screenwriting, editing/postproduction, cinematography, digital data management, archival research, and talent management, among others.  

Students majoring in Cinema Studies choose to concentrate in either Critical Studies or Production. The Production concentration requires a Grade Point Average in the major of at least 3.0 and a Senior Thesis Project in the form of an original short film or video. Course work includes Cinematography, Documentary Video, Experimental Workshop, Sound for Film, Screen Comedy, American Myth/American Film, Women and Film, History of Television, Global Film, and much more. For more information, please see. https://www.csi.cuny.edu/academics-and-research/departments-programs/media-culture. 

Program Goals
Upon completiong of this program students will be able to:

  • Perform research in the history and theory of filmmaking.

  • Become technically proficient in at least one medium be it radio, television, film, photography or website design.

  • Fine-tune critical thinking skills and the ability to write well about media trends and the social world in which media practices take place.

  • Gain a working knowledge of, and to write critically and effectively about, the distinct historical critical writings and modes of production that define the discipline.

  • Prepare students for careers in a film related field.

Career Professional Development Activities
Students are encouraged to complete the following milestones as part of their preparation for future careers or advanced education. A member of your Success Team can help you schedule these activities at the appropriate times to keep you on track for both academic and professional success.